How to start a petting zoo business
A petting zoo business requires a lot of skill, knowledge, proficiency, and orderliness to operate and manage. It is quite costly and one should be aware of the liability they may encounter in case they decide to venture into this business. It can either be a mobile or traveling petting zoo whereby you take the animals to different locations or a permanent petting zoo . Starting basic requirements The business starting cost is approximately between $2,000 and $5,000 if you already have the animals. This cost however, does not cover advertising, licenses, permits, animal care, and insurance fees for liability coverage. You need at least a 10 acre area with no restrictions on housing certain animals to start the zoo. As a minimum, you should be able to maintaining the animals' shelter, provide daily social interaction and maintaining health standards for the animals and the environment. Legal requirements Like any other business, you need to register the petting zoo. A...