Savvy kids and their parents have learned how important it is to sign up early for the Humane Society's summer educational programs. These 3-hour classes held during June and July are popular summer activities for animal-loving children.
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Space is limited and reservations are provided on a first-come-first-served basis. So, early registration is advised!
"This summer we are offering 15 classroom sessions spread over three weeks," states Janet Winikoff, the Shelter's Director of Education. "The classes range from Veterinary Basics to Pet First Aid and CPR. To accommodate more children, some of the sessions will be repeated during subsequent weeks.
"I encourage everyone to check their calendars and sign up now. It's the way to be certain that your 'budding veterinarian' is included in these fun, informative hands-on experiences," explains Winikoff.
For your reference, we've included a schedule of the Summer 2012 Children's Classes, complete with explanations of the activities planned for that class session and the registration fees.
Does your child dream of becoming a veterinarian? If so, this class provides the perfect introduction to working with animals in a shelter setting. Students ages 8-11 get a feel for how to perform a basic exam, work with a microscope, weigh animals and monitor behavior. Students are also introduced to the issue of pet overpopulation, learn the importance of spaying and neutering and work together in teams to perform a mock spay surgeries on a stuffed animals. Attendees receive training materials and a disposable stethoscope. Advance registration required. $20. Call (772) 388-3331 ext. 18 to register by phone.
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Dog Care Basics ($20)
Does your child LOVE dogs? This class offers students ages 8-11 the chance to learn about dog breeds, dog behavior, basic dog health, dog training basics and most importantly safety around dogs. The day concludes with a dog-related craft your child can take home. Advanced registration required. $20. Call (772) 388-3331 ext. 18 to register by phone.
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Cat Care Basics ($20)
If your child is a feline fanatic then he or she will enjoy getting to interact with our shelter's cats! Students ages 8-11 will learn about cat breeds, cat care, cat behavior, handling a cat safely and how to give a cat a basic health examination. The program concludes with a cat-related craft for each child to take home. Advance registration required. $20. Call (772) 388-3331 ext. 18 to register by phone.
Thursday, June 21, 2012
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Pet Photography ($20)
Lots of children love pets and photography so we decided to combine the two! Attendees ages 8-11 receive basic photography instruction and then we're off to photograph the shelter's animals! The program concludes with each student decorating a photo frame they can take home. Students must provide their own digital camera and back-up batteries. Advanced registration required. $20. Call (772) 388-3331 ext. 18 to register by phone.
The Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River County's Junior Humane Officer program offers is designed for students ages 8-11 who want to learn more about how to determine if an animal may need help. The class covers responsible animal care and safety, community laws and how to use animal welfare principals known as The Five Freedoms as a guideline for recognizing when an animal needs help. Students are issued a Junior Humane Officer tag upon completion of the course. Advance registration required. $20. Call (772) 388-3331 ext. 18 to register by phone.
Does your child dream of becoming a veterinarian? If so, this class provides the perfect introduction to working with animals in a shelter setting. Students ages 8-11 get a feel for how to perform a basic exam, work with a microscope, weigh animals and monitor behavior. Students are also introduced to the issue of pet overpopulation, learn the importance of spaying and neutering and work together in teams to perform a mock spay surgeries on a stuffed animals. Attendees receive training materials and a disposable stethoscope. Advance registration required. $20. Call (772) 388-3331 ext. 18 to register by phone.
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Pet First Aid and CPR ($20)
Children interested in helping animals and animal care will learn the basics in Pet First Aid and CPR. Using mannequins and fun activities, this three-hour program reviews how to check and animal's health, what to do in an emergency and how to prevent pets from encountering dangerous situations. $20. Students receive a pet first aid manual to take home. Registration in advance is required and can be done by phone by calling (772) 388-3331 ext. 18.
The Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River County's Junior Humane Officer program offers is designed for students ages 8-11 who want to learn more about how to determine if an animal may need help. The class covers responsible animal care and safety, community laws and how to use animal welfare principals known as The Five Freedoms as a guideline for recognizing when an animal needs help. Students are issued a Junior Humane Officer tag upon completion of the course. Advance registration required. Call (772) 388-3331 ext. 18 to register by phone.
Thursday, June 28, 2012
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Cat Care Basics ($20)
If your child is a feline fanatic then he or she will enjoy getting to interact with our shelter's cats! Students ages 8-11 will learn about cat breeds, cat care, cat behavior, handling a cat safely and how to give a cat a basic health examination. The program concludes with a cat-related craft for each child to take home. Advance registration required. $20. Call (772) 388-3331 ext. 18 to register by phone.
Friday, June 29, 2012
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Pet Photography ($20)
Lots of children love pets and photography so we decided to combine the two! Attendees ages 8-11 receive basic photography instruction and then we're off to photograph the shelter's animals! The program concludes with each student decorating a photo frame they can take home. Students must provide their own digital camera and back-up batteries. Advanced registration required. $20. Call (772) 388-3331 ext. 18 to register by phone.
Does your child dream of becoming a veterinarian? If so, this class provides the perfect introduction to working with animals in a shelter setting. Students ages 8-11 get a feel for how to perform a basic exam, work with a microscope, weigh animals and monitor behavior. Students are also introduced to the issue of pet overpopulation, learn the importance of spaying and neutering and work together in teams to perform a mock spay surgeries on a stuffed animals. Attendees receive training materials and a disposable stethoscope. Advance registration required. $20. Call (772) 388-3331 ext. 18 to register by phone.
The Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River County's Junior Humane Officer program offers is designed for students ages 8-11 who want to learn more about how to determine if an animal may need help. The class covers responsible animal care and safety, community laws and how to use animal welfare principals known as The Five Freedoms as a guideline for recognizing when an animal needs help. Students are issued a Junior Humane Officer tag upon completion of the course. Advance registration required. Call (772) 388-3331 ext. 18 to register by phone.
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Dog Care Basics ($20)
Does your child LOVE dogs? This class offers students ages 8-11 the chance to learn about dog breeds, dog behavior, basic dog health, dog training basics and most importantly safety around dogs. The day concludes with a dog-related craft your child can take home. Advanced registration required. $20. Call (772) 388-3331 ext. 18 to register by phone.
Thursday, July 12, 2012
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Cat Care Basics ($20)
If your child is a feline fanatic then he or she will enjoy getting to interact with our shelter's cats! Students ages 8-11 will learn about cat breeds, cat care, cat behavior, handling a cat safely and how to give a cat a basic health examination. The program concludes with a cat-related craft for each child to take home. Advance registration required. $20. Call (772) 388-3331 ext. 18 to register by phone.
Friday, July 13, 2012
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Pet Photography ($20)
Lots of children love pets and photography so we decided to combine the two! Attendees ages 8-11 receive basic photography instruction and then we're off to photograph the shelter's animals! The program concludes with each student decorating a photo frame they can take home. Students must provide their own digital camera and back-up batteries. Advanced registration required. $20. Call (772) 388-3331 ext. 18 to register by phone.
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Savvy kids and their parents have learned how important it is to sign up early for the Humane Society's summer educational programs. These 3-hour classes held during June and July are popular summer activities for animal-loving children. 
"The classes range from Veterinary Basics to Pet First Aid and CPR. To accommodate more children, some of the sessions will be repeated during subsequent weeks.
