New** Now available in the zoo gift shop! Keep your dog cool, and let him support conservation of his or her distant wild cousins in Africa, by purchasing our new dog water bottles. These unique water bottles are specialized for a domestic dog’s tongue, with an easy to drink roller ball, and are available in green or red. All proceeds from the purchase of this product go to saving the second most endangered carnivore in Africa, the Painted Dog (aka African wild dog). The bottle has the Painted Dog Conservation (PDC) logo on it. PDC is located in Hwange National park, Zimbabwe, Africa and is committed to protecting the Painted Dog in partnership with the local people.
Painted Dogs, also known as African Wild Dogs, are unique to Africa and they are among this continent’s most endangered species. It is estimated that a mere 3,000 – 5,000 remain. The Painted Dog Conservation program in Zimbabwe focuses on community outreach, education and development, Painted Dog rehabiliation and re-introduction.
Contact conservation@houstonzoo.org for more information on where to purchase.
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