Animal Adventures Family Zoo & Rescue Center

Address:	336 Sugar Rd, Bolton, MA 01740, USA
Phone:	+1 978-779-8988
Site:	animaladventures.net
Rating:	3.7
Working:	Closed 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM

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Reviews 5

Nickie C.

Im not sure how anyone could rate this place anything higher than one star. This place is hell on earth for animals. They had approx. 6 alligators, 4 alligator snappers and countless other turtles in an approximately 10 ft by 4 ft cesspool without anyway to get out of the water. They were literally on top of each other, and not by choice. There were two old shelves and a couple planks of wood floating around on top of the water...oh and a few cinder blocks that looked like they had been in the water for years. They had an emu in 3 ft by 3 ft cage and two coatis that had obvious physiological disorders. All they did was pace in a repetitive pattern the whole time we were there. They had a skunk, porcupine and wallaby in cages far too small for their size. If you ask the people that work there they will tell you they "like small cages" or "it is for their own protection could you imagine how scary it would be for the animals outside!" I also want to mention that not one animal I asked about was a Rescue, despite all of their literature and website intro. that states they rescue their animals. They ask for donations to support rescues, yet every animal I asked about was purchased from a breeder including the wallabies, fennec fox, emu, coati, lemurs and owls. They are taking money from people under the premise that this is a rescue and its NOT even close to one. How could a place that says they rescue their animals support wild and exotic animal breeding as well as the exotic pet trade industry, despicable. We also attended their animal performance/education event. Not much on the education, very heavy on the torment. The women said "the alligator stays in the cooler all day because it is too stressful to put him back in his tank in between performances." I am sure this is true, but how about they dont do it then! From what I could tell the other reptiles stayed in their tackle boxes all day too. So that means they are kept in complete darkness in containers literally no bigger than their bodies for hours on end. For a place that claims to "rescue" its animals im am pretty confused about their so called "education" programs. The women that presented to us had worked there for years and talked about how "these animals make great pets, as long as you do your research." I have never met anyone that rescues animals that also condones and supports the breeding and retail of the animals they rescue. Hummm. The owls, that can fly and are not injured, are kept in a small cage outside. When we were there on an 80 degree day, their water bowl was bone dry with leaves in it. Im pretty certain it had been empty for a while. I would recommend this place for anyone that lacks all compassion for living things and wants to spend a couple hours watching animals suffer in this unimaginable hell hole.

Craig Brooks

Pros: - Staff were kind and seemed relatively knowledgeable - An interesting selection of animals from all over - Presentation by young woman was great, allowed safe interaction with the animals and was great with taking and answering questions throughout - Self-guided tour allows viewing and reading about the animals at your own pace Cons: - A number of enclosures seemed very small for the animal - Many signs missing on the background of the animal. A few had them, but most did not and would help and add to learning - A few enclosures looked a bit haphazardly pieced together. Im sure theyre secure, but did look questionable in spots - More signage in general, particularly in reptile room. Had to search to find what the animal was for some, since sign was tiny. Others appeared to lack any at all - Back outdoor section was not wheelchair accessible. I saw no ramp and required stepping down 3-4 steps with no railing - Animals in back appeared to have veg just thrown on the ground in random spots, some where people are walking Overall, nice place to interact with some animals you might not otherwise get to, some issues, friendly and fairly knowledgeable staff, small and could use some work, but fun spot to take kids for a few hours.

Kelli Miller

So let start off by staying the reviews on this place are horrible like come on people open your eyes... Ya of course somebody is going to give them five stars for taking their pet, but as for an educational stand point the people are all young dont know most common facts about certain animals owners obviously dont care that their name is attached to a place like this the employees treat the animals horribly no water outside dried out brown whatever it was for the turtles no cool air for foxes along with no water and do I dare bring up how some of the animals living habitats where they where falling apart some put together with duck tape and zip ties very dirty and MOLD everywhere!!! Not a suitable place for children especially a touchy toddler!!!! I had spoken to whom every the lady at the front desk was about my feelings and I was told no lie "if you dont like it leave" I said well mama children are here she said " well what do you want me to do about that" At that point I had enough and left please do yourself and your family a favor and if you want to help animals send them a check, they obviously need it!!!

Chantelle Brooks

Came here with vouchers from groupon! Paid $11 general admission for 2 people. (Or $21 for a group of 4) The place is really really small, but its definitely worth going. They had a show and brought out 6 animals and explained about their habitat, ect. Also walked through to let everyone pet them if they wanted. She brought out a chinchilla, a snake, a gargoyle gecko (I believe), a bearded dragon, a ferret and a skunk! It was a great show and a lot of the little kids love it. General admission is self guided so you can walk around wherever. We got to pet goats, bunnies (you can go in the pen with them!) there was a rooster running around too lol, and more! If I had known about the extreme tour before buying general admission tickets I would have. But now I know for next time! The extreme tour they have a tour guide with you to educate you and also you get to hold most of the animals. Its more expensive but I will definitely be coming back to do that to get more one-on-one interaction with the animals! I recommend coming here its not just for kids but adults too!!

Daryl Peddar

I had the exact same reaction as Kim. I took my son to a birthday party on Saturday but when I saw the terrible conditions the animals are kept in, and how unhappy they looked pacing up and down in the their small cages, it brought tears to my eyes and we had to leave. If these people are supposed to be animal lovers how can they keep the animals in such cruel conditions. No animal should be couped up like this, but to see these beautiful wild animals in such small cages literally broke my heart. The foxes cage was basically a mud pit after the rain, and the animals dont have adequate shelter from the rain or the heat. The animals are clearly bored and stressed, which is why they spend their time pacing up and down. The Canadian Lynx has an old shoe to play with to reduce boredom - woohoo!!! This place is an abomination. I am trying to find out which authority to report this to, so if anyone has any advice in this regard please ket me know.