He was over 9 feet tall and gave the sweetest kisses. But this fairy tale had an expiration date. When Doug Seus adopted Bart, he wanted to change his life. Years passed and he ended up becoming a world star. However, behind the scenes, the bear did more than tricks and stunts. He was one of the gentlest creatures on the planet. All thanks to his trainers. Bart could look aggressive on the screen. But at home he was a teddy bear. Years passed, movies and good memories, and finally a vet had to g

On May 10, 2000, Bart the Bear, one of Hollywood's most renowned animal actors, died at his home in Utah after a battle with cancer. He was 23 years old. Born in 1977, the Alaskan Kodiak bear was raised and trained by Doug Seus and his wife, Lynne, beginning when he was a cub. Bart appeared in numerous films and television shows, with his most memorable roles including the lead in Jean-Jacques Annaud's 1988 film The Bear and a poignant scene with actor Brad Pitt in 1994's Legends of the Fall Wei

10 years ago, Bart Scott gave a postgame interview for the ages after the New York Jets beat the Pittsburgh Steelers. "CAN'T WAIT!" | NFL on ESPN

Today we’re sharing a bear training session with you! There are many different types of training, but the one we focus on the most at the zoo is called “husbandry training.” This type of training is important for not only giving the animals enrichment, but also for preparing them for routine medical exams, like getting blood drawn, checking teeth, and trimming nails. | Minnesota Zoo

Bear Complex and Done! | Brute Force Training