Adopt an Animal

Our Family To Yours…

The Utica Zoo Adopt an Animal Program gives you the opportunity to take care of your favorite Zoo animal! Choose the animal that you’ve always wanted and know your contribution goes directly towards their care and well-being. As a not for profit organization, the Utica Zoo relies on YOU. Adoption is the perfect way to learn about the Zoo’s animals and is open to individuals, families, schools*, youth groups*, businesses, clubs…anyone! Makes a great gift for any age and occasion too!

Become a MEMBER and visit your chosen animal all year round!

Note: If paying with PayPal, please include animal selection and gifting option in the buyer notes.

Levels

>>Animal List CLICK HERE<<

Levels

Buddy Level $25: You receive an Adoption Certificate, an animal fact sheet, optional Zoo News subscription & recognition in Zoo News.

Side Kick Level $50: You receive an Adoption Certificate, an animal fact sheet, optional Zoo News subscription, recognition in Zoo News & 8X10 of chosen animal.

Companion Level $100: You receive an Adoption Certificate, an animal fact sheet, optional Zoo News subscription, recognition in Zoo News, 8X10 of chosen animal & 4 passes for one adult, child or senior admission each (Value $15.50).

Comrade Level $250: You receive an Adoption Certificate, an animal fact sheet, optional Zoo News subscription, recognition in Zoo News, 8X10 of chosen animal & a Family Membership Certificate good for one year of membership (Value $60).

Guardian Level $500+: You receive an Adoption Certificate, an animal fact sheet, optional Zoo News subscription, recognition in Zoo News, 8X10 of chosen animal, a Family Membership Certificate good for one year of membership (Value $60) & a special Animal Encounter (Value up to $250).

>> CLICK HERE for Adopt an Animal Form <<

PLEASE NOTE: There will be a $25 service charge for all returned checks.

Animals like all living things are subject to change (death, loan to another zoo, etc.) No refunds.