Humane Education

SPCA Humane Education programs teach compassion for all animals to children and the community at large.

Decades ago the National Parent Teacher Association of the United States proclaimed the value of humane education. The PTA publicly declared that humane education teaches the principles of justice, goodwill, and humanity toward all life.

As experts have recognized the link between child abuse, animal abuse and violence against people, the value of humane education in schools is greater than ever. Our programs teach children, including at-risk youth, the traits needed to be caring, thoughtful, and respectful citizens: responsibility, caring for one another, trustworthiness, knowledge, respect, and a positive attitude.

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FREE EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATIONS

For classrooms, home-school groups, youth groups, etc.

The Santa Cruz SPCA has an active humane education program that reaches thousands of K-5 students in Santa Cruz County each year. We currently offer six different interactive presentations that focus on the humane treatment of animals, both domestic and wild.

If you are a teacher and would like to request a classroom presentation, please fill out the online request form HERE.

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OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM

Humane education programs also play an important role in the adult community. SPCA outreach programs provide community members with resources to:

Assist in solving companion animal behavioral problems in order to prevent owner relinquishment

Provide the proper level of care for all types of companion animals

Understand the consequences of irresponsible behavior toward animals

Live with respect for and compassion towards the earth and all creatures

For more information please call 831-566-3753 or email: education@santacruzspca.org