Prickles came into our care as a tiny, wide-eyed orphan—rescued after his mother was tragically killed by dogs on a nearby farm. From that moment on, he became part of our family, wrapped in warmth and raised with the kind of love and devotion that only a little abandoned porcupine could inspire.
*WIN* WIN* WIN* BE A ZOOKEEPER FOR A DAY Competition
Would you give just about anything to spend a day behind the scenes with one of our Ranch superhero's?!
Get up, close & personal with an animal professional - the guys responsible for the well-being of all our animals.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WINNER - Jan Gibson (Janice MacDonald)!!
We so look forward to sharing this amazing experience with you!!
***ENTER TO WIN!***
1. Like our page
2. Like our Post
3. Comment why you think you should get the honour to spend the day with our BEST!
4. Share!
It's as easy as that.
It's not any easy job at all, but the rewards are multiple and the experience unforgettable.
The job requires a keeper to routinely complete a number of important tasks for the animals, such as cleaning, feeding, exercising and husbandry training.
Please note:
Ages: 16+ can qualify
Terms & Conditions Apply
CONSERVE. CARE. CONNECT.
Further Reading
The Flood That Tested Us – and the Strength That Carried Us Through Exactly one year ago, on 4 June 2024, Cango Wildlife Ranch faced one of the most devastating natural events in our 40+ year history. Today, we pause—not to relive the hardship, but to reflect on the resilience, bravery, and unity that saw us through.
How Retired Architect Joseph Zwick left a lasting mark at Cango Wildlife Ranch, Oudtshoorn — June 2025 Conservation is often powered by passionate volunteers — and every so often, one leaves behind a legacy that echoes long after they’ve gone. This past May, retired architect Joseph Otto Zwick spent three weeks enriching the lives of lemurs, aviary birds, and staff alike during his stay as part of the Wild Animal Volunteers program.
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