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If you plan to visit Franklin Park Zoo on Saturday, July 25, or Sunday, July 26, please note that parking and traffic restrictions will be in effect within Franklin Park. 
•  Sat., July 25, Zoo visitors arriving by vehicle can access the Zoo via Blue Hill Avenue. Barriers will be in place due to events in the park. Please identify yourself as a Zoo visitor and parking will be available in the Zoo parking lot across from the golf course, at Peabody Circle and Refectory Hill. 
• Sun., July 26: Vehicular traffic for Zoo visitors will be via the Blue Hill Avenue side of Circuit Drive. Parking for Zoo visitors will be available in the Zoo parking lot across from the golf course, at Peabody Circle and Refectory Hill. 
• On both days, Pierpont Road will be closed to Zoo visitor traffic and parking.

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Baird's tapir

Baird's tapir

Eric Kilby

Oral Health Care Among Species Program

Your donation helps us provide continued essential dental care for our animals while expanding our capabilities with new technology. Every contribution directly supports this critical component of animal health and wellbeing, enhancing the quality of life for animals large and small. 

Why Dental Health Matters

Just like humans, animals need proper dental care to maintain their health and quality of life. Zoo New England has long been at the forefront of animal health management, recognizing that dental care is crucial for overall animal wellness.

Our Dental Health Program

Since 2014, we've partnered with Steven D. Spitz, DMD, a dentist with an animal science background, to provide specialized dental care for our animals. Dr. Spitz, who serves on Zoo New England's Advisory Board, helped establish the Oral Health Care Among Species Program, bringing expert dental care to our diverse animal family.

Success Stories

Our Dental Health Program has successfully treated numerous animals, including:

• Cotton-top tamarin
• Gorilla
• Hyena
• Jaguar
• Painted dog
• Potto

Our Impact

Through our program, we've been able to:

• Treat emergency dental issues
• Provide preventative care
• Improve animal quality of life
• Share knowledge with other zoos
• Advance animal dental medicine