Humane Education

A.D.O.P.T.’s Humane Education program offers children of all ages the opportunity for hands on experiences to learn about our shelter, the animals we help and the important issues in animal welfare today.

The purpose of our Humane Education program is to provide a variety of unique learning experiences that support the bond between people and animals by nurturing knowledge, compassion and respect toward all living things.

Shelter Tours

Shelter tours are a great way to learn more about the role of A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter in your community.

Tours offer a perfect learning experience for scout groups, youth groups and school classes. Each tour is an hour in length and consists of:

• An interactive educational discussion with a focus on:
  • What it means to be humane
  • An introduction to the A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter
  • How to be a responsible pet owner
  • Pet overpopulation and the importance of spay and neuter
  • How kids can help the animals in their community
• A behind the scenes tour of the A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter
• An opportunity to meet some of our amazing animals and learn their stories

Tours can be scheduled Monday through Friday and are by appointment. Discussion topics can be customized to fit your needs. For more information email Bill at bill@adoptpetshelter.org.

School Presentations

A.D.O.P.T. offers a variety of educational presentations to our local schools throughout the year. We are happy to arrange a time to come to your school and give a presentation tailored to suit your specific needs. Educating today's youth on the importance of proper animal care is our goal, and we look forward to providing the students with an enlightening, interactive experience!

To schedule a school visit or if you have any questions, please call 630-355-2299 or email Bill at bill@adoptpetshelter.org.

Service Group Presentations

In addition to school presentations, A.D.O.P.T. gladly offers informative presentations to any interested service group. We can provide a general animal welfare presentation or tailor it to cover specific topics of interest.

To schedule a service group presentation or if you have any questions, please call 630-355-2299 or email Bill at bill@adoptpetshelter.org.

Please note - Our tours or presentations are provided free of charge. If possible, donations are always appreciated!