November 14 Dog Day is SOLD OUT!
Stay tuned for more information on Dog Days at the Louisville Zoo in 2027.
Event Description
NEW this fall: you and your well-behaved dog are invited to the Zoo! Simply purchase a dog and handler ticket (limited quantities available) and tickets for the rest of your family to be able to join us for special dog-friendly hours. Tickets include all-day admission to the Zoo, however dogs are only allowed during the special hours. Feel free to drop Fido off at home before returning for a full day of Zoo fun.
Join us Saturday, November 14 for a pawsome morning! Enter 8:00 am until 9:00 am, exit by 9:45 am.
Rules and restrictions apply—please see details to ensure that your furry friend is suitable for this event.
Dog Day Restrictions and Regulations:
- Each person and dog must have a ticket.
- Pre-registration, with signed waiver, is required for each dog.
- One dog ticket allowed per adult ticket. Dog handler must be over 18 and not solely responsible for managing children under the age of five in attendance.
- Dogs must be over one year old.
- Dogs must be registered and up to date on their vaccines (including rabies). Proof of registration and vaccination may be requested upon entry.
- Sick dogs, dogs with active injuries (e.g., stitches, bandages), and female dogs in heat are also not suitable for the event and will not be admitted.
- Dogs must remain leashed at all times. Leads must not be over 6-feet. No retractable leashes allowed.
- Dog relief areas are located throughout the park. These areas are marked, and owners are responsible for picking up after their dogs. Owners not picking up after their dogs may be asked to leave the Zoo without a refund.
- Please see map for a full listing of restricted areas of the Zoo. Please note, too, that some animals may be off exhibit due to maintaing their normal schedule.
- The Zoo reserves the right to deny access to any dog. During your visit, dogs that are not under the owner’s control, excessive barking or are displaying adverse reactions to animals may be asked to leave the Zoo without a refund.
- This opportunity is available for dogs only; sorry, no other pets are allowed.
Tickets
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Event Map
The entirety of the Zoo's main path will be open to guests during our Dog Day event. For the safety of all animals and dogs, notable exceptions include buildings and open air animal habitats like our Boma Petting Zoo and Wallaroo Walkabout. Please see the map below for all restricted areas, as well as water bowl locations and relief areas. (Note: viewable animals are subject to change.)
Contact Form
Event Location
Louisville Zoo
1100 Trevilian Way
Louisville, KY 40213 US
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