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Fredericksburg SPCA - Compassionate Care Summer Camp

10819 Courthouse RdFredericksburg, VA 22408
Phone: 5408981500Email: education@fredspca.org

Compassionate Care Camp- Dog Week

Half-Day Sessions: $180, Full-Day Sessions: $270

Ages 6-9

Dates: June 1 - 5 from 9 am to noon

Looking for a fun and educational way to engage your animal-loving kids when they are out of school? The Fred SPCA’s Compassionate Care Camp offers a hands-on opportunity for children to learn about animals and become advocates for their well-being in the community. Campers will discover more about dogs and cats, explore animal-related career fields, learn how to provide daily care for pets, and enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the work we do at the Fredericksburg SPCA. With engaging discussions and interactive activities covering a wide range of animal welfare topics, this camp is the perfect summer experience for any young animal enthusiast. Dog Week – Learn about dog care, behavior, and communication through fun enrichment activities, games, and hands-on exercises. Group projects help adoptable dogs while building teamwork and confidence. Half-day and Full-day camp options available.


Compassionate Care Camp: Cat Week

Half-Day Sessions: $180, Full-Day Sessions: $270

Ages 6-9

Dates: June 8 - 12 from 9 am to noon

Looking for a fun and educational way to engage your animal-loving kids when they are out of school? The Fred SPCA’s Compassionate Care Camp offers a hands-on opportunity for children to learn about animals and become advocates for their well-being in the community. Campers will discover more about dogs and cats, explore animal-related career fields, learn how to provide daily care for pets, and enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the work we do at the Fredericksburg SPCA. With engaging discussions and interactive activities covering a wide range of animal welfare topics, this camp is the perfect summer experience for any young animal enthusiast. Cat Week – Explore feline behavior, body language, and enrichment through interactive lessons, crafts, and time with adoptable cats. Activities encourage compassion and problem-solving skills. Haalf-day and Full-day Camp options available.


Compassionate Care Camp: Kindness Counts Week

Half-Day Sessions: $180, Full-Day Sessions: $270

Ages: 6-9

Dates: June 15-19 from 9 am to noon

Looking for a fun and educational way to engage your animal-loving kids when they are out of school? The Fred SPCA’s Compassionate Care Camp offers a hands-on opportunity for children to learn about animals and become advocates for their well-being in the community. Campers will discover more about dogs and cats, explore animal-related career fields, learn how to provide daily care for pets, and enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the work we do at the Fredericksburg SPCA. With engaging discussions and interactive activities covering a wide range of animal welfare topics, this camp is the perfect summer experience for any young animal enthusiast. Kindness Counts Week – Continue the focus on empathy and compassion with interactive lessons, craft projects, and shelter pet engagement. Team games and hands-on activities show how small acts can make a big impact. Half-day and Full-day Camp options available.


Compassionate Care Camp: Shelter Roles Week, Ages 6-9

Half-Day Sessions: $180, Full-Day Sessions: $270

Dates:  June 22-26 from 9 am to noon

Looking for a fun and educational way to engage your animal-loving kids when they are out of school? The Fred SPCA’s Compassionate Care Camp offers a hands-on opportunity for children to learn about animals and become advocates for their well-being in the community. Campers will discover more about dogs and cats, explore animal-related career fields, learn how to provide daily care for pets, and enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the work we do at the Fredericksburg SPCA. With engaging discussions and interactive activities covering a wide range of animal welfare topics, this camp is the perfect summer experience for any young animal enthusiast. Shelter Roles Week – Step behind the scenes to learn about shelter jobs, from animal care to adoptions and community outreach. Campers participate in mock exercises, enrichment projects, and hands-on activities. Half-day and Full-day camp sessions available.