Compassionate Care Camp – Fall 2026 through Summer 2027

Compassionate Care Camp inspires children to learn about animals, empathy, and responsible care through fun, hands-on activities and safe, supervised animal interactions. Camps are designed for ages 6–9 and ages 10–12, with activities tailored to each age group.

HOW TO APPLY DISCOUNTS

After selecting your camp and entering your contact and camper information, click the ‘Summary’ button to proceed to the summary page. On that page, just below the summary description and above the box with your completed information, there is a small pink button that says “Click here to enter discount code.” You’ll enter your code there. It’s not very large, so if you’re unable to find it, please reach out before registering and we’ll gladly send you a screenshot to assist.

• Military, First Responders & Teachers: Use code RESPONDER for 10% off

• Multiple Kids: Use code MULTI for 15% off

• Repeat Campers: Use code REPEAT for 10% off

We believe every child should have the chance to experience camp. Financial assistance and discounted rates may be available—please reach out to [email protected]

Spring Camps

Ages 6–9

March 22–26: Spring Into Shelter Life Week

Summer Camps

Ages 6–9

May 31–June 4: Dog Week

June 7–12: Cat Week

June 14–18: Shelter Jobs Week

June 21–25: Misunderstood Creatures

June 28–July 2: Cat & Dog Week Combined

Ages 10–12

July 5–9: Dog Week

July 12–16: Cat Week

July 19–23: Shelter Jobs Week

July 26–30: Misunderstood Creatures

August 2–6: Cat & Dog Week Combined

Spring and Summer Camps (all camps include cat and dog time as available)

Spring Camp 

Spring Into Shelter Life – Get a taste of everything the shelter has to offer, with a different focus each day: dogs, cats, small critters, and shelter jobs. Campers explore animal care through games, crafts, and enrichment projects, and the week wraps up with a Friday celebration.

Summer Camps

Dog Week – Learn about dog care, behavior, and communication through fun enrichment activities, games, and hands-on exercises. Group projects help adoptable dogs while building teamwork and confidence.

Cat Week – Explore feline behavior, body language, and enrichment through interactive lessons, crafts, and time with adoptable cats. Activities encourage compassion and problem-solving skills.

Shelter Jobs Week – Step behind the scenes to learn about shelter jobs, from animal care to adoptions and community outreach. Campers participate in mock exercises, enrichment projects, and hands-on activities.

Misunderstood Creatures Week – Meet snakes, spiders, fish, and other animals that are often feared or overlooked. Campers bust common myths, learn why every creature matters, and become advocates by creating posters and projects that speak up for animals in need.

Cat & Dog Week Combined – Bring together everything about cats and dogs in one action-packed week. Campers compare how each species communicates, plays, and learns, and they make enrichment projects to help adoptable pets find their homes.

Compassionate Care Camp Cancellation and Refund Policy: Due to the nature of the program and the limited number of spaces available, the Fredericksburg SPCA is unable to offer refunds for camp cancellations. We understand that unexpected situations can arise, and while refunds are not available, we are happy to work with families to transfer a registration to another available day/week whenever possible. For questions or to request a transfer, please contact [email protected].