At Zootah, our mission is about more than just providing a fun and memorable experience—it’s about inspiring connection, curiosity, and compassion for the natural world. Every day, we work to create a space where people of all ages can engage with animals in meaningful ways and develop a lifelong appreciation for wildlife.
That’s why we’re thrilled to share that Zootah is actively working toward official accreditation! This exciting step forward reflects the high standards we’ve already been working to meet and strengthens our commitment to animal welfare, safety, conservation, and education.
Why Accreditation Matters
Accreditation is a mark of excellence, reserved for zoological facilities that go above and beyond. It’s a detailed process that demonstrates a facility is operating with transparency, integrity, and continuous improvement.
At Zootah, we believe animals deserve the very best care—and our community deserves to know we’re delivering just that. Accreditation helps affirm that we’re doing things the right way, for the right reasons.
We’re Already Close
The best part? We’re well on our way. Many of our current practices already meet or exceed accreditation standards. From our veterinary protocols and enrichment efforts to our educational programming and safety procedures, we’re already aligned with the values that accreditation upholds.
In recent years, we’ve:
- Upgraded enclosures to offer more naturalistic habitats
- Expanded enrichment activities to support animal well-being
- Invested in staff training and continuing education
- Enhanced our emergency protocols and documentation
- Grown outreach programs for kids, families, and schools
We’ve also forged valuable partnerships with other accredited facilities, laying the groundwork for future collaboration in conservation and species survival efforts.
What’s Next
Our team is hard at work fine-tuning our documentation, strengthening policies, and preparing for the next stages of the accreditation process. It’s a big goal—but it’s the right one, and we’re moving steadily and confidently toward it.
This effort is for our animals, our staff, our guests, and our future. Accreditation will officially recognize what we’ve been building all along: a facility grounded in compassion, science, and a deep respect for wildlife.
Thank you for being part of our journey. We’re proud of how far we’ve come—and even more excited about what’s ahead. Stay tuned for updates as we continue moving forward!