No Outside Animals Permitted into The Zoo

We do not allow any outside pets or service animals into the zoo for the safety of our animals and yours. At our facility, you are in very close proximity to the animals, which in some cases are less than 6 feet away. For this reason, service dogs cannot safely be permitted in the Zoo, because the presence of your dog can alter the animals’ natural behaviors and cause them undue stress, which fundamentally alters the business. Although service dogs are thoroughly trained, their presence and scent can trigger adverse reactions from our exotic animals.

Wash your hands
We have hand sanitation stations throughout the Safari. Please wash your hands before and after interacting with our animal ambassadors.

Walk Not Run
We understand you may be excited and want to attend the next animal exhibit. Running is dangerous for the person running and everyone around them. This will also startle the animals because they are not used to it. It is best to avoid it. Thank you!

Use Indoor Voices
Please keep volumes low, as shouting can startle animals and other guests. Thank you.

Respect Our Animals
Please treat all of our animals with respect and dignity. Treat them the same way you would like to be treated. Some animals are fragile and sensitive or require a Safari Guide’s assistance. Read all signage before petting or feeding.

Read & Follow Signage
Read and follow all instructional signage. Some animal ambassadors are on a special diet and cannot be fed from the admission feed cups. Signage will be posted at exhibits stating that you cannot feed lettuce or grain. (Please do not feed carnivores, birds, reptiles, or anything in a tank or behind glass from the food cups.)

Find a guide to interact with our free-roaming chicken (Maplewood Only)
Please, do not pick up or chase our free-roaming chickens. We have free-roaming chickens around the Safari (Maplewood Only). A Safari Guide will help hold a chicken so you can pet and interact with them.