Woods Humane Society

Care Crew SLO - 12/18
2022-12-18 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society SLO, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States
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!

Book Buddies SLO - 12/15
2022-12-15 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society SLO, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States
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!

Paws to Remember
2022-12-14 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Hospice SLO County, 1304 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States
Paws to Remember offers the community an opportunity to come together to remember our beloved pets. For a $25 donation or more, you may also remember your pet and have its name read aloud in memory at the special pet remembrance ceremony "Paws To Remember." The Ceremony will include music, poems, lighting of the hospice tree, reading of the names, and Woods Community Engagement Manager Robin Coleman will be sharing an inspirational message during the ceremony. Wood Humane Society knows how special pets are to this community and we love this tribute event. Please join us on December 14th from 6-7pm. https://hospiceslo.org/events/light-up-a-life-2022

Book Buddies North County - 12/13
2022-12-13 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society North County, 2300 Ramona Rd., Atascadero,, CA, 93422, United States

Pet Press North County - 12/11
2022-12-11 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society North County, 2300 Ramona Rd., Atascadero,, CA, 93422, United States
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!

Care Crew North County - 12/11
2022-12-11 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society North County, 2300 Ramona Rd., Atascadero,, CA, 93422, United States

Volunteer Orientation SLO Location
2022-12-11 11:00 - 12:30, 2022-11-07 15:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Woods Humane Society SLO, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States
Woods volunteers must be 18 years of age or older. If you are interested in opportunities for those under 18 years old, please visit our Youth Volunteers section of the Get Involved page.
This volunteer orientation class is now full. To be added to a cancellation list, please email volunteer@woodshumanesociety.org!

Book Buddies SLO - 12/8
2022-12-08 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society SLO, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States

Book Buddies North County - 12/6
2022-12-06 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society North County, 2300 Ramona Rd., Atascadero,, CA, 93422, United States

Holiday Pet Parade at Nature Nights
2022-12-04 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | SLO Botanical Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States
Bring your leashed and friendly dogs to follow Woods Humane Society and Santa in SLO Botanical Garden’s Holiday Pet Parade on Sunday, December 4, at 4 p.m. The parade will go from the El Chorro Dog Park to SLO Botanical Garden during the garden’s Nature Nights event, an immersive outdoor holiday light and art exhibit, which is also dog-friendly. Tickets are not required for the pet parade; tickets for Nature Nights are available at www.My805Tix.com.

Pet Press SLO - 12/4
2022-12-04 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society SLO, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States

Care Crew SLO - 12/4
2022-12-04 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society SLO, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States

Downtown SLO Holiday Parade
2022-12-02 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Downtown SLO, Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States
Woods will be in the Downtown SLO Holiday Parade this year! Woods staff, volunteers and adopters will join in the holiday fun! Our theme will be "Every pet deserves a Home for the Howlidays!"
The Downtown SLO Holiday Parade is a beloved Central Coast holiday tradition featuring more than 80 decorated floats, marching bands, vehicles, dancers, and more, representing all kinds of organizations. It is one of the largest parades on the Central Coast, attracting thousands of spectators each year.

Book Buddies SLO - 12/1
2022-12-01 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society SLO, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States

Pet Press North County - 11/20
2022-11-20 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society North County, 2300 Ramona Rd., Atascadero,, CA, 93422, United States

Care Crew North County - 11/20
2022-11-20 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society North County, 2300 Ramona Rd., Atascadero,, CA, 93422, United States

Book Buddies North County - 11/15
2022-11-15 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society North County, 2300 Ramona Rd., Atascadero,, CA, 93422, United States

Pet Press SLO - 11/13
2022-11-13 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society SLO, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States

Care Crew SLO - 11/13
2022-11-13 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society SLO, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States

Volunteer Orientation North County Location
2022-11-12 11:00 - 12:00, 2022-11-12 10:00 - 11:00, 2022-10-28 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Woods Humane Society North County, 2300 Ramona Rd., Atascadero,, CA, 93422, United States
Woods volunteers must be 18 years of age or older. If you are interested in opportunities for those under 18 years old, please visit our Youth Volunteers section of the Get Involved page.

Book Buddies SLO - 11/10
2022-11-10 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society SLO, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States

Book Buddies North County - 11/8
2022-11-08 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society North County, 2300 Ramona Rd., Atascadero,, CA, 93422, United States

Pet Press North County - 11/6
2022-11-06 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society North County, 2300 Ramona Rd., Atascadero,, CA, 93422, United States

Care Crew North County - 11/6
2022-11-06 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society North County, 2300 Ramona Rd., Atascadero,, CA, 93422, United States

Book Buddies SLO - 11/3
2022-11-03 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society SLO, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States

Book Buddies North County - 11/1
2022-11-01 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society North County, 2300 Ramona Rd., Atascadero,, CA, 93422, United States
Bookworms, assemble! Woods is welcoming animal lovers age 7-17 to join us in reading to our furry friends. Shelter life can be stressful, and reading is proven to relax and comfort companion animals. Book Buddies will be held at our San Luis Obispo location on Thursdays from 3:30-4:30 starting September 8th. We will also offer Book Buddies at our Atascadero location on Tuesdays from 3:30-4:30 starting September 6th. 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!

Wiggle Waggle Fall Festival
2022-10-29 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woods Humane Society SLO, 875 Oklahoma Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States
Bring your dog to the Wiggle Waggle Fall Festival at Woods Humane Society SLO on October 29th, 2022, to enjoy a FREE fall-themed community pet celebration and a whole lot of HOWL-o-ween fun! Festivities include canine and kids' costume contests, carnival games, holiday shopping in an open air pet fair of local, artisanal goods, local food vendors, family photo and portrait opportunities, face painting and more. Read the latest details here!
