Unwanted pets? Our predators will eat them, zoo says

EnvironmentPets
6 Aug 2025 • 6:40 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Aalborg Zoo in Denmark has appealed to the public for donations of healthy, live small pets, including chickens, rabbits, and guinea pigs.
  • The donated animals are intended to feed the zoo's predators, such as the Eurasian lynx, to simulate natural food chains and promote animal welfare.
  • The zoo has assured donors that all animals will be humanely euthanised by trained staff before being used as fodder.
  • The initiative has garnered mixed reactions online, with some critics deeming it 'perverse' while others have shared positive experiences of donating animals.
  • The zoo also accepts horses, which require a passport, and offers potential tax deductions for donors based on the animal's weight.

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