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“Bugaboo bears” leave UF Veterinary Medical Center
(FWC photos by Karen Parker)

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Bear is sedated for bandage changing
The sow is sedated at UF Veterinary Medical Center for a bandage change on her four burned paws.

Sow's back paws showing new, pink tissue
The sow’s back paws showing new pink tissue.

Sow and cub bear walk inside veterinary facility
The sow and cub explore their new temporary home. The sow is putting weight on all four feet. According to Dr. Mark Cunningham, FWC veterinarian, this is a very good sign.

 

 

 

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