How can you tell if an animal is living well? Facial expressions in dolphins don’t reflect emotion the way they do in humans—so we rely entirely on evidence-based methods to understand how our dolphins are truly doing. Here are some ways! We start with behavior. Observing how they swim, socialize, and engage with their environment gives us meaningful insights into their mental and physical well-being. Even small changes in routine or interaction can tell us a lot. Hormone analysis allows us to m