Inspiring Curiosity Through Ethical Animal Encounters Since 1997
For nearly 30 years, ZooLab has been helping people connect with animals, nature and the wider world through unforgettable educational experiences.
Company Established
in 1997
Nationwide Ranger Network
Award-Winning Educational Experiences
Ethical Animal Welfare Standards
Our Story
ZooLab was founded with a passion for animals, education and making a positive difference.
What started as a small team has grown into a nationwide network of expert Rangers delivering thousands of inspiring workshops every year.
Nearly 30 Years of Inspiring Learning
1997
ZooLab is founded
in Scotland as a family business
2005
We expanded our Ranger network across the UK
2015
Launched therapy
and wellbeing programmes
2026
Today, we're the UK’s #1 for ethical animal encounters
Our Vison
To educate, inspire and influence today for a more informed and sustainable tomorrow.
Our Mission
To inspire people of all ages through ethical animal encounters and ignite a love for nature.
The Values That Guide Us
Animals
The wellbeing of our animals always comes first
Learning
We create educational experiences
Wellbeing
We support positive emotional wellbeing
Quality
We deliver the highest standards in everything we do
Sustainability
We protect the planet and inspire others to do so too
Animal Welfare Comes First
Every encounter is carefully designed around the welfare of our animals and the best learning outcomes for our audiences.
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Ethical animal care - We follow strict welfare protocols and never compromise on care
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Licensed & Experienced - Our Rangers are fully trained, DBS checked and experts in animal handling
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Positive Encounters - Our animals are chosen for their ability to educate and inspire
Best Curriculum-Centred Animal Encounters Company 2026 - Scotland
UK Enterprise Awards
Award for Excellence in Ethical Animal Workshops 2026 - Scotland
UK Enterprise Awards
Best Ethical Hands-on Animal Encounters Provider 2026 UK
LUXlife’sPet Products and Services Awards
Best Animal Encounter Provider 2025
Scottish Enterprise Awards
We've won awards.
“We were SO impressed with Eleanor! She kept a challenging class completely hooked and was extremely knowledgeable about the animals."
Hutton Cranswick Community Primary School
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