Booking was easy! Paying by Venmo was easy! Barnyard Animal Buddies was so amazing! They brought…read morethe bunnies to our backyard, set up, provided lots of education on rabbits to the kiddos. They were professional, knowledgeable, great with the bunnies, friendly & kind. I loved the decor they brought for an added touch. They also bring hand sanitizer. They were on time & were quick to set up. We had our own canopy & turf area so they did not charge extra for that. There was a travel expense for being out of their area. They brought six bunnies and rotated the children so everyone could get a turn petting them. The birthday girl got to stay in the bunny pin the whole time. The bunnies were well taken care of and were so soft and sweet! My kiddo loved spending time with the bunnies and she loved that she got to swaddle two of them. I definitely recommend Barn Animal Buddies for your kid's birthday party, definitely lots of fun!

I reserved a bunny petting zoo for my daughters 6th birthday and was beyond thrilled with the…read moreentire experience! The communication was quick and clear and booking was easy. We got a message the morning of a call when in route. The set up is clean and cute, the bunnies were a huge hit and the staff were friendly and great with the kids. I will for sure book again. Highlight of our party!

This is the most special place I have ever been to, I've never been more happy. If you love animals…read moreyou have to check this place out! First off it's huge and you are allowed to feed and pet ALL of the animals! They have so much to see! Cows, pigs, camels, and even a zebra!! I never thought in my life I'd pet a zebra, this experience is just incredible! They even have turkeys and peacocks that roam and even came up to us for some food! All of the animals were super friendly and adorable. We even saw the smallest mini horse ever that was so cute. There are also cats that roam the property and one of them followed us throughout the whole place. Can you ask for a cuter tour guide?! They also grow their own produce and sell eggs. We picked and cut our own pumpkins and left with some duck eggs as well! Overall this was just the most fun experience I've ever had. I regret not purchasing the membership because ever since I left I keep thinking about how bad I want to come back! This is definitely a hidden gem and a fantastic experience.

If you love animals and want to support a truly heart-driven cause, Alpine Acres Sanctuary Farm is…read morethe place to visit. I've been in touch with Agnes, the owner and operator, for a few years now and she does it all. It's inspiring to see how much love and effort goes into keeping this sanctuary running for the animals who call it home. They offer family-friendly daily tours where you can feed the animals directly- horses, pigs, bison, goats, ducks, tortoises, camels, bulls, and more! Pro tip: go early in the morning before it gets too warm. Hours are 10 AM - 5 PM, 7 days a week (closed Thanksgiving & Christmas). They also host birthday parties and private events. I actually celebrated my 37th birthday here with about 25 friends and kids. We got a private tour with Agnes herself, and the best part? Our donation was tax-deductible since they're a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. It felt meaningful knowing our celebration helped sustain the farm's mission. To help fund operations, they also grow their own vegetables, herbs, greens, and squash onsite. You can text 866-612-6520 to get on their weekly veggie list and orders can be picked up at the farm or Wednesdays at Kohl's in Santee. They even offer volunteer opportunities year-round. We brought my 16-year-old nephew once to help clean the goat area. It was a hands-on, memorable experience to give back and see the difference a few hours can make. If you're looking for something wholesome, local, and purposeful......this is it!!

I brought my 16month old nephew to here. We had so much fun and had an amazing day here…read more Sign up and sign the prior visit. Lots of animals and activities for kids. Turtle, chicken, snakes, lizards , dogs, bunny, horses, rabbits.. etc For activities; play grounds, face painting, art class, play room I would definitely bring him here again.

This place is truly a little slice of heaven! We visited today for their Valentine's Snuggle…read moreexperience, and it exceeded every expectation. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed by the owner, Elizabeth, who was incredibly kind and inviting. The tour was well organized and never felt rushed. Every single person we met was friendly and passionate...you can genuinely tell how much they love what they do. The animals are exceptionally well cared for (which is so important to us) and are wonderfully social and curious. The entire experience was relaxed, thoughtful, and absolutely delightful. We had such a fantastic day! The farm store is adorable, and the jam is amazing. Highly recommend visiting this special place!

If you have an IPhone and it says the business is closed disregard it. I called the number looking…read morefor somewhere to take my toddler to see animals locally and we had the best time. Pat called me back within the hour and said come on over. We set up a time. Price was so reasonable for the two hours we spent there. Pony ride, she has like 4 miniature horses, 2 ponies, 8-10 goats, and cute bunnies you can visit and pet too. Beautiful place to go, hidden, family owned farm. It was so great. Hot in the summer time so we went around 9am.

Awesome party, we called in these sweet girls for a pre final relaxation petting zoo party! We…read moreloved all the animals the Goats, chickens, Ducks, and Bunnies which were too adorable. We added a Mini Horse to the party for a great price her name was Sugarstar wonderful Horse soo sweet and super smart. The large petting zoo fit 10 to 11 people and we had enough time to fit every one in the large line that formed. Amazing job we are planning again for next year.

