The Popcorn Zoo

This past weekend Momma, Daddy and I went on an adventure to the Popcorn Zoo. This local NJ zoo is affiliated with the Humane Society of the United States and is home to all sorts of animals rescued from less than acceptable situations. There are domestic, wild, exotic and reptilian residents of all shapes and sizes cared for by the staff of Popcorn. Come meet a few of my new friends!

We were first greeted by the turtle pond. I never new a turtle could smile, did you?
Then it was onto Momma's favorite animal. They have two draft horses in residence. Both quite well fed. The gentleman posing in the picture was quite feisty, as he had just been turned out.

Next it was onto the brown bears. Daddy and I had a great time throwing them peanuts. They were very skilled at retrieving all the peanuts that we threw, even those that fell short.

Next it was my favorites, the sheep. I made good friends with this little lady. She loved the popcorn that I had to share.

It wasn't long before the man of the house showed up though. He and I made friends fast! I had a hard time telling if he was shaking my hand or trying to eat it.

But no worries. By the end we were great friends. Do you think it had anything to do with the popcorn I was sharing?

I thought life was pretty good, getting to hang out with the sheep. But then we came upon my backyard friends, the deer! Who knew they had made the trip. My favorite deer was the white one. He and I bonded quickly. He was so gentle sharing my snacks! Definitely a refined gentleman.

Next it was onto the cougars. There were actually 3 in residence. It was at the cougar exhibit that I convinced Momma to take my picture. She was a bit shocked, when I went up to the exhibit, turned around and smiled! When do you think she will stop underestimating me?

After the cougars we met the donkey. Daddy got into the act feeding this little guy. Daddy was showing me just how nice a donkey can be. The donkey had scared me a bit by braying to say hi. It only took me a few minutes before I was sharing popcorn with him too.

Last but not least the tigers came out to play to wrap up our visit to the Popcorn zoo. Dante and I paced back and forth while Momma tried to capture "the shot". I put on my best "fierce" face for this one!

The Popcorn Zoo was a great adventure. Momma, Daddy and I had a great time and were happy to support this worthy organization with our visit. I hope you enjoyed our visit too!