Just for Kids

Summer Animal Camp

The SPCA’s week-long summer day camp offers children a unique mix of fun, exciting, and educational hands-on experiences. Animal Camp builds self-esteem and nurtures compassion.  Attending campers develop an understanding of the shelter environment and a respect for all animals.  Campers learn about animal-related jobs from professional guest speakers including SPCA Humane Investigators, Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation technicians, and animal care staff, to name a few!

Program activities include lessons in animal safety and handling, guided nature hikes on the SPCA grounds, fun creative activities and many visits with adoptable animals in the shelter and barn. Some other fun activities include SPCA Karaoke “Paw”-stars, Critter Crew Quiz and Trivia Show, and back by popular demand – “Dress As Your Favorite Animal” Day! 

• WHO: Children grades 3rd - 6th
• WHAT: ANIMAL CAMP 2013
• WHEN:
  Session 1: July 15-19, 2013 CAMP IS FULL
  Session 2: July 22-26, 2013 CAMP IS FULL
  Session 3: July 29-Aug 2, 2013 CAMP IS FULL
  Session 4: Aug 5-9, 2013 CAMP IS FULL
• HOURS: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

• WHERE: The SPCA for Monterey County Education Center
• WHY: To nurture a respect for all living things.
• HOW: Campers will participate in a wide variety of fun activities including arts, crafts, and educational games. Children will meet and learn first hand how to care for and have a better understanding of animals with our professional staff.
• COST: Sessions cost $250, including snacks.
• REGISTRATION: Please call 831-264-5404.

ABC's of the SPCA

What is The SPCA for Monterey County? What do they do? Do they only have dogs and cats? Is it true they have their own Animal Cops? All of these questions (and many, many more) will be answered during this awesomely fun camp! Campers will learn all about what makes The SPCA for Monterey County tick. Campers will get to know adorable adoptable animals, visit the Barn, The Wildlife Center, and hear all about animal-related jobs from professional guest speakers.

Please note that there are 2 sessions of ABC’s.  In an effort to make room for everyone, please register for only one session. 

• WHO: Children grades 1st & 2nd
• WHAT: The ABCs of The SPCA
• WHEN:
  Session One: June 24-27, 2013 CAMP IS FULL
  Session Two: July 8-11, 2013 CAMP IS FULL
• HOURS: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

• WHERE: The SPCA for Monterey County Education Center
• WHY: To learn all about how The SPCA for Monterey County helps animals in need!
• HOW: Campers will participate in a wide variety of fun animal-related activities including arts, crafts, and educational games that will incorporate music and movement. Children will safely meet adoptable animals and will learn first hand how the SPCA cares for all animals in need in our community.
• COST: Sessions cost $125, including snacks.
• REGISTRATION: Please call 831-264-5404.

Animal Camp During the School Year

By popular demand, The SPCA’s week-long summer day camp will now be offered during the school year!  Camp is a unique mix of fun, exciting, and educational hands-on experiences. Animal Camp builds self-esteem and nurtures compassion.  Attending campers develop an understanding of the shelter environment and a respect for all animals.  Campers learn about animal-related jobs from professional guest speakers including SPCA Humane Investigators, Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation technicians, and animal care staff, to name a few!

Program activities include lessons in animal safety and handling, hikes on the SPCA grounds, and many visits with adoptable animals in the shelter and barn. Fun activities include making “mash” for the horses (it’s like making a smoothie for them – they love it), animal trivia games, enrichments for the adoptable animals and back by popular demand – “Dress As Your Favorite Animal” Day!  Many more surprises await both returning and new campers.

• WHO: Kids in grades 3rd - 6th
• WHEN: Fall 2013, Winter 2013, and Spring 2014, dates to be announced
• HOURS: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

• WHERE: The SPCA for Monterey County Education Center
• WHY: To nurture a respect for all living things.
• HOW: Campers will participate in a wide variety of fun activities including arts, crafts, and educational games. Children will meet and learn first hand how to care for and have a better understanding of animals with our professional staff.
• COST: Sessions cost $250, including snacks and all activities.
• REGISTRATION: Please call 831-264-5404 or register online using the links above.

Parties, Tours, and Presentations

If you would like to schedule a presentation, tour, or interview, please call us at 831-373-2631 or 422-4721 or email us.

• School and Club Presentations
  SPCA experts are available to provide educational, entertaining, and engaging presentations to your class or group club! We can educate your group on a variety of topics from dog bite prevention to wildlife rescue and rehabilitation.
• SPCA Tours
  The SPCA offers tours of our facilities every day of the week. Come meet the animals and learn about how you can help make a difference. Tours are free to the public and must be arranged at least a week prior to your visit. School bus parking is available.
• Interviews for School Projects
  SPCA experts are available to be interviewed for school papers and presentations about animals. If you need help for anything related to animals, ask The SPCA!
• Scouting Group Education
  Does your scouting group want to learn about animals? Call The SPCA at 831-373-2631 or 422-4721 x269 for help!
• Website Resources
  The SPCA offers lots of information on our website about dog training, wildlife species, animal laws, and more! If you can't find what you're looking for, just email us for help!
• Dog and Puppy Training
  The SPCA offers training classes for dogs and puppies. Fun and education for the whole family, these classes help make your dog a better canine citizen and show you how to teach your dogs fun tricks to show off to your friends! Click here to learn more.

Birthday Parties

You can have your birthday party at The SPCA! Just have your parents call 831-373-2631 or email us for information.

School Presentations

SPCA experts are available to provide educational, entertaining, and engaging presentations to your class or community group. We can educate your group on a variety of topics from dog bite prevention to wildlife rescue and rehabilitation.

To schedule a presentation or for more information, please call The SPCA at (831) 373-2631 or 422-4721 ext.269 or email us.

Education

SPCA experts are available to provide educational, entertaining, and engaging presentations to your class or community group either at your facility or at The SPCA. We can educate your group on a variety of topics from dog bite prevention to wildlife rescue and rehabilitation.

The SPCA also offers tours of our facilities and education for scout groups to prepare them for animal-related badges. Tours are free to the public and must be arranged at least a week prior to your visit. School bus parking is available.

To schedule a presentation or tour or for more information, please call The SPCA at (831) 373-2631 or 422-4721 ext.269 or email us.

Dog Bite Prevention

To schedule a presentation on dog bite prevention or for more information, please call The SPCA at (831) 373-2631 or 422-4721 ext.269 or email us.