Our Herd: Toledo Zoo Podcast

We’re kicking off 2026 with a deep dive into the heart of animal care at the Toledo Zoo - Tails from the Exam Table! 🩺🐾In this episode of Our Herd, we sit down with our veterinary team to talk about the real, unfiltered world of zoo medicine. From life-and-death moments to routine exams, spinning turds, blood draws, lab work, diagnostics, procedures, and everything in between - this conversation pulls back the curtain on what it truly takes to keep an entire animal collection healthy.We explore the dedication, education, and resilience required to become a zoo veterinarian, and the sheer volume of work happening behind the scenes every single day. It’s science-heavy, occasionally messy, surprisingly funny, and a powerful reminder of how much expertise and heart go into caring for wildlife.⁠⁠⁠Give us a formal review!⁠⁠⁠

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Orchid Show
Slow Brew
Teddy Bear Care Fair
Wild About Art
Wild Wellness Walkers

We’re wrapping up the premiere year of Our Herd with night keepers Tara and Kristi! While daytime staff and guests head home for the night, our animals still need care around the clock, every single day of the year - and our incredible overnight zoo keepers are there to make sure that happens.

Being at the Zoo in the middle of the night leads to some great stories, unforgettable moments, and even a few unexpected husbandry opportunities. This episode has plenty to enjoy as we close out the season.

Happy holidays from the Toledo Zoo and the Our Herd podcast crew! We’re so excited to see what’s ahead for the podcast in 2026.

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The adventure continues in Part 2 of our sit-down with Joe Wood! We’re picking up right where we left off, taking you from the majestic mountains of Nepal to the stomping grounds of living dragons. In this episode, we discuss what it really takes to protect species abroad and the importance of community partnerships. Discover the boundless impact the Toledo Zoo is making worldwide.

Enjoy watching or listening to Our Herd now on YouTube, Spotify or Apple Podcasts. New episodes drop every month, so there’s always something wild to look forward to!

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Lights Before Christmas
Zoo PALs
Behind the Scenes Tours
Animal Art Sale
Toledo Zoo Online Store

We’re zooming out to the big picture on this episode of Our Herd, the official Toledo Zoo podcast. We sit down with Joe Wood, Toledo Zoo’s Manager of International Conservation Programs, and challenge him to summarize what it’s really like doing conservation on a global scale. From volcanic eruptions and illegal wildlife trade markets to lifesaving AI innovations, this conversation takes you on a whirlwind tour of conservation around the world.

We had a lot to cover with our international programs, and there’s even more on the way. Be sure to catch Part 2 next week - and follow or subscribe so you don’t miss it!

Enjoy watching or listening to Our Herd now on YouTube, Spotify or Apple Podcasts. New episodes drop every month, so there’s always something wild to look forward to!

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Dr. Matt Cross, Director of Vertebrate Conservation, joins us for this installment of Our Herd, the official Toledo Zoo podcast! We're always mentioning the incredible work being done for animals and their local habitats, but who is making it all happen?!? Listen or watch as we answer that question and discover some unique conservation initiatives you may have not known about!

Enjoy watching or listening to Our Herd now on YouTube, Spotify or Apple Podcasts. New episodes drop every month, so there’s always something wild to look forward to!

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https://www.toledozoo.org
Harvest Fest
College Night
Sturgeon Fest
Little Boo
Pumpkin Path
Symposium
Pumpkin Stomp & Chomp
Roar & Pour
https://www.toledozoo.org/gardens