Highlights
- Watch a pack feed
- Hear our pack’s hunting and feeding calls
- Go behind-the-scenes for an exclusive vantage point
- Learn from an experienced Carnivore Keeper
- Contribute to critical conservation work
Go behind-the-scenes with our African Painted Dog keepers to meet one of the world's most effective hunters!
Get to know one of the most endangered mammals in the world and learn how our expert keepers care for this highly intelligent pack.
See these wild, colourful canines with their stunning coats and big ears in action.
PLUS! By supporting Perth Zoo you’re supporting our vital conservation work abroad, like
our work with Painted Dog Conservation Inc in Africa.
Important Information
- Enclosed footwear is essential.
- Our African Painted Dogs are carnivores, and our behind-the-scenes experience often includes watching the pack at feeding time.
- All patrons undertaking this encounter, including children must have a valid African Painted Dog Behind-the-Scenes ticket.
- All children (12-15 year) must be accompanied by an adult (16+) with a African Painted Dog Behind-the-Scenes ticket.
- Close Encounters are non-refundable.
- As a welfare-accredited zoo, all of our animals have the choice to participate in Close Encounters. Their health and happiness always comes first!
Accessibility Information
- Accessible with a manual wheelchair.