Animal Wellbeing
What Animal Wellbeing Means to Us
At home and around the world, Oakland Zoo works hard to constantly provide the best in animal wellbeing practices and programs. Whether in human care—or living in the wild—every animal deserves a home that fosters the best quality of life, both physically and psychologically.
Oakland Zoo has long prioritized common sense and welfare, and PETA looks forward to continued collaboration on improving the welfare of captive wildlife across the U.S.
Brittany Peet
Esq., Director, Captive Animal Law Enforcement PETA Foundation
See Our Efforts Here at the Zoo
Rescue, Rehabilitate, Provide Sanctuary
Oakland Zoo provides life-saving care to bears, mountain lions, condors, and other wildlife—many of them orphaned animals now given permanent sanctuary.
Advance Animal Health and Wellbeing
At Oakland Zoo, training and enrichment is based on the affective experience of every animal. Learn about our species-specific programs, recognized for excellence worldwide.
Create Holistic Habitats
Based on how each species lives in nature, Oakland Zoo strives to create expansive habitats that engage all aspects of an animal's life—physically, socially, and psychologically.
See Our Efforts Nationally and Globally
Protect Elephants in Captivity
Oakland Zoo pioneered the protected-contact management method, now benefiting elephants nationwide, and has long worked to prevent their exploitation and mistreatment.
Battle Animal Exploitation
Partnering with PETA and the Humane Society, Oakland Zoo helps rescue captive bears, lions, tigers, and other animals from inhumane conditions.
Prevent Improper "Pet" Ownership
Partnering with PETA and the Humane Society, Oakland Zoo helps rescue captive bears, lions, tigers, and other animals from inhumane conditions.
End Illegal Wildlife Trade
Wildlife trafficking is a multibillion-dollar industry cruelly exploiting innocent animals. See how Oakland Zoo is working to end it—and how you can help.
Make a difference today
Oakland Zoo envisions a world where people and wildlife thrive together, inspiring connections and action to protect the natural world.
