Compassion Unleashed Critter Camp
Every summer we offer fun and educational week-long day camps for children between the ages of 6 and 13. Compassion Unleashed Critter Camp is a terrific educational opportunity for animal-loving children to visit and learn more about the Richmond SPCA! Week-long day camps are hosted all summer at our humane center. All sessions will include daily animal interactions.
Extended stay options are available between half-day camps and for late pickup. Review our camp refund policy.
Sessions for Younger Elementary School Campers (Rising 1st-3rd Graders, Ages 6+)
Creative Cats
For kids who adore felines, this purr-fectly fun week-long camp is filled with cat-themed games, crafts, and activities. Campers will meet bottle-fed kittens, interact with friendly cats, and create cat-inspired crafts and games.
Pawsome Pups
Young dog lovers will have a tail-wagging good time at this dog-themed camp! This week is packed with fun games, crafts, and opportunities to learn about working dogs with important careers.
Fur and Fun Academy
Can’t choose between cats and dogs? This full-day, week-long camp combines the best of Creative Cats and Pawsome Pups, offering a mix of feline and canine fun!
Sessions for Older Elementary School Campers (Rising 4th-6th Graders)
Future Vet Explorers
Perfect for aspiring veterinarians! Campers will explore the world of animal medicine through engaging classroom lessons and hands-on activities with animals in our care. They’ll learn how veterinary care plays a crucial role in an animal shelter.
Voices for Animals
Campers will dive into the world of animal welfare, learning about the Richmond SPCA’s mission and how they can make a difference. Activities include creating enrichment items for shelter pets, crafting adoption promotion materials, assisting with daily shelter tasks, and discussing age-appropriate animal welfare topics shaping our world today.
Sessions for Middle School Campers (Rising 7th-9th Graders)
Advanced Vet Adventures
Designed for older campers passionate about animal medicine, this camp expands on veterinary science through hands-on experiences and interactive classroom learning. Campers will work directly with animals in our care, gaining deeper insights into veterinary practices.
Kids & K9s
A one-of-a-kind experience for campers who want to train their own dogs! Throughout the week, campers will attend training sessions with their canine companions, learning basic skills and fun tricks under the guidance of expert Richmond SPCA trainers. The Richmond SPCA will provide treats, training pouches, and journals to support their learning.
Kids & K9s camps are half-day sessions. If your child is enrolled in a full-day camp during the same week, please plan to transport your dog as needed. You will be responsible for dropping off and picking up your child’s dog before and after the Kids & K9s camp session, as dogs cannot stay on-site for the full day.
💛 1/2-day a.m. session, 9 a.m. to noon 💙 1/2-day p.m. session, 1 to 4 p.m. ☀️ full-day session, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
June camp sessions
June 2-6
Creative Cats 💛- $200 FULL
Pawsome Pups 💙- $200
Future Vet Explorers 💛- $200 FULL
Voices for Animals 💙- $200 FULL
June 9-13
Creative Cats 💛- $200 FULL
Pawsome Pups 💙- $200
Future Vet Explorers 💛- $200 FULL
Voices for Animals 💙- $200 FULL
June 16-20 (4-day week due to Juneteenth holiday)
Fur and Fun Academy ☀️- $320 FULL
Future Vet Explorers ☀️- $320 FULL
June 23-27
Pawsome Pups 💛- $200 FULL
Creative Cats 💙- $200 FULL
Voices for Animals 💛- $200 FULL
Future Vet Explorers 💙- $200 FULL
June 30-July 3 (4-day week due to 4th of July)
Fur and Fun Academy ☀️- $320 FULL
Future Vet Explorers ☀️- $320 FULL
💛 1/2-day a.m. session, 9 a.m. to noon 💙 1/2-day p.m. session, 1 to 4 p.m. ☀️ full-day session, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
July camp sessions
July 7-11
Pawsome Pups 💛- $200 FULL
Creative Cats 💙 – $200
Kids & K9s 💛 – $225 FULL
Advanced Vet Adventures 💙 – $200
July 14-18
Creative Cats 💛 – $200 FULL
Pawsome Pups 💙 – $200
Future Vet Explorers 💛 – $200 FULL
Voices for Animals 💙 – $200 FULL
July 21-25
Pawsome Pups 💛 – $200 FULL
Creative Cats 💙 – $200 FULL
Kids & K9s 💛 – $225 FULL
Advanced Vet Adventures 💙 – $200
July 28-Aug 1
Pawsome Pups 💛 – $200 FULL
Creative Cats 💙 – $200 FULL
Advanced Vet Adventures 💛 – $200
Kids & K9s 💙 – $225 FULL
💛 1/2-day a.m. session, 9 a.m. to noon 💙 1/2-day p.m. session, 1 to 4 p.m. ☀️ full-day session, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
August camp sessions
Aug 4-8
Creative Cats 💛- $200 FULL
Pawsome Pups 💙- $200
Advanced Vet Adventures 💛 – $200
Kids & K9s 💙 – $225 FULL
Aug 11-15
Creative Cats 💛- $200 FULL
Pawsome Pups 💙- $200
Future Vet Explorers 💛 – $200 FULL
Voices for Animals 💙 – $200 FULL
Aug 18-22
Creative Cats 💛- $200
Pawsome Pups 💙- $200
Future Vet Explorers 💛 – $200 FULL
Voices for Animals 💙 – $200
💛 1/2-day a.m. session, 9 a.m. to noon 💙 1/2-day p.m. session, 1 to 4 p.m. ☀️ full-day session, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Extended Stay
Late Pickup: We will offer an extended stay option for $40 per camper per week to extend the 4 p.m. pickup time by one hour to 5 p.m.
Camp refund policy
Every effort will be made to accommodate enrollment changes based on session capacities. Cancellations made prior to two weeks before camp are entitled to a refund; refunds are subject to a $25 drop fee. Refunds will not be available for cancellations made within two weeks of the start date of camp.
