Making the world kinder with kids

Research shows children who are taught kindness towards animals tend to mature into caring, responsible adults. Our humane education programs nurture the human/animal bond. (And they’re fun!)

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PETS & PAJAMAS

Spend a Friday evening after hours at HSHV! For ages 6-11.

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TEEN MEWVIE NIGHT

Enjoy a flick while snuggling with the felines!

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SCOUT PROGRAM

Complete that animal badge by bringing your scout group to HSHV!

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SHELTER TOURS

Explore the shelter with our humane education guide.

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CATS & KIDS

Cuddle with kitties while playing games, crafting and more! For ages 5-11.

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JUNIOR VOLUNTEERS

Learn how to work with and help animals! For ages 12-17.

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FUNDRAISING

Want to help the animals? Here are some great fundraising ideas.

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BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Celebrate your child's (or your!) birthday with us.

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TODDLER TIMES

Toddler time at HSHV! Plus a special version for differently-abled youth.

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RESCUE READING

Practice your reading skills while helping animals at the shelter

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CAMP PAWS

Enjoy day or week-long camps at HSHV and Tiny Lions. For ages 4-17.

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P.A.C.K.

People and Animals Connecting Through Kindness connects youth ages 12-14 in a supportive environment

Humane Education Calendar

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Rescue Reading

Rescue Reading
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Looking for a fun way to have your children practice their reading skills? Join us for HSHV’s Rescue Reading! This program includes time reading to our adoptable animals, a group read-aloud and humane education lesson, and a dog meet-and-greet! This is a drop-off event designed for ages 6-11. For children under , ...
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Cats & Kids

Cats & Kids
7:15 pm - 8:45 pm
Kids and cats: a purrfect pairing! Cats and Kids is a program specifically made for youth ages 6-11 to spend some time with the adoptable cats and kittens at Tiny Lions Lounge and Adoption Center.  Participants will enjoy engaging in arts/crafts, games and other fun activities all while in the company of feline friends , ...
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Little Paws Toddler Time

Little Paws Toddler Time
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Do you have a young child who loves animals? Then, bring your little ones to HSHV to have a paws-itively fun time! Designed for ages 2-5, Little Paws Toddler Time will keep your tot engaged through stories, crafts, finger plays and animal interactions! Each program will include age appropriate stories, a craft, a tour , ...
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Have questions about a humane education program? Email humaneed@hshv.org.

Humane Education Newsletter

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These Kind Kids

…are making a difference! Click their pictures, and get inspired!