Disney’s Animal Care Team Earns Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Accreditation

Even though the Walt Disney World Resort is temporarily closed, Disney’s Animals, Science, and Environment Cast Members continue to provide the best care for the animals that call the parks home. Disney's team includes experts in animal care, nutrition, veterinary care, conservation, science, and education programs – and all have a special bond to the work they do.

Whether it’s developing new forms of enrichment for lions, training animals to participate in their own medical care, or placing browse (leafy branches) up high for giraffes, Disney's animal care team goes above and beyond to establish strong relationships with the animals and help maintain their health and well-being.

Because of their dedication and hard work, Disney is respected as a leader in animal care and conservation, and the company has just been recognized once again by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) in receiving the AZA accreditation at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge.

In partnership with the Disney Conservation Fund, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this month, Disney is also working to help save wildlife, inspire action. and protect the planet. Those efforts support nonprofit organizations and the health of hundreds of species, like the Grauer’s gorilla.

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