5001 Fred Wilson Ave, El Paso, TX 79906
Upcoming Events
July 2025
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 workshop isn’t…
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Calling all teens who love animals and want to give back! Are you in middle school or high school and need community service hours? Teen Service Day is your chance to roll up your sleeves and help us make a real impact on the lives of our shelter pets-all while earning community service hours. During this rewarding and interactive event, teens will take part in a variety of service activities and gain hands-on experience in a real shelter environment. Come…
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Join us for a special behind-the-scenes tour and educational experience at El Paso Animal Services. This workshop offers a hands-on look at the vital work our shelter does every day-and how YOU can make a difference. You’ll learn the basics of responsible pet care, get an introduction to animal body language, and see some of the amazing animals in our care. We’ll also explore the many ways our community can support shelters and rescues! Here’s what you can expect: Understanding…
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Come help walk or run shelter pups awaiting their forever homes with our partners Rescue Runners! NO SHORTS allowed; full length pants are required to participate. Parental supervision is required for those under 18. Event not suited for smaller children. 📍5001 Fred Wilson Sign up below: SIGN UP
Find out more »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 workshop isn’t…
Find out more »Bringing a pet and kids together safely starts with the right knowledge! Join us for the Fur & Family Safety Workshop, an engaging session for parents, guardians, and caregivers who want to create a safe and positive home for both their children and their furry family members! This workshop is for ages 18 and up. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Find out more »Bringing a pet and kids together safely starts with the right knowledge! Join us for the Fur & Family Safety Workshop, an engaging session for parents, guardians, and caregivers who want to create a safe and positive home for both their children and their furry family members! This workshop is for ages 18 and up. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
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Sat, June 21 | El Paso Animal Services Center | 5001 Fred Wilson ***IMPORTANT MESSAGE*** THIS IS A FULL DAY EVENT ~ PICKUP AT 8AM SHARP ~ RETURN AT 2PM Each pup is assigned and we do not want anyone getting left behind. Please check your calendars with work, family, and other social engagements to make sure you can commit, before completing the registration. Sign up below: SIGN UP
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Ready to make a pawsitive impact? We have in-person volunteer orientations every month so you can get started on your animal-loving, volunteer journey! RSVP by emailing EPASvolunteer@ElPasoTexas.gov today! Our volunteer opportunities are as diverse as our furry residents, from providing care to shelter pets, participating in events, data entry, customer service and more. It’s also a great way to gain hands-on experience in the world of animal welfare! Here’s what you need to know Ages 8-13: Can volunteer in our Kitty…
Find out more »Join us for a special behind-the-scenes tour and educational experience at El Paso Animal Services. This workshop offers a hands-on look at the vital work our shelter does every day-and how YOU can make a difference. You’ll learn the basics of responsible pet care, get an introduction to animal body language, and see some of the amazing animals in our care. We’ll also explore the many ways our community can support shelters and rescues! Here’s what you can expect: Understanding…
Find out more »Come help walk or run shelter pups awaiting their forever homes with our partners Rescue Runners! NO SHORTS allowed; full length pants are required to participate. Parental supervision is required for those under 18. Event not suited for smaller children. 📍5001 Fred Wilson Sign up below: SIGN UP
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Calling all young animal lovers—our Wild for Animals camp is here to spark curiosity, compassion, and a deeper connection with the animal kingdom in this week-long camp! July 29 through August 1 | 10am – 2pm Get ready for a wild week of discovery! Our new program Wild for Animals is a dynamic week-long camp where youth will explore the incredible interconnectedness between humans and animals-wild, domestic, and farmed. Through interactive lessons, games, crafts and guest presentations, campers will learn how animals…
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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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