Dino Ferri, CEO of the Central Florida Zoo, is our guest on this episode of Animal House, and shares the exciting news about the return of the Asian Lantern Festival, ‘Into the Wild,’ November, 2021, through January, 2022. The festival features over 30 different, hand-constructed, illuminated lanterns, displayed around the Zoo on a 3/4 mile path. Dino also reminds folks not to miss ‘Zoo Boo Bash,’ where little ghosts and goblins can Trick or Treat at the wildest place in town! Learn more at www.centralfloridazoo.org or call (407) 323-4450.

Angie Klein from the Humane Society of Lake County joins us, along with Levi, a 7-month-old pup rescued from an overcrowded shelter in the Panhandle, just today. Angie also talks about their upcoming events, like the WestMUTTster Dog Show, featuring everything from Best Costume, Best Hair, Wiggliest Butt, and even Best Kisser! Get more information at www.humanelake.com or give them a call at (352) 589-7400.

Gatorland’s Savannah Boan, Danny Danger and resident Albino alligators, Ellie Mae and Moonshine, join us to talk about what makes Albino alligators different from American alligators. Savannah also shares what kind of animal encounters and experiences you can have at Gatorland. Give them a call at (407) 855-5496 or visit www.gatorland.com.

Kathy Burns from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando is our guest today, along with Boozy Boo, a 2-month-old puppy, one of 269 animals that were rescued from Louisiana and Mississippi following Hurricane Ida. Kathy also shares what goes into rescuing pets from out-of-state and how long before you can take one home. To find your forever furry friend, visit www.petallianceorlando.org or call (407) 351-7722.

Debbie Helsel, Executive Director for the Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge, joins us today along with some residents goats, like Hope and Halo, to talk about what it takes to care for wild animals and their sometimes special needs. Debbie also shares exciting news about some upcoming fundraising events, like Owloween, Saturday, October 16, 2021, featuring animal encounters, marketplace, live music, costume contest, and more! To learn more, or donate, visit www.btnwildlife.org or call (407) 568-5138.

Dino Ferri, CEO for the Central Florida Zoo, joins us today to talk about new events taking place at the Zoo, and even a little bit about animal conservation. Dino shares some behind-the-scenes facts about their captive breeding program and what goes into protecting animals and their environment. Plus, Dino shares the exciting news about ‘Brews Around The Zoo’ returning, and the continued popularity of their ‘Sunset At The Zoo.’ Learn more at www.centralfloridazoo.org or call (407) 323-4450.

Savannah Boan, from ‘Monsters in the Morning’ on Real Radio, and Gatorland, joins us along with Marshall, a Kookaburra that, believe it or not, is a comfort animal for a crocodile! Savannah shares some fascinating facts about Kookaburras, like the fact they eat meat, can be fairly aggressive and more. Plan your visit at www.gatorland.com or call them at (407) 855-5496.

Angela Miedema, Director of Operations for the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando, talks about Stormy, a dog and her puppies they rescued from the U.S. Virgin Islands! Angela also explains what ‘kitten season’ means, and how that impacts rescue organizations. They also have a lot of fun events coming up, including the “Dog Days of Summer,” Saturday, August 21, 2021. Get more info at www.petallianceorlando.org or give them a call at (407) 351-7722.

Deb Munini joins us from The Animal League, to invite golfers to take part in their Puttin’ Fore Paws Charity Golf Tournament, Saturday, September 25, 2021, in Clermont. Deb also talks about the challenges facing rescue organizations right now, including fundraising and taking in more animals than usual. For all the ways you can help, go to www.theanimalleague.org.

Dino Ferri, CEO of the Central Florida Zoo, joins us to talk about all that’s happening, including their Adults-only evening event, Sunset at the Zoo, now joined by their newest event, Family Sunset at the Zoo. Dino also shares the latest update on the Zoo’s fundraising efforts and even talks a little about career opportunities. Give them a call at (407) 323-4450 or visit them at www.centralfloridazoo.org.