Calling all crafty, caring, pet-loving kids! Woods is excited to offer Care Crew at both our San Luis Obispo and Atascadero locations. Crew members will have the opportunity to join us in filling kongs for our canines to enjoy in their kennels, crafting homemade pet toys, and reading to our feline friends. We will also focus on learning about animal body language, responsible pet ownership, and the wide range of animal-focused careers. A suggested donation of $5 allows us to continue growing our youth programs and changing the lives of dogs and cats in our community. This will be an ongoing program, but space is limited so sign up below!

Are you a teen who’s passionate about photography, journalism, or art? Do you spend your free time watching animal TikToks or funny cat videos? We are looking for caring, creative teens to join us in writing bios and taking photos of our adoptable animals. We will also work as a team to create adorable animal welfare TikToks and Instagram reels. Pet Press will be held at both our San Luis Obispo and Atascadero locations on alternating Sundays at 3pm. A suggested donation of $5 allows us to continue growing our youth programs and changing the lives of dogs and cats in our community. This will be an ongoing program, but space is limited so sign up below!

Bookworms, assemble! Woods is welcoming animal lovers age 7-17 to join us in reading to our furry feline friends. Shelter life can be stressful, and reading is proven to relax and comfort companion animals. Book Buddies will be held at our Atascadero location on Tuesdays from 3:30-4:30 and at our San Luis Obispo location on Thursdays from 3:30-4:30. A suggested donation of $5 allows us to continue growing our youth programs and changing the lives of dogs and cats in our community. This will be an ongoing program, but space is limited so sign up below!