We had Zoo To You come to our home for my daughter’s 8th birthday, and it was such an incredible experience from start to finish! Lauren was amazing — friendly, patient, and so knowledgeable about all the animals. She kept the kids completely engaged the whole time, answering their questions and making sure everyone had a chance to interact safely with the animals. She definitely made my daughter feel special!
The variety of animals was fantastic — from reptiles and bunnies to more exotic creatures — and you could tell how much care and respect the handler had for them. The setup was professional, clean, and organized, and they made everything so easy for us as hosts.
It was a truly memorable party that my daughter and her friends are still talking about! I would highly recommend Zoo To You for any special occasion — fun, educational, and unforgettable!
Thanks"
Judy Mair- Mount Albert, ON
"I just wanted to say a big thank you — the show was absolutely amazing! Mark was so happy, and Asher was fantastic. She was so professional, engaging, and interacted wonderfully with everyone, which made it such a memorable experience not only for Mark but for all of us adults as well.
Mark was over the moon to see every single animal — but the snakes and reptiles completely amazed him! Getting the chance to hold and even feed some of them was such a special experience. You didn’t just bring animals into our backyard, you made Mark’s little dream come true. His smile stretched from ear to ear, and his eyes sparkled with pure happiness!
Thanks again for everything!
Best regards"
Nataliia- Mississauga, ON
"Isabelle was fantastic!!! She was AMAZING with Kieran and with all of the kids. Her personality was awesome, she was very knowledgeable, she answered all of their questions and also interacted with everyone while keeping it moving so they could experience all of the animals. She really made Kieran feel special and was confident and kind when asking him to do “special tasks” with the animals. He went from not wanting a snake at the party to being able (nervously) to have the snake on him! I was so proud of him! Isabelle was a natural and not hesitant at all, making him feel safe, reassured and confident to have the experience. I would highly recommend her for any nervous, anxious or sensitive kids! I can’t give enough positive feedback for her! I hope she knows we all had a great time and she was very much appreciated!"
Kayla Winters- Angus, ON
"Hi Christina,
Thank you for the follow up! Kaileigh was FANTASTIC! I don't think we could have asked for a better show. One of the birthday girls ended up being a bit scared but Kaileigh worked with her and kept her involved. All the kids were so thrilled with the experience.All the animals were great too! They are all so well taken care of and you can tell they are loved! The python was a hit for the adults too.A few parents were also inquiring for the contact information after the show so I sent them your website!
Thank-you"
Cassie- Belleville, ON
"We booked Zoo To You for our Day Hospice group this past week. The booking process was beyond easy, and the team was willing to accommodate our needs accordingly. Our presenter (Laura) was punctual, knowledgeable and full of energy. She provided a lot of patience and explanations (sometimes more than once due to hearing impairment among our guests) and allocated them time to be able to interact with the animals. We sincerely appreciate a program of this nature, as we cannot always get our guests ‘out’ due to mobility issues, so having them come to us was the perfect way to start off our winter programming, and we will definitely be booking them again!
Thanks again for everything, Christina and Laura! ❤
Lauren Palmer- Palliative Care Coordinator VON Durham Hospice Services
"Hi Christina,
Hailee was amazing, extremely interactive with the kids, was very patient as we had over 20 children (adults were also watching from a distance). Did an amazing job explaining what each animal was, allowed the children to touch them (safely), and was always ensuring that the birthday boy had a special experience with each animal. I’d absolutely have her again and would recommend Zoo To You (specifically Hailee) for other parties should anybody ask!
The children had a BLAST!
Thank you again for coming!"
Savannah- Brampton, ON
"Hi Christina,
I had the pleasure of working with Christina from Zoo To You, and I cannot speak highly enough of her professionalism and dedication. Christina has an incredible ability to connect and accommodate to our requirements. My Sons' birthday party, and the event was an absolute hit!
I would also like to highlight the exceptional work of ZooEducator Lauren. Lauren’s passion for educating and inspiring others is truly remarkable.Her attention to detail and smooth coordination made it a memorable experience for everyone involved. Her knowledge and ability to engage and teach, especially with young learners, is nothing short of impressive. She did an amazing job at the party, creating an engaging and educational experience that captivated the kids. It's clear that Lauren is deeply committed to the mission of the zoo and the impact it has on the community.
Working with Christina and Lauren has been a rewarding experience, and I look forward to collaborating with them again in the future!"
Roselin M- Brampton, ON
"If you're looking for an unforgettable experience for any special occasion, I can’t recommend Zoo to You enough! We recently had them come for my son’s birthday, and I can honestly say it was magical. The animal selection was incredible—creatures we’d only ever seen in books or behind glass were right there with us. The staff was amazing at making each moment both interactive and educational. They brought out each animal with such care, telling us about its habitat and habits, while making sure everyone felt involved.
