Animals in Ocean Park are provided with sufficient nutritious food and an appropriate environment to maintain their physiological needs. These include growth and seasonal variations in weight consistent with animal health and psychological states, and opportunities for social engagement and fostering natural abilities. Veterinarians and husbandry staff collaborate with experts to design and implement the most suitable diets to cater for different animal demands. They develop diet and nutrition programmes that include ongoing monitoring and diet adjustments for individual animal care. Husbandry staff observe the behaviour of animals throughout the day and conduct regular body checks and routine examinations, monitoring such things as body temperature, weight, blood pressure and blood values. Laboratory specialists analyse samples such as food, water, and urine.