Zoo Knoxville announced Feb. 28, 2019, that Patches, the oldest giraffe in the United States was euthanized due to medical illnesses caused by advanced age. She was 31 years old.
Patches began showing signs of stiffness. After radiographs diagnosed her with arthritis, she was put on medication. Over the last few months, her health began to decline. A few weeks ago, during Patches’ physical exam, her health showed an increased decline.
The giraffe’s caretakers in coordination with the veterinarians from the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine determined that Patches’ quality of life had declined. It was agreed the kindest thing would be to euthanize her humanely.
Lisa New, Zoo Knoxville’s CEO and President stated that Patches was an ambassador at the zoo, said millions of people who were not able to travel to Africa got to experience the gracefulness and beauty of the giraffe. The zoo will always be thankful that she taught people to care about the future of the giraffe and support the zoos work in saving the species.
Zoo Knoxville generally says giraffes live to 25 years old. Experts in the field say that Patches longevity can be connected to the care she received while at the zoo from the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine.
In her lifetime, Patches gave birth to eight calves. Lucille, her last daughter, presently resides at Zoo Knoxville.
Written by Barbara Sobel
Sources:
KOLD: Patches, oldest giraffe in US, dies at age 31
ABC 6: Zoo Knoxville: Patches, beloved giraffe, has died
WVLT: Patches, oldest giraffe in America, has died at Zoo Knoxville
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