Kids & Teens

Humane education is defined as the teaching of the principles of justice, goodwill and humanity toward all life.

More than 13,000 youths benefit annually from our programs. Through school presentations, shelter tours, our popular day camps and our Junior Volunteer Clubs, they learn lessons in compassion, respect and responsibility—values that make a better world for animals and people. 

You’ll find a description of each offering on the left side of your screen. 

Spring One-Day Camps

Crafts Camp (March 27) (FULL)

For third – fifth graders
Learning through making crafts has never been more fun! Come discover cool facts about pet body language, responsible pet care and animal welfare while creating artistic artifacts to take home and to share with the pets in our shelter. You can even meet an ambassador cat and dog!

Cat Camp (March 28) (FULL)

For third – fifth graders
Who says cats can’t be trained? Come see it to believe it — and try it yourself! This one-day camp is designed for children who love cats, as well as for those who secretly want to learn about them. As a cat ethologist, you will investigate cat behavior, socialize with cats, make crafts for our feline friends, learn about cat domestication and much more. If this sounds like a purr-fect day for you, pounce on this opportunity and sign up for this class!

Careers Camp (FULL)

For sixth – eighth graders
Do you think you have to be a veterinarian to work with animals? If so, think again! Come discover the different ways to have fun working with animals while making their world a better place. During this exciting one-day camp, you will shadow an adoption counselor, meet a groomer and learn about pet health care. But that’s not all! You’ll also train dogs, cats —and even rats! 

Summer Camps (all sessions are full)

Critter Camps

Send your third, fourth and fifth grade kids to our Quebec Street shelter for a howling good time. From pets to local wildlife, we’ll cover it all! Your child will learn how to be safe around animals and work with a variety of shelter animals. Experienced and enthusiastic staff, guest speakers and some cuddly critters will give your child a week of learning through activities, games and crafts. 

QUEBEC STREET SHELTER, DENVER

Session 1: June 4–8 (this session is full)

Session 2: June 11–15 (this session is full)

Session 3: June 18–22 (this session is full)

Session 4: June 25–29 (this session is full)

Session 5: July 30–August 3 (this session is full)

Session 6: August 6–10 (this session is full)

Session 7: August 13–17 (this session is full)

Critter Careers Camp

Kids entering sixth, seventh and eighth grades can come to our Quebec Street shelter in Denver or Buddy Center in Castle Rock to explore careers in animal welfare.

QUEBEC STREET SHELTER, DENVER

Session A: July 9–12 (this session is full)

Session B: July 16–19 (this session is full)

BUDDY CENTER, CASTLE ROCK

Session C: July 23–26 (this session is full)