Calgary Zoo Association of Zoos and Aquariums. The report, released in 2010, spotlighted systemic problems. In response, the zoo developed a 36-point plan that included improving animal care procedures and collection planning, addressing staffing issues like training and structure, enhancing security systems and safety drills, and upgrading aging zoo infrastructure. Later that year, the zoo hired noted animal welfare specialist, Dr. Jake Veasey, who has since instituted major changes and spearheaded new investment in animal facilities. In March 2012, Amur tiger Katja gave birth to three Amur tiger cubs at the zoo. The species is so highly endangered (there are an estimated
Zoo Ave various parts of the country, in order to promote the concept of conservation of tropical habitat, were introduced. Zoo Ave devotes part of its activity to research, captive breeding of species of tropical flora and fauna, including reptiles since 1999, environmental education, conservation and rehabilitation of injured, orphan or recovered animal species. Zoo Ave has an area of approximately 35 acres with a main nature trail circuit that displays wild animal enclosures and education against animal mistreating. A breeding center and the veterinary rescue center are in the Zoo Ave campus but off limits to visitors. Zoo Ave Rescate Animal