grizzer – May 30, 2004 12:00 AM

Today, Grizz is 25 days old. Also note a change in measuring protocol, making Grizz appear to have gained length, when in fact he only gained a few CM. Public programs so far has been the most stressful on Grizz. During programs he paces the perimeter of the fence, whines, and his respiration and heart rate increase. Staff is currently working on new and creative methods to distract Grizz during programming. To date Grizz has been the most submissive to his handlers. There were several instances today where he submissively rolled over and allowed staff to scratch his belly. Grizz continues to maintain a voracious feeding behavior.