Let’s inspire the next generation of animal lovers at Camp Joybound! This award-winning youth 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.
“My kids loved their time [at Camp Joybound]. They came home with a whole new level of appreciation for our pets!”
– Carol, Joybound supporter
Award-Winning Camps for Kids
Throughout the week, camper 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. This includes:
- Meeting veterinarians and animal care experts to learn about their backgrounds, career pathways, and ask questions about their work
- Seeing how surgery takes place and how to provide the best care for dog and cat wellbeing
- Learning techniques for dog and cat training, safety, and animal guardianship education
- And much more!
Upcoming Camps
We offer seasonal camps during Spring break and through the Summer, in addition to occasional one-offs at various dates throughout the year. Our upcoming Camp Joybound sessions are:
Ages
Depending on the camp, sessions at Camp Joybound can be open to children ages 9 – 14 or ages 8 – 15. If you have a camper just outside that age range who would like to attend, please contact our team.
Timing
A day at Camp Joybound generally begins at 9 AM and lasts until 2 PM.
Price
Camp Joybound’s fees range from $500 – $300 per camper depending on the length of the week at camp.
Register for Camp Joybound Today!
Questions?
Contact Us
Need more information about Camp Joybound? Please email [email protected].
Camp Joybound FAQs
We are working on our Camp Joybound FAQs and they should be available soon!
Other Youth Programs
Birthday Parties
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Teen Volunteering
Volunteering helps teens grow as individuals and stand out on college and scholarship applications by showing initiative, dedication, and a commitment to social good.
Family-Friendly Events
From game nights to animal-themed movie viewings, we have a wide variety of fun and educational activities for kids and families.
Therapy Animal Visits
Our Pet Hug Pack® therapy animals visit hospitals, schools, colleges, and beyond, spreading the unique joy that only a pet can give.
