The Smell Is Horrible: Animals That Zookeepers Dread Looking After

Cuddling chimpanzees, feeding baby big cats, and getting up close and personal with some of the wildest creatures out there. It sounds like a dream job for many. But those who actually get to live it say there's a lot more to zookeeping than meets the eye.

They've described "demonic little missiles," "filthy little hissing monsters," and "smells that are not worth the cuteness" in a surprising thread that caught the attention of thousands of people, including us here at Bored Panda. The zookeepers were responding to someone asking them, "Which animal is way less fun to care for than most people would expect?" and some of the answers were wild.

We've compiled a list of the most interesting and unexpected responses for you to scroll through from the comfort of your clean, safe couch. We also explore the age-old question of whether zoos are good or bad for animals. You'll find that between the screenshots.

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