Camps for Kids

Fun & Educational Camps for the Next Generation of Pet Guardians!

Let your child learn about pet guardianship while having fun! In 2010, the Kentucky Humane Society will host its 23rd year of summer camp with some new twists.

The ever-popular Animal Adventure Camp, offered 8 weeks June through August, will include new activities for children ages 6 to 12. This camp is offered at our Main Campus, as well as our new East Campus location in Lyndon. Canine Companion Camp, for children 8 to 12, allows participants to bring their dog to camp with them. Designed for young people ages 12 to 16, Animal Advocate Camp camp allows participants to become more involved with our shelter, while learning about animal-related careers and issues.

KHS also now offers a Spring Break Camp for kids -- a fun & educational opportunity for any young animal lover! 

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Animal Adventure Camp

Animal Adventure Camp allows campers, age 6 to 12, to have fun while expanding their animal care knowledge by:

• Learning how to care for dogs and cats by bathing and playing with adoptable animals
• Participating in educational, animal-related games and activities
• Learning how to safely handle companion animals
• Meeting new friends -- two-legged and four-legged!
• Learning about responsible pet guardianship

What's more, Animal Adventure Campers will enhance their learning through arts and crafts, guest speakers, educational videos and skits. Children will build a sense of kindness, respect and responsibility for animals and life!

CAMP DATES
Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Ages 6-12
Weeklong Camp: $175

Children are grouped according to age. Extended care and Pizza Friday options also are available.

Canine Companion Camp

• Training
• Grooming
• Bite Prevention
• Pet Massage and more!

*Please note that dogs must be undergo an evaluation with our behavior staff prior to the first day of camp. Dogs with previous training will be given preference. This is to ensure that the dog will be appropriate for the camp environment. Dates for evaluations to be scheduled at a later date.

CAMP DATES
Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Fern Creek Pet Resort 
Ages 8-12
Weeklong camp: $200

Pizza Friday option available.

Animal Advocate Camp

Animal Advocate Camp is designed for young people ages 12-16, who have a passion for companion animals and want more hands-on experience with the shelter.  Along with being assigned a shelter animal to promote and care for, participants will...

• Take a behind-the scenes tour of the shelter
• Become familiar with animal issues such as dogfighting and puppymills
• Learn how to become an animal advocate
• Watch our vets perform a surgery
• Experience presentations on animal-related careers and more!

CAMP DATES
Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
KHS Main Campus
Ages 12-16
Weeklong Camp: $200

Extended care and Pizza Friday options also are available.

Sample Day at Animal Adventure Camp

Tuesday: Dog Day
Craft 1: Bandanas
Craft 2: Dog Treats
Activity 1: Dog Care

Morning
8-9 a.m.: Extended care hours
9-9:30 a.m.: Camper Bingo!
9:30-10 a.m.: Speaker on Agility
10-10:30 a.m.: Craft 1
10:30-10:45 a.m.: Puppy Room
10:45-11 a.m.: Cat Room
11-11:30 a.m.: Speaker on Animal Rescue

Lunch & Recess
11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m.: Lunch with Video and Bathroom Break
12:45-1:15 p.m.: Recess

Afternoon
1:15-1:55 p.m.: Craft 2
1:55-2:35 p.m.: Activity 1
2:35-3:15 p.m.: Cat/Puppy
3:15-3:50 p.m.: Dog Baths
3:50-4:00 p.m.: Trivia questions from the day's lessons and speakers
4:00-5:00 p.m.: Extended care hours

Spring Break Camp for Kids!