Kitsap Humane Society offers many educational opportunities.  Humane Education staff are happy to present one of our many educational programs to your group.  We can either go to your location or your group can come into the shelter and take a tour after the presentation.

For more information or to schedule a presentation please contact:

Liz Simmons
Volunteer and Humane Education Coordinator
(360) 692-6977 x 7119
volunteerdept@kitsap-humane.org

PET CARE

Sam’s Story, Pre-K to 2nd Grade

Through a felt board story about a homeless dog named Sam, students will learn what it takes to be a responsible pet owner, and what an animal shelter does.

Responsible Pet Care, 3rd - 5th grade

Students will learn responsibility and life skills as they identify basic needs of various pets, along with the reality of how much time and cost each type of animal requires.

Pet People, 6th - 8th grade

Students will learn the distinct needs of various species and breeds. They will also evaluate the role lifestyle, home, income and other factors play in responsibly choosing a pet.

BITE PREVENTION

Bruno Bites!, Pre-K - 2nd grade

Students will reduce fear of animals by learning why they bite and how to behave around strange animals. With Bruno, the puppet, students will learn to read dog and cat behavior in order to prevent bites.

Becoming Bite Free, 3rd - 6th grade

Understanding dog behavior is the best way to prevent dog bites. Students will learn which situations to avoid, what to do if threatened, and which steps to take if bitten.

OVERPOPULATION

Too Many Animals!, 5th - 8th grade

Students will learn about the services animal shelters provide and the #1 reason they exist: overpopulation. The problem will be discussed along with its possible solutions.

Overpopulation, 9th grade - adult

Adults will recognize the importance of spaying and neutering, by learning how overpopulation affects them, and how they, their pets and the community benefits from spaying and neutering.

OTHER TOPICS

Power of Compassion, 9th grade - adult

This class dispels myths and educates about animal shelters. Euthanasia is discussed, and the emphasis is that everyone is responsible for the problems animals face in the community. Note: video shows euthanasia - for mature audiences only.

Careers in Animal Welfare, 6th - 12th grade

Students will be introduced to the current careers in the animal welfare field. By identifying their own personal interests and values, students will discover their career options in this field.

Food Drive/Service Project, 5th grade - adult

Groups will create an awareness of the problems relating to animals in their community by organizing a food drive, or other service project. In this meeting, groups will set goals, develop an action plan, and identify ways to promote their project.

Disaster Preparedness, 9th grade-adult

Disasters such as an earthquake or house fire are difficult to foretell, therefore pet owners must be prepared. This session discusses the importance of a family and pet disaster plan, including a pet emergency kit and the need for permanent pet identification (the microchip).