Rosie Ng

Review of Austin Zoo and Animal Sanctuar...

It's a zoo that runs off donations. Their animals ...

It's a zoo that runs off donations. Their animals all have a description out their cages that explain how they were aquired by the zoo, and its all usually due to people buying exotic animals that got too out of hand.
The staff I met were really nice explaining the layout, and you can bring your kids to feed the many goats around the barn. Those goats will track you if you have food, but it was all under zoo volunteers and workers eyes so kids are safe from being run over in the animal's zeal for snacks.
It's also quiet and calming when I went and was able to have a nice stroll while listening to music. The more exotic animals seem to have huge areas, and it doesn't look too cramped for any of the animals, there were even construction while I was there to expand several habitats. Would totally recommend and come back again. It's a very unique experience. I wouldn't go expecting a giant zoo with steel cages where the animals a half a mile away with city branded merch. Its more of a sanctuary type of zoo.