Teddy Bear Clinic, presented by Swauger and Suiter Pediatric Dentistry *Sold Out

Your stuffed animal friend is due for his annual check-up on March 4 & 5!

Children are invited to bring their favorite teddy bear or stuffed animal friend to Nashville Zoo’s annual Teddy Bear Clinic, presented by Swauger and Suiter Pediatric Dentistry, at the Zoo’s HCA Healthcare Veterinary Center.

Pre-registration is required for the event. This event is sold out.

Event Details

Nashville Zoo's Veterinary Department will be on call to perform routine checkups on your child’s stuffed animal at this cool walkthrough experience inside the HCA Healthcare Veterinary Center. Kids will enjoy stuffed animal veterinary examinations where their teddy bear will receive a certificate of Beary Good Health, hands-on learning activities, a photo booth and more.

Event time: 9:15 am - 3:30 pm (the last veterinarian appointment is at 3:15pm)

Reserve Your Spot

$5 per child

This is a ticketed event, not included with Zoo admission. Guests must also purchase admission or use their Zoo Membership to enter the Zoo and advance registration is required for all guests, including members. We recommend reserving your tickets into the Zoo no less than 30 minutes prior to your Teddy Bear Clinic reservation to ensure you have plenty of time to walk to the Veterinary Center.

Sensory friendly vet clinic times with reduced capacity: 3:00 pm and 3:15 pm. See Teddy Bear Clinic's social story »