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Past Events › Humane Education
December 2024
Join us at our main El Paso Animal Services Center, 5001 Fred Wilson, for our free Shelter Helpers Workshop, open to ages 5 and up! It’ll be a morning filled with crafts, fun activities, furry friends and valuable lessons in pet care and animal welfare. Spaces are limited so tap HERE to RSVP today Bit.ly/EPAShumaneeducation Together, we’ll roll up our sleeves and get creative, making enriching toys and goodies for the pets in our care. But that’s not all! Our…
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Must RSVP your attendance by emailing EPASvolunteer@elpasotexas.gov Do you have a child or children ages 8 through 13 who enjoy reading and would love to give back to our shelter pets? Well, we have the perfect program for your family-our Kitty Reading Book Club! You and your child(ren) can begin your volunteer journey with EPAS by reading to our kitties! This program will help your child(ren) work on their reading skills and learn about cat body language and the importance of…
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Does your child dream of becoming a Vet? This is the perfect camp to make that a reality as we provide age-appropriate introduction to veterinary medicine. Campers will see just how exciting this path in veterinary science is and learn about physical exams doing stuffed animal check-ups, lessons on pet body language, illness, and more! This opportunity is for ages 9 through 12. Register below! REGISTER
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Does your child dream of becoming a Vet? This is the perfect camp to make that a reality as we provide age-appropriate introduction to veterinary medicine. Campers will see just how exciting this path in veterinary science is and will learn about physical exams doing stuffed animal check-ups, lessons on body language, illness, and more! This opportunity is for ages 6 through 8. Register below! REGISTER
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Join us for an exciting Wildlife Camp designed for youth, where participants will explore the wonders of nature and learn about local wildlife. Through hands-on activities, and engaging lessons campers will gain a deeper understanding of animals, ecosystems, and conservation efforts, all while having fun outdoors! This opportunity is for ages 6 through 11. Register below! REGISTER
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Join Clardy Fox Library and El Paso Animal Services staff to practice your reading skills at Cats at the Zoo (CATZ)! Get free kitty snuggles, meet new feline friends and get a free book per reader while supplies last! 🐘 El Paso Zoo at CATZ (Cats at the Zoo) - Next to the Grasslands Cafe 📍 4001 E. Paisano 📅 January 3 & 17 ⏰ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
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For ages 17 and up - Join us for a Community Cat House Workshop! Spaces are limited so tap the link to RSVP today Bit.ly/EPAShumaneeducation Open to all, this event will teach participants how to build cozy cat houses that will be donated to those caring for neighborhood cats. You’ll also learn about our Trap-Neuter-Return program and how to show kindness to our cat friends. Start the new year off with empathy and kindness. This event does count for community…
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Join us for a purr-fectly barktastic Doggy Story Time with the El Paso Public Libraries! 🐾 Immerse yourself in the world of literature as we dive into a captivating Humane Education Book. But the fun doesn't stop there! After the story, attendees of all ages can practice their reading skills and spend quality time with adorable and adoptable doggys, we'll even have a fun enrichment toy crafting session! 🎉 These events are open to all ages and parents are also…
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Does your teen love animals? Join us for a Teen Service Day: Dog Snuffle Mat Workshop! Participants will create snuffle mats for dogs being adopted this month, for their new family to take home and help with enrichment and decompression in their new homes. Spaces are limited so email EPASoutreach@ElPasoTexas.gov to RSVP today! This event does count for community service hours and is only open to 10 participants, ages 12-18. Your teen could also receive extra volunteer credit by bringing…
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🎉 Celebrate 110 Years of Community Service with UMC! 🎉 University Medical Center of El Paso is marking 110 years of serving our community, and El Paso Animal Services is proud to join the celebration! 📅 When: Saturday, January 11 ⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM 📍 Where: El Paso Convention Center, Downtown ✨ What to Expect: 🐾 Stop by our El Paso Animal Services Education Booth to learn about pet safety, resources, and ways you can make a…
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