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Join the Animal Allies Academy, an engaging program designed for kids ages 6-9 & 10-12 who are eager to learn about life at an animal shelter! Kids enrolled in the Animal Allies Academy will meet on various weekend days from 10:00am-2:00pm. This program will be held at the Fredericksburg SPCA, where your child will get one-on-one interaction with animals! Participants will discover the importance of animal care, shelter etiquette, and responsible pet ownership through hands-on experiences and interactive activities.
Please be sure to confirm the age group you are registering for and that your child falls within that range.
Discount Available: • Repeat Participants: Use code REPEAT for 5% off
Kids will explore shelter life, learn animal etiquette, engage in hands-on care, and enjoy fun activities while developing compassion and responsibility!
Academy Schedule:
Ages 6-9:
August: Aug 29th ($30)
September: Sept 12th ($30)
October: Oct 3rd and 31st ($30)
November: November 21st ($30)
Ages 10-12:
September: Sept 5th and 19th ($30)
October: Oct 10th and 24th ($30)
November: November 14th ($30)
Monthly Themes:
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August: Back To School
School is back in session! Learn how pets learn through training, routines, and enrichment while discovering what it takes to be a responsible pet owner. -
September: Animals At Work
From service dogs to search-and-rescue teams, animals help people in amazing ways. Explore the important jobs animals do and the skills that make them successful. -
October: Myths & Misunderstood Animals
Just in time for Halloween, we'll separate fact from fiction about animals like black cats, bats, and snakes while learning how to be advocates for all animals. -
November: Giving Thanks For Animals
Celebrate the special bond between people and pets. We'll explore how animals enrich our lives and find ways to give back to shelter pets in need.