We had a great birthday part for Mattaha White who turned 8 years old - Old and Young had a great time.  We started with the trolley ride to the Zoo, gave personal tours to all guest and then pizza and cupcakes in the picnic gardens with animals around to interact with:  bearded dragon, tiger, wallaby joey and a kinkajou ending with the trolley ride back to the gift shop for shopping.  see pics:

      


    

Wow - we had some awesome submissions and it took our pannel a week to decide - but her new name is "Nakita", which is Russian for "unconquerable".  We felt the name fits her nicely since she is Siberian and is a ball full of energy.  We have had many tourist take advantage of the hands on with Nakita, unfortunately this will be ending soon - due to her increase weight.  So do not hesitate if you want the opportuity to pet Nakita at the Zoo. 

     


      

Wow - YES this is Florida - what a challenge for us and the animals.

          


      

Zoo Day was a hugh success - we had overwhelming attendance and many request for another Zoo Day - so check back for a new date soon.  Here are some pictures of Zoo Day 1/31/09:

     

            

          

            



     


       

REMINDER:  January 31, 2009 is the deadline to enter the "name the tiger" Contest.  We offer some great prizes for only $1.00 cost.  Go the the website www.dadecityswildthings.com and enter through the buttom labeled "Name the Tiger Contest"

Good Luck

We just learned we will be featured in the "Florida Monthly" magazine in March, 2009 - so go by a copy and let them know what you think of the article - share with your friends. . .

REMINDER - Zoo Day coming Jan 31, 2009