Get HIP. Join the Hand in Paw Kids Club!
The Hand in Paw Kids Club is for children ages 6-11, who love animals and want to create a better, more compassionate future for humans and animals alike. The club is a great opportunity for children to learn about proper animal care, safe handling, respect for both wild and domesticated animals, and more! The club promotes kindness, compassion and empathy for all animals and living creatures.
FUN EDUCATIONAL KIDS EVENTS
SUMMER CAMPS
FIELD TRIPS
HAND-ON ANIMAL INTERACTIONS
Kids events occur during the school year. Families can sign up for any event that sparks interest in their child. Events are either free or at a discounted fee for HIP members. Most events are held during the weekends or on Friday evenings. Additionally, during the summer and school breaks, HIP members will receive discounts for our numerous kid's camps.
Once signed up, each child will receive:
New Member packet and name badge
Biyearly calendar of events mailing
Email updates to stay informed on
upcoming HIP events and opportunitiesDiscounts on our school break and summer camps
Discounts on Birthday Paw-ties
Free members-only events and
discounts to many other kids eventsPrivate Facebook group
Activities include, but are not limited to:
Humane Heroes Academy
Humane Amigos Summer and School Break Camps
Behind-the-scenes shelter tours
Movie and a Cuddle
Paws and Pages Perks
Hand in Paw Learning Series
Special events about helping and caring for animals
Most programs include hands-on animal interactions!
Movie and a Cuddle with Bedtime Stories
Hey kids! Grab your pillow, put on your jammies and cozy up to a Pet VIP Therapy and Visitation Dogs during HSSA’s Movie and a Cuddle!
We'll start the night by reading bedtime stories to our shelter pets for restful sleep. Then, enjoy a kid-friendly movie while we serve up the pizza, plus we’ll have a craft and animal related game. Parents this is your opportunity for a date night, dinner with friends, or just getting some much needed R&R.
Movie and a Cuddle costs $35 per child aged 6-11 -or- $25 for Hand-in-Paw Kids Club Members.
Reservations must be made no later than two days before the event date.
For more information or questions, please contact Amy Faulk at afaulk@hssaz.org or call (520) 327-6088 ext. 171.
Paws & Pages
Add a punch card for the Paws & Pages Literacy Program to your Hand in Paw Membership! Hand in Paw Members have the added bonus of purchasing a 5 session punch card to our Paws & Pages Literacy Program. Plus, as a HIP member, your first visit to Paws & Pages is FREE! This program allows children the opportunity to improve their reading skills by reading to our shelter pets. More information can be found at www.HSSAZ.org/Read
H.I.P Animal Lovers T-shirts
Help your community AND look HIP at the same time!
Each purchase of this t-shirt goes towards creating a brighter and more compassionate community through the Hand in Paw Kid's Club. These shirts are available for a limited time in all sizes. Get yours before it's too late!
Check out our upcoming HIP events
Humane Heroes Academy: Saturday, September 11th, 18th, & 25th 10am to 12pm.
Humane Amigos Fall Break Camp: Monday, October 11th – Thursday, October 14th, 9am to 4pm daily.
Dia De Los Muertos Pet Celebration: Saturday, November 6th, Time TBA
December Movie & a Cuddle with Bedtime Stories: Friday, December 10th, 5pm to 9pm.
2021 Humane Amigos Winter Break Camp: Monday, December 20th – Thursday, December 23rd, 9am to 4pm daily.
JOINING IS EASY!
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Members are enrolled for one year from the date of payment. You will receive a membership packet from our Education Department upon first-time membership purchase.
For more information about Hand in Paw Kids Club memberships, contact Amy Faulk at 520-321-3704, ext. 171, or afaulk@hssaz.org
Thanks to our generous sponsors South West Gas FUEL for LIFE.
Scholarships and financial assistance available for all youth programs.
Please inquire by emailing afaulk@hssaz.org.