US EditionZoo in Denmark Asks for Unwanted Pets to Feed Its Predators
DENMARK, AUG 5 – Aalborg Zoo seeks gently euthanized pets to feed predators like lynx, lions, and tigers, aiming to support natural feeding behaviors and reduce waste, zoo officials said.
- On August 5, 2025, Aalborg Zoo in Denmark requested public contributions of chickens, rabbits, guinea pigs, and horses to serve as food for its carnivorous animals.
- The request builds on a long-established Danish practice of feeding carnivores euthanized smaller livestock to mimic natural diets and avoid waste.
- Animals donated to the zoo that are approaching the end of their lifespan are humanely euthanized by trained personnel before being given as food to predators such as lions, tigers, and European lynx.
- The zoo’s Facebook announcement drew criticism from online users who found the practice objectionable, while zoo officials emphasized that the program utilizes all animal material responsibly and supports the predators’ natural instincts and health.
- Some donors described the experience as professional, and supporters said donations help maintain animal welfare and support natural predator feeding behavior.
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Aalborg Zoo claims that this unique plan seeks to imitate what its predatory beasts would eat in nature
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