by Kristina O'Keefe | Sep 1, 2016 | Uncategorized
“Good zoos are how humans make amends.” – Katherine Applegate Growing up, I always loved going to Southwick’s Zoo. It was different than the other zoos I had been to. The animals seemed well cared for and their enclosures were built with each animal in...
by Kristina O'Keefe | Aug 25, 2016 | Uncategorized
We have all been to a zoo only to find ourselves looking through smudged glass at a water monitor hiding in the corner of his or her exhibit, unable to move around freely with the water dish taking up most of the creature’s space. We have stood in front of the...
by Kristina O'Keefe | Sep 22, 2015 | Uncategorized
Trumpets sound as red, blue, and green lights illuminate the crowd. The sweet smell of cotton candy and popcorn fills the air while an excited audience awaits the first act. Music blares as the ring master’s voice booms through the arena. The audience,...