Southwick Zoo

[@mmuradanes]

Loved this video! Can't get enough of the animals! thanks for sharing!

[@pumpkincrazee]

Thanks for taking us to the Zoo Jenn, It was so nice seeing all the animals!!! I liked how the Lions were aggravating each other like true siblings!!!

[@lovies2002]

What a wonderful virtual field trip for those of us who can't get to the zoo. You did a great job filming. Thanks so much.

[@SacSusie]

What a happy surprise!!!!! Taking us with you to the zoo. The giraffes were awesome and the baby one was so cute. Yes, I agree with you, wish the animals could have lots more open space instead of being so confined to such a small area. Thanks for sharing this outing with us.

[@munchkin0518]

it's spring! zoo outing sounds like such a lovely idea

[@jessican2319]

What a great video thanks for sharing it with us!

[@katherine62226]

Awww...the giraffes were super! You saved the best for last!

[@bjhaynes148]

what a lovely day.. thank u so much for taking us with u and sharing ...felt like we were there with u.. awesome !

[@DoctorOnce]

Our family loves Southwick. I've been going since I was a kid (I'm now in my 60s).

[@kaitlynx1388]

Really bummed out today. My knee is going out on me and Im worried about losing my job because of it so Im kinda down and I watched this video and it was such a treat. I havent been to my local zoo in years. It was thoroughly enjoyable to see all the animals - I could look at the big cats all day long, they are so beautiful and fascinating. I cant thank you enough for sharing this video - it made my day and its really been a joy to watch. Youre the best Jenn

[@cori12marie12]

The giraffes are our favorite part of the Southwick zoo! I need to bring my son to see the baby he will love it!

[@Yvonneb_]

Awww Thankyou Jenn I really enjoyed that day out ;-) I love Zoos. I love big cats. My son bought me a toy tiger its the same color as that one its about 4 foot long he carried it home whilst riding his motorbike lol he got some right looks. Thankyou again Jenn I loved it xx

[@YouCanCallmeNet]

That was awesome !!!! The one animal there, I think it was a Llama maybe ? The one that had all the bedding/shavings on his body and face....I kept thinking to myself, ohh Jenn get that piece hanging off his face ....and then you tried !! Hahahaa, I laughed lol And the Giraffes..omg cuuuuuuuute !! That baby one...I just wanna take him home !! :)

[@JeSuisEmma28]

Wish I could feel as laid back as that kangaroo looked!

[@sasquatchhhhh]

I know zoos are not great for animals whatsoever, but I love seeing animals up close. I'm sure you were super excited to see those giraffes! They are such beautiful creatures :)

[@RachelDex]

I disagree - yeah there are lots of bad zoos that don't follow correct procedures/policies etc but to say zoos are no good whatsoever is a very uneducated comment to make. Zoos save endangered species, they have breeding programs to prevent extinction. They are protected from poachers, habitat loss, predators etc. Zoos educate the public, this motivates people to protect the animals and their environments. You should perhaps find an accredited zoo and visit, then you would see what a fantastic job they're doing for this world!

[@juleslovgiraffes]

thanks jenn, for the giraffes i like the baby as its cute x

[@alishamaestas381]

I started cracking up when I saw the baby giraffe its so cute

[@porcelaindolli3]

I love animals. However, I'd never give my money to an establishment like a zoo, where animals cannot live natural lives. :( Seeing them caged..it just feels so wrong. Regardless, it looks like you had fun and that was the point! Animals make everyone happy. :)

[@dprsp1]

I know what you mean. I hadn't been in so long I forgot just how much it bothered me too

[@RachelDex]

Many animals cannot live natural lives out in the wild either due to poachers, habitat loss, starvation etc. Zoos raise animals that have been abandoned for whatever reason and release them back into the wild later. Zoos are actively involved in conservation. Animals that can't be released are used for breeding programs which help to prevent extinction. Many penguins are in captivity for example, and that's due to global warming - caused by man! There will always be pro's and cons but to say zoos are wrong is just narrow minded.

[@porcelaindolli3]

Rachel B I believe the animal slaughtering industries (for consumption, clothing, etc) are just as bad as using wild animals for entertainment. Such a shame that these things go on. My belief that zoos are wrong is not narrow minded in the least. There is a synergistic relationship taking place here. For example, you mentioned habitat loss. *The world eating meat is the largest contributor to these animals ecosystems being destroyed.* I can only hope that you are a vegan, because everything that you have said would be hypocritical otherwise.

[@RachelDex]

porcelaindolli3 It is very narrow minded. If zoos didn't exist, this planet would be in a lot of trouble. and Yes i am a meat eater and proud to be, but i eat pork, beef, chicken, lamb etc - correct me if i'm wrong but i don't think they're on the extinction list are they? Black rhinos, snow leopard, malayan tiger, indian elephants and a crap load more ARE! The conservation/breeding programs that are happening within zoos are working towards stopping the extinction of such species.

[@porcelaindolli3]

Rachel B Rachel, you should not be proud to eat meat, but make exclamations of habitat loss and animal extinction. Why are you concerned about extinction of only a select species, but you are okay with man breeding other animals solely for the purpose of food? You are trying to ride two saddles at once, here. One cannot be compassionate toward one species but eat another. Please check out Freelee the Banana Girl on how to transition to veganism. You will be saving the planet, and the animals. It is also imperative that you watch the documentary titled EARTHLINGS. PS- Nice kitty in the avatar, it must be very glad you chose not to put it on your plate.

[@nyusufffff]

I miss this place

[@debbiedonat2879]

how about a Saturday road trip with the twins?