In the weeks and months to come, I will be bringing you stories from Busch Gardens’ brand-new, state-of-the-art Animal Care Center, which will give guests unprecedented access to see the world-class veterinary care we give our animals every day.

Have you ever made lunch for a elephant?

Have you ever seen an ultrasound on a sloth? I hadn’t until I started working in and around Busch Gardens' newest attraction the Animal Care Center. Within this 16,000 sq ft facility you will be able to experience educational nutrition shows, learn about animal care and enjoy an interactive diagnostic activity.

My job isn’t ordinary, average, or typical...

In fact, that’s part of what I love about it! I spend my days at Busch Gardens Tampa making sure they are full of variety and excitement for a herd of female Asian Elephants. As a member of a behavioral focused animal care team, I challenge myself everyday to create new ways to keep our herd mentally and physically stimulated. Alright… in other words, I work very hard to make sure our “girls” have fun!