According to the Associated Humane Societies, the refuge is "a sanctuary for abandoned, injured, ill, exploited, abused or elderly wildlife, exotic and farm animals, and birds.

The name "Popcorn Park" was adopted due to the small fee visitors pay to the entrance which grants them entry.

Through the years, this non-profit organization has taken care of thousands of domestic and exotic animals thanks to the donations of individuals who want to contribute to the continued success of this refuge.

[4] Popcorn Park Animal Refuge has over 200 animals including Bengal tigers, Siberian tigers, African lions, cougars, American black bears, an Arabian camel from the Rough Point estate of Doris Duke, and numerous species of monkeys, (including four baboons) foxes, and white-tailed deer.

[7] Cymbals Eat Guitars, an American rock band, reference the attack on their 2014 track "2 Hip Soul".