Cat Tales Wildlife Academy

Spokane's Teaching Zoo

Learn to be one of the best at the school that offers career training 
on all aspects of zoo operations and professional animal care.
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Zookeeper Training for your Professional ​Animal Care Career

Cat Tales Zoological Training Center is an internationally recognized, licensed vocational school. The Zookeeper Training Programs are one of a kind in its practical instruction and employable skills training. Cat Tales offers a yearlong program divided into two areas of instruction and applied skills.  As a student of zoological studies, you will be exposed to the principals that define zookeeping, public relations, leadership and management as well as detailed education regarding the science and care of living beings.  ​

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Hurry! Time is running out to
Enroll in the Program starting
March 15, 2017.

Apply for the March 2017 Program
You could qualify for a 25% discount on Tuition.


Is Our Zookeeper Program for You?

Do You:
  • Love animals and Understand that animal care is hard work and often dirty?
  • Have good work ethics? (Dependability, punctuality, self-starter, team player)
  • Like to be around people and show respect with a smile?
  • Feel you can work in all weather conditions?
  • Know that Safety is a high priority? (Yours, others, and the animals)
  • Follow instructions and are willing to learn something new every day?
  • Realize there will be homework and research along with the day-to-day animal care?
  • Want professional animal care to be your career or to further your current career?

​If you answered YES to many of these questions we encourage you to apply.
​Class sizes are limited. Reserve your space today!

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Lower Tuition Rates for 2017
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All graduates receive a certificate of Professional Zookeeper, and leave with an education that offers them dozens of open doors within the zoological and animal rescue community.

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We Would Love to Have You Visit Soon!


Hours

Summer
​Tuesday - Sunday:  10 am - 5 pm
Closed Mondays
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Winter*
​Tuesday - Sunday:  10 am - 4 pm
​* Call ahead for changes
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Closed Mondays

Telephone

(509) 238-4126

Address
17020 N Newport Hwy
Mead, WA 99021

Email - mail@cattales.org

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  • HOME
  • About Us
    • Facilities Information
  • FAQ
  • A Keeper's Day
  • Course Information
    • Is This Program for You?
    • Zoo Technology & Nonprofit Operations Program
    • Tuition and Fees
    • Application Procedures
    • Classes and Workshops >
      • Ten Step Cleaning Routine
    • Attendance and Grading
    • Admission and Enrollment
  • Request a Program catalog