Tulsa Zoo shares update after Rainy the Grizzly's wellness exam

One of the fluffiest residents at the Tulsa Zoo is in tip-top shape after a routine wellness exam.

Veterinary teams recently completed a full check-up for Rainy, the zoo’s adult grizzly bear.

The zoo shared photos and updates on social media, giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at how keepers care for the nearly 500-pound animal.

What they did during the exam

During the wellness exam, veterinary staff worked together to perform several important health checks:

1. Drawing blood samples
2. Trimming her claws
3. Cleaning her ears
4. Examining her eyes and body condition
5. Measuring her weight

How much does she weigh?

Rainy tipped the scales at 474 pounds during her latest check-up.

Routine weigh-ins like this help zookeepers monitor health trends and make sure the bear is staying within a healthy range.

Why these exams matter

Zoo officials say routine check-ups help them deliver the best possible care to their animals. They allow staff to catch early signs of illness, adjust diets and treatment plans, and keep animals like Rainy healthy and active for years to come.

“Rainy did great,” the zoo shared in its update, which included behind-the-scenes snapshots of the bear’s big day.