Where the wild things are!

Lion habitat ranch

Lions and tigers and bears? Oh my!

Well, sort of.

When you’re in Las Vegas, there are plenty of fun and furry friends to meet on and off the Strip. 

Photo: Eric Chan

Golden Nugget Tank Aquarium

129 East Fremont Street, Las Vegas

Are you afraid of sharks? Take a swim and learn more about why people fear them and what kind of food they like to munch on. Behind-the-scenes tours begin at 3:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday. Admission is $30. 

Photo: Lion Habitat Ranch

Lion Habitat Ranch

382 Bruner Avenue, Henderson

The top draw could be Angel – the infant lion cub who is being raised by Keith Evans and his team after she was abandoned by her mother. The wildlife park is also home to other animals such as dozens of lions, ostriches and a rescued giraffe named Oz who just celebrated a first birthday. The ranch offers opportunities to feed the creatures or even work as a trainer for a day. Open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday-Monday. Admission is $20.

Photo: Silverton

Aquarium at the Silverton

3333 Blue Diamond Road, Las Vegas

See more than 4,000 tropical fish and watch them enjoying a meal or two. The feeding frenzy begins daily at 1:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. A marine biologist will answer any questions you have about underwater life.

Photo: Popovich Pet Comedy Theater

 
Popovich Pet Comedy Theater 

V Theater in the Miracle Mile Shops.

These pet pals take center stage and perform some fun feats that would give Cirque-du-Soleil a run for its money. Trainer and ringmaster Gregory Popovich rescued his performers from shelters. Shows at 4 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays. General admission is $34.99.

By Cynthia Newdel
Cynthia Newdel is the Booker for FOX5 KVVU in Las Vegas. She spent seven years with FOX News Channel in New York where she booked interview segments for Neil Cavuto. Cynthia also freelances as a local media trainer and public speaking advisor.