According to Dr. Sheryl Pipe at the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), "People who are more compassionate, more considerate to animals and respectful of their needs are the people who are more compassionate and more respectful toward other people."
Animal Care and Protective Services humane-presentations are scheduled for High-School and Adult Groups. The goal of our education presentations is teach the public empathy by instilling respect and responsibility for animals and their environment.
Our Pet Education Program is available free of charge. Please allow a 2-week notice for scheduling us to come speak; we offer presentations on Thursdays.
The City of Jacksonville is overpopulated with stray, unwanted dogs and cats.
To reduce this problem, we need to teach people the importance of pet owner responsibility.
Taking care of our pets and spaying and neutering them is a must!
Helpful Links
Educate yourself before buying a pet! (First Coast News video)
What is a "Puppy Mill?" (First Coast News video)
Schedule a Pet Education Presentation
Please e-mail the education coordinator to schedule a Pet Education presentation for your class or group!
Projects for Pets
If you're looking for ways to help take care of animals or help Animal Care and Protective Services take care of animals, please check out our Projects for Pets suggestions.
Pet Safety Video
Hey Kids!
Have fun coloring and learning about a family that decides to adopt a new pet!
What kind of pet do you think they'll get? What kind would YOU like? We probably have just what you're looking for!
Open and print a FREE coloring book. (PDF 3Mb)