BREMEN ZOO FIELD GUIDE
Face-to-Paw: A Private Otter Encounter and Five-Species Close-Up in Bremen
A private, 90-minute session at Paws and Claws Encounters that brings you face-to-paw with otters and four other species — this guide helps you plan what to wear, who can attend, and what to expect.
Face-to-Paw: A Private Otter Encounter and Five-Species Close-Up in Bremen.
At Paws and Claws Encounters in Bremen you meet five distinct animals in an intimate, staff-led session that centers on playful otters alongside a rotating cast — foxes, armadillos, kangaroos, kinkajous, lesser anteaters and more — selected for each group’s temperament to ensure safe, memorable interactions.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A private, five‑species session
Each private encounter presents five different species; staff determine before the session which animals are suited to the group’s size and temperament so interactions stay safe and engaging.
Playful otters — and they might leave you with paw prints
Otters are a focus of the experience and may engage in hands‑on activities like painting; the operator uses 100% non‑toxic, child- and pet‑friendly water‑soluble paint so guests should expect playful, messy moments.
Small, staff‑guided groups
Encounters are delivered in a limited, small‑group format with friendly staff guiding each interaction and tailoring animal selections to the group.
What the day feels like
What it feels like
Over roughly an hour and a half, staff welcome your small group, brief you on safety, and present five animals chosen for mood and suitability; the rhythm is deliberate — introduction, close‑up interaction, then gentle transitions to the next species — letting you study behavior, handle select animals, and even come away with a few otter‑made paint marks as a souvenir.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this experience suits — and who should make other plans.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Wear old clothes — otters enjoy painting and the operator uses 100% non‑toxic, child‑ and pet‑friendly, water‑soluble paint; expect possible marks on clothing.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Private: Otter Encounter?
The encounter lasts 90 minutes.
Where is the meeting point?
Meet at Paws and Claws Encounters in Bremen.
How many animals will be part of the session?
Each encounter features five different species, including otters.
Are children allowed to attend?
Children under 3 are not permitted; children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
What should I wear?
Old clothes are recommended because the otters may paint guests using 100% non‑toxic, water‑soluble paint.
How large can my group be?
The experience is offered to small groups (groups of 4 or less) with limited availability.