But the real highlight? My son’s face. He had a smile from ear to ear the entire time. The team made him feel like the star of the show, giving him chances to interact with the animals up close and even letting him help in the presentation. Seeing him so engaged and joyful was just priceless, and I could tell he felt incredibly special.
Zoo to You created memories that our family, and especially my son, will cherish for years. If you want an experience that brings both joy and wonder to your event, this is it." Matthew Wallace- Fenelon Falls, ON
"We booked Zoo to You to come into our Long Term Care Home for a fun afternoon with the animals. Our handler, Devon was so amazing with our Residents and they had the best time. You could tell that Devon enjoyed his job and had a love for the animals he was showing. Age appropriate information and facts about each animal was shared in an engaging manner. Devon took the time to go around the circle to provide each Resident with the opportunity to interact with the animals, providing those with cognitive impairments extra time. Overall, such a wonderful experience and will definitely be booking again!" Leigh Ann- Glen Hill Terrace - Whitby, ON "Christina.. wow did the kids have a blast!! Jaeden was so great with handling the animals and especially the kids! Amir, the bday boy, has not stopped talking about the animals. He cannot say which animal he loved more! Your organization made it very easy to organize and it surpassed the kids expectations! Thank you and a big thank you to Jaeden who drove in the horrible snowstorm to make Amir's bday special!" Carmela- Markham, ON "Hi Christina, I just wanted to say a big thank you for the wonderful experience! My child absolutely loved the event and learned so much about reptiles. Owen was fantastic, his explanations were engaging and made the learning process really enjoyable. We’ve already recommended Zoo to You to our friends, and I’m sure they will love it as much as we did! Thank you again for all your hard work, and we hope to join another event in the future."
Nancy- North York, ON "Hi Christina !
We had an amazing experience!!! Devon was great with the kids. Patient and engaging and educational! We actually had you guys come to our house a few years ago and Devon was the handler that time too !!! The animals were great and it showed that Devon really cared for all of them ! We definitely recommend you and would have you back for future parties as well !
Thank you for following up ! " Tanya- Newcastle, ON "Laura was fantastic ! She was so knowledgeable and kept the show going at the perfect pace to keep everyone engaged – even those who had seen Zoo to You before. Great variety of critters. Thank you so much !"
Meribeth Burley- Peterborough, ON "The handler, Alex was wonderful. She was professional yet fun and enthusiastic about teaching the birthday girl and her friends about her companions. They all talked about the animals for days at school.
The animals were very well behaved, just kidding, they were easily handled and curious, which put everyone at ease. Alex made Sadie feel special while still including everyone.
I would definitely recommend the party to others."
Colette Kuula- Orillia, ON "We would like to thank you for helping make Isabella’s 7th birthday party both memorable and one of her all time favourite birthdays ever! She had an amazing time learning about the animals and was left feeling extra special. Jen, you have an amazing way with the animals and a wonderful way with children. You are professional, knowledgeable and your passion and love for what you do is clearly visible. Your sense of humour and friendliness added to the enjoyment of the presentation. You managed to create an outstanding experience for everyone involved and your little ‘extras’ for the birthday child, made our daughter feel like she was the luckiest girl in the world! Getting up close to the animals and interacting with them was priceless and something she will never forget. We wish you continued success with Zoo to You! Thank you so much!"
The Mastrotto Family- Tottenham, ON "Shoberry’s Daycare has been lucky enough to have Jen and Zoo To You come to our centre to do presentations for a number of years. Since our age groups vary so much it is amazing to have such an open and educational demonstration that all of our children can learn from and enjoy. The children love when Zoo To You comes to the centre because they actually get the chance to touch and interact with the animals that they are learning about. The children love to see what new and exciting animals they will see each visit and Jen provides such a warm atmosphere that makes the experience even more fun for the kids. Jen has done presentations for all of our age groups with amazing success and the children and staff look forward to each visit with excitement and enthusiasm."
Shoberry’s Daycare- Sutton, ON "The students at Wesley Christian Academy thouroughly enjoyed the presentations made by Zoo To You in conjunction with our science units dealing with the diversity of living things. Jen's pleasent and informative demeanor won over the students as they marveled at the variety of creatures that were on display. A variety of classes were able to participate and Jen was able to meet the needs of each age group. The students particularly enjoyed the opportunity to be in contact with animals in such a close-up manner. We will certainly invite Jen back to our school!"
Laurel Dodham- Grade 6 teacher, Wesley Christian Academy - Markham, ON "I wanted to have my son's 5th birthday party at home but knew I needed help with some kind of entertainment as I was hosting a party for 10 children...(yikes). So, after having seen Jen's show at another birthday party, I knew that was my ticket to a successful party. Jen came with 12 delightful animals which we were able to choose. She provided a fun, interactive show enabling the kids to hold, pet and feed the animals. She provided factual information about the animals as well. I truly believe that our adult guests enjoyed the show just as much as the kids! Jen is informative and professional and her rates are extremely reasonable. I highly recommend Zoo To You....you won't regret it!"