I really enjoyed visiting and learning. It was a quick tour but I was glad I got to have any…read moreinteraction with these amazing animals

My girlfriend and I did the complete farm tour which includes the alpaca ranch/fiber mill and the…read morenew petting zoo. It was an extremely fun experience; Barbara's an amazing guide who was very friendly and made us feel comfortable experiencing something that was out of our normal and learning about these animals. Would totally recommend this to anyone of any age!

We had an amazing time at Dirty Bird Ranch during a private tour with our family of four including…read morea 4 yo and 2 yo. During the hour we were all able to hold, feed, and pet so many animals. We had such an intimate personalized experience and all learned so much. We definitely made memories to last a lifetime and can't recommend Dirty Bird Ranch enough!

Such a great time! All the animals are so friendly and Candace makes the whole tour feel so…read morerelaxed. We had a herd of pigs, goats, dogs and alpacas following us around the whole time. We even got to feed and pet an ostrich. Definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a unique experience for the family or date :)

We attended a birthday party where the backyard wasn't super big, but Cindy was able to…read moreaccommodate. It was fun to see everyone enjoy. We did make sure there were only 3/4 people at a time because of the space. The little chicks were everywhere, though. I almost felt I could have stepped on them, lol. Overall, it was fun to pet and take pictures.

Just celebrated my son's birthday and selected Cindy Lu's Petting Zoo to help keep the kids…read moreattending our party entertained. The husband and wife team were friendly and professional. The selection of pets were great. I joked and said they had brought the Noah's Ark Package for our party cause seriously, they had everything but a Chupacabra lol. They brought enough hay and feed to keep the animals at bay so everyone could enjoy them. I highly recommend them if looking for a petting zoo. I wouldn't hesitate to use them again for a future party. Price, value, selection- nobody even comes close!

Zovargo is such an amazing organization with people who genuinely care about educating kids and…read moreencouraging conservation during their programs. There are so many different and exciting animals at their zoo to learn about and meet up close and personal. Highly recommend booking an event with them because animals truly make everything so much better and they bring a unique experience!

Amazing experience with Zovargo for my daughter's birthday this past weekend! Communication for…read morebooking and pre-event confirmation was amazing and the staff was great with the kids, and put on a great program for our event. We booked the larger party option for 16-35 kids and when the date was approaching and we thought we may end up with a few more than expected, they were flexible and communicative about our options. Come game time, it turned out we didn't exceed the limit so the team remained flexible and delivered the original plan with ease. Set up and break down was insanely fast. They kept the birthday girl completely engaged and loving every minute of the program. They made her feel like the star of the show while keeping her guests engaged as well. When some kids got a little squirrely, they were gracious and patient and kept the program rolling. We throughly enjoyed the fun, different element that Zovargo brought to our party. We highly recommend!

We celebrated our daughters 9th birthday with family and friends at Wild Wonders and it was such an…read moreenjoyable experience. The animals were well cared for, the staff were kind, knowledgeable and professional, and the interaction with their animals was a memorable experience. It was a lot of fun too. We ended our party with a picnic at Wild Wonders and the area provided was clean, spacious, shaded and overlooking a nice view. Couldn't have asked for a better birthday for our daughter.

A beautiful wildlife preservation site where you can enjoy animal encounters with exotic animals!…read more - PARKING - We parked on the hill past the entrance of the business, and walked down. Pretty steep but it's a short walk. - SERVICE/ENVIRONMENT - Book your visit online! There are group rates and additional attendee rates, so just make sure you have the right count of people! Staff was very friendly from start to finish, and I loved seeing the enthusiasm shine through their work. It's not a huge site, so not a ton of walking involved, but there are some steps if you're worried about accessibility. Make sure to wear closed toed shoes! - EXPERIENCE - We booked a Wallaby encounter, and initially I thought it was only going to be a single animal experience but I was pleasantly surprised we were taken on a tour around the area! We did get to feed and pet the Wallaby, but we also walked to see all the different animals in captivity. They also brought out some animals for us to pet and see up close! - OVERALL - A wonderful wildlife preservation site, and amazing staff to take care of them all!

SoCal Mini Pigs is not just a petting zoo. It's a special place where visitors can interact with…read moremini pigs, from petting to feeding and even adopting. Visits are by appointment only, so my husband and I booked a session on Valentine's Day. This was hands down the best animal experience we've had, thanks to the amazing staff and adorable animals. The animals were friendly, engaging, and active, which is a testament to how happy and well cared for they are. Each party is given a complimentary bucket of lettuce to feed the animals, with more available for purchase. We got to pet and feed not only mini pigs, but also goats, ducks, chickens, and even a large, handsome turkey. And because it was Valentine's Day, the staff passed around glasses of sparkling wine for guests, which was an extra special touch. The setting is tucked away in a mountainous area, making it feel like a hidden gem off the beaten path. It was the perfect stop on our way to San Diego. We're definitely looking forward to returning again next time!

To label Disneyland as the happiest place on earth feels wrong after visiting with So Cal Mini…read morePigs. Not only were the owners extremely kind, friendly and big hearted, the experience made for the most heart warming time I could ever ask for on my birthday with my boyfriend. This place is absolutely wonderful and I had the best time ever. My heart feels happier than ever. Book an experience with them asap and go play, cuddle and share love with the animals!