Let’s inspire the next generation of animal lovers! We’re welcoming students ages 8 – 14 years old to Camp Joybound!
This award-winning, weeklong camp at Joybound’s Walnut Creek headquarters introduces students to the worlds of veterinary medicine and animal care, providing hands-on experience with dogs and cats in a fun and instructive environment.
Throughout the week, your child will learn alongside, shadow, and engage in hands-on care with our clinic, animal care, training, and adoption experts. It’s perfect for students with a passion for animal care and wellness, life sciences, and medicine.
Campers will:
- Meet veterinarians and animal care experts to learn about their backgrounds, career pathways, and ask questions about their work
- See how surgery takes place and how to provide the best care for dog and cat wellbeing
- Learn techniques for dog and cat training, safety, and animal guardianship education
- And much more!
Camp Details
Date Range
Monday, June 22 @ 9:00 AM – Friday, June 26 @ 2:00 PM
Cost
Camp Joybound’s fees are $500 per camper.
Age Range
Camp Joybound is open to children ages 8 – 14.
Location
Contact
Do you have questions about Camp Joybound? Please email [email protected].
Camp Joybound FAQs
What happens during Camp Joybound?
Camp Joybound is a veterinary medicine, animal care, and behavior training camp. Campers learn how animals are cared for in a shelter environment, basic training skills, and an introduction to veterinary services. There are a variety of sessions throughout each day led by Joybound staff plus lunch and snack breaks.
Will my child interact with animals?
Yes, following safety and care instructions. Throughout sessions, dogs and cats will be introduced to campers for both skills learning and animal socialization. This is based on camper and animal safety and well-being, as well as availability. Any camper who interacts inappropriately with Joybound animals will be removed from the situation immediately, and parent/guardian contacted.
Does my child have to view clinic surgery?
No, campers are not required to view clinic surgery – it is always optional. Camp Joybound includes information, photos, and live viewing of animal surgery. We welcome students to try the experience. There are alternate activities for students not wishing to view clinic surgery.
What age range does Camp Joybound accept?
Most Camp Joybound sessions are for ages 8-14 years old. Please see each session for specific age range. For any questions or requests, please contact [email protected].
What should campers bring to Camp Joybound?
Campers are encouraged to bring:
- A water bottle
- Daily lunch and snacks (we will also have emergency snacks)
- Any necessary medications
- Appropriate attire for camp: long pants, short sleeve shirts, closed-toe shoes
- Hat, sunglasses, extra sunscreen
- Mobile devices/watches are okay to bring and keep in backpack so long as they are not distracting birthday parties to animal-themed camps, we have a wide variety of programs to help nurture the next generation of animal-lovers.
Upcoming Youth Events / Sessions
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