It is the first center of its kind in Bulgaria to operate on the principle of a 'zoo-school', focusing on environmental education.
The facility is a successful breeding center for the endangered Przewalski's horse.
Many animal enclosures are designed with minimal barriers, relying on natural terrain to separate animals from visitors.
The center actively participates in regional and international wildlife protection projects.
The park land was originally part of the city's primary urban woodland development.
Several animal species within the park were rescued or brought in due to inability to survive in the wild.
The park infrastructure uses eco-friendly materials to blend into the forest canopy.
The Dobrich Nature and Animal Protection Centre is a unique zoological park designed with a focus on conservation, education, and animal welfare. It is situated within the St. George City Park in Dobrich, utilizing a natural woodland environment rather than traditional cages. The facility is internationally recognized for its participation in the European Endangered Species Programme (EEP), specifically for the Przewalski's horse. Visitors can observe various species, including wallabies, fallow deer, llamas, and diverse birdlife in semi-free roaming habitats. The center functions as an educational hub for environmental awareness and local biodiversity. Its layout emphasizes the integration of animal enclosures into the existing forest landscape of the city park. The facility maintains strict welfare standards to mimic natural behaviors for the resident animals. It remains one of the few centers in Bulgaria that prioritizes the 'zoo as a nature school' model.
The elevated observation decks that look out over the Przewalski's horse grazing grounds.
Bring comfortable walking shoes as the terrain is natural forest paths rather than paved concrete.
Keep a respectful distance from the animals, as the open-concept design means there are few physical barriers.
Check the visitor signage carefully for specific zones where feeding or direct interaction is strictly prohibited.
Avoid tapping on enclosure glass or fences and never try to lure animals toward the perimeter with food.
Maintain a quiet volume to avoid stressing the animals; do not feed the animals unless explicitly permitted by designated staff during educational demonstrations.
