Youth Camps

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Young Animal Lovers Welcome

Spend Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall Breaks with AHS’ Award-Winning Camps

It’s time to get up close and personal with pets! We are proud to offer a whole lineup of animal camps throughout the year for kids and teens ages 5-17 who are interested in learning more about animals and animal careers. Animal camps teach kids how to train and care for animals, be responsible pet guardians, align their choices with their values and make our community a safer and more compassionate place for all animals. Campers will have hands-on learning opportunities with a variety of animals.

The Arizona Humane Society’s national award-winning Summer Camp programs are the 2021 recipient of the American Camp Association’s National Eleanor P. Eells for Program Excellence Award!

Per CDC guidelines, masks are now optional for visitors entering AHS property. This policy is subject to change based on CDC recommendations. In the event of a policy change, all registrants will be updated via email.

Winter Camp Compassion Crew

Ages 9 – 12

Looking for a fun way to brush off the after-holiday daze? Join our Winter Camp Compassion Crew! During this exciting, flexible 3-day program (December 28th, 29th, and 30th), your young animal lover can give back to homeless pets through innovative behavioral enrichment projects like puzzle feeders, scent enrichment, and toy design. They’ll even get the chance to get hands-on with our very own animal teachers as they learn all about how their actions can impact animal lives.

During this program, 9 – 12 year olds will spend up to 3 days at our Nina Mason Pulliam South Mountain Campus, enriching the lives of pets awaiting adoption. Each day offers a different adventure; on day one we focus on our critters, day two on cats, and day three is spent making our dogs’ lives that much brighter; choose one or all three!

The camp costs just $50 per day. So, take advantage of this opportunity for your child to learn compassion for all animals while spreading some howl-i-day cheer. Register now!

  • Winter Break Camp: Compassion Crew – Day 1, Critters
    Location: 1521 W. Dobbins Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85041
    Ages: 9-12
    Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
    Date: 12.28.22
    Fee: $50

    Your child will spend up to 3 days at our South Mountain Campus enriching the lives of pets awaiting adoption. This creative Compassion Crew will team up to make a real impact on our shelter pets’ stay through innovative behavioral enrichment projects like puzzle feeders, scent enrichment, and toy design. They’ll even get the chance to get hands-on with our very own animal teachers as they learn all about how their actions can impact animal lives.

    $20.00 off when you register 2 people

  • Winter Break Camp: Compassion Crew – Day 2, Cats
    Location: 1521 W. Dobbins Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85041
    Ages: 9-12
    Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
    Date: 12.29.22
    Fee: $50

    Your child will spend up to 3 days at our South Mountain Campus enriching the lives of pets awaiting adoption. This creative Compassion Crew will team up to make a real impact on our shelter pets’ stay through innovative behavioral enrichment projects like puzzle feeders, scent enrichment, and toy design. They’ll even get the chance to get hands-on with our very own animal teachers as they learn all about how their actions can impact animal lives.

    $20.00 off when you register 2 people

  • Winter Break Camp: Compassion Crew – Day 3, Dogs
    Location: 1521 W. Dobbins Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85041
    Ages: 9-12
    Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
    Date: 12.30.22
    Fee: $50

    Your child will spend up to 3 days at our South Mountain Campus enriching the lives of pets awaiting adoption. This creative Compassion Crew will team up to make a real impact on our shelter pets’ stay through innovative behavioral enrichment projects like puzzle feeders, scent enrichment, and toy design. They’ll even get the chance to get hands-on with our very own animal teachers as they learn all about how their actions can impact animal lives.

    $20.00 off when you register 2 people

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Spring Break Camp

Ages 9 – 12

Trying to figure out how to keep your energetic kid entertained over Spring Break? The Arizona Humane Society’s Animal Doctors Spring Break Camp is the purr-fect plan. This STEAM early career-discovery program focuses on the science of veterinary medicine, animal behavior, and the joy of pets. Campers will enjoy hands-on interactions with our Animal Teachers and learn about animal anatomy and physiology.

Dates: Coming March 2023

Fall Break Camp

Ages 9 – 12

Instead of sitting around during fall break, get your kiddo involved at the Arizona Humane Society with our one-day Compassion Crew Youth Retreat! This special event is designed to engage kids ages 9 – 12 and nurture empathy for animals. They’ll spend the day crafting enrichment toys, learning about the animals in our care, and having hands-on experiences with our Animal Teachers. This event is eligible for service hours, too.

Dates: Coming October 2023

Summer Camp

Ages 5 – 17

It’s time to get up close and personal with pets! We are proud to offer a whole lineup of animal camps for kids and teens ages 5 -17 who are interested in learning more about animals and animal careers while having fun with pets. With a wide variety of exciting, STEAM-based, award-winning programs, we have something for every young pet lover and animal enthusiast!

Dates: Coming June 2023

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are AHS’ Summer Camp programs all about?

  • The Arizona Humane Society’s Summer Camps inspire compassion in the next generation of animal lovers through STEAM concepts and animal interactions. Whether your child is a future veterinarian, animal rescuer, wildlife rehabilitator, or advocate for living creatures, there is sure to be a program that is perfect for them.

  • Are scholarships available for campers?

  • Yes! We are excited to offer summer camp scholarships, thanks to generous donors and partners who have a passion for educating our community’s young animal lovers. Scholarships must be applied for at the link below. Letters of reference are required.

    Apply for a summer camp scholarship

  • Can I help support a camper who needs financial assistance?

  • Absolutely! Sending a young animal lover to AHS’ Summer Camp could be a dream come true for a future veterinarian or animal rescuer.

    Send a kid to camp by sponsoring a scholarship

  • How can I prepare my child for Summer Camp?

  • Please click the link below for the program you are interested in enrolling your child in for all of the details relating to that specific program, as well as the “housekeeping” items that are consistent for all AHS Summer Camp programs.

    Animal Ed-Ventures

    Junior EAMT Academy

    Pet Vets

    Advanced Pet Vets

    Wild Wonders

    Paws for a Cause

    Pawsitive Service Camp for Exceptional Teens

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