EDUCATION & YOUTH
Youth Clubs
Animal Apprentices (ages 7-9)
Our Animal Apprentices will:
- Learn about the humane treatment of all animals
- Learn about the needs of all domestic animals in the shelter
- Learn about wild animals and their habitats
- Be able to identify body language signs for dogs, cats, bunnies, and more
- Understand how to respond to different body languages of animals
- Learn ways to be a pet’s best friend and how to properly play with companion animals
- Learn about animal habitats and pet care
- Create fun and engaging animal crafts
- Experience special animal visits to help develop skills and knowledge about the animals at Calgary Humane Society
Next club dates:
Thursdays from 5pm – 7pm
Starting January 16
The goal of the Animal Apprentices Club is to learn as much as possible about all animals while enjoying fun experiences at the shelter. The more we know about animals, their needs and behaviours, the better we are able to be their friends!
Animal Allies (ages 10-12)
Our Animal ALLIES will:
- Build upon their sense of social responsibility to animals, people, and the environment
- Begin to form a deeper understanding of proper animal care, body language and enrichment
- Understand what laws exist to protect animals and how these laws are enforced
- Recognize the importance of native flora and fauna in the environment and how these species are important to a stable ecosystem
- Actively participate in support tasks around Calgary Humane Society to make a difference in the lives of the animals in our care
- Become Calgary Humane Society Champions by developing their understanding of philanthropy and the importance of fundraising in non-profit work
Next club dates:
Wednesdays from 5pm – 7pm
Starting January 15
Animal Allies Club provides youth with the opportunity to begin building leadership skills and continue learning about all of the animals that share their world with us.
Animal Advocates (ages 13-16)
Our Animal ADVOCATEs will:
- Build upon their sense of social responsibility to animals, people, and the environment
- Refresh their knowledge of proper animal care, body language, and enrichment
- Understand available volunteer opportunities in animal welfare
- Actively participate in support tasks around Calgary Humane Society to make a difference in the lives of the animals in our care
- Be exposed to different career opportunities that involve working with or around animals
- Become Calgary Humane Society Champions by developing their understanding of philanthropy and the importance of fundraising in non-profit work
Next club dates:
Tuesdays from 5pm – 7pm
Starting January 14
Animal Advocates Club provides youth with the positive experience of active involvement in our shelter through interactions with animals, structured volunteer shadowing opportunities, and inspiring guest speakers.
