FAQ - What’s the saddest thing about being a zookeeper?

Linda and a Yearling Doe

Without a doubt, it was always the death of an animal.  I was always upset when something died.  Sometimes death just happens. An animal is old or has developed an incurable condition. Some species, like hamsters and mice, have very short life spans. 

Zoonooz Excerpt September / October 1990 circulation 150

Here is an excerpt from the Zoonooz publication we sent out every now and then.  

 People loved coming to our little zoo over and over again. We had our regulars.  Many wanted to help out, so their children could have a wholesome and safe place to visit. Some offered to pay for the upkeep of their favorite animals.