2025 -Shadow a Vet for Two

Shadow a Veterinarian for Two

One Shadow a Veterinarian for Two experience is offered each month from March 1 through October 31.

This program is available on weekends only—either Saturday or Sunday—on a date that is acceptable to our guests and the Zoo's veterinary staff.

Participants spend approximately four hours accompanying one of the North Carolina Zoo’s veterinarians during his or her morning rounds, gaining a behind-the-scenes look at veterinary care in action. Each experience is unique, as guests observe real-time medical evaluations and procedures currently taking place at the Zoo.

Following rounds, guests return to the veterinary hospital to enjoy a pizza lunch with the veterinarian and members of the support team. After lunch, an optional two-hour golf cart tour of the Zoo is available to participants.

This experience is recommended for adults 16 years of age and older. However, special arrangements can be made for an adult to accompany a child age seven or older.
      The program cost of $575 for Zoo Society members and $615 for non-members provides Zoo admission for two, a four-hour experience with the veterinarian, lunch, an optional 2-hour golf cart tour after lunch (if requested), and a $550 tax-deductible donation to the NC Zoo Society, the private 501(c)3 non-profit that raises funds for the NC Zoo. Proceeds support Zoo veterinary needs.