PARKTON — A petting zoo featuring “snuggly animals” is closer to opening thanks to Robeson County Commissioners, who on Monday evening approved a special use permit to “allow for the establishment of an Educational Animal Encounter (Petting Zoo) in a Residential Agricultural District” on 7 acres on Armory Road in Parkton Township.
Michael and Wendy Gibbs’ Parkton Animal Oasis brings visitors into contact with such animals as a mini royale Tibetan yak, a Bennett’s wallaby, a Fennec fox, prairie dogs, miniature horses and more – by appointment only.
The petting zoo is not open to drop-in visitors.
“Parkton Animal Oasis accepts visitors by appointment and bookings ONLY! We do not accept walk-in appointments as we offer private encounters, not general admission. We hope to see you soon!”
The Gibbses said they have a desire to bring people into contact with animals they may otherwise never see.