The DSPCA are running a special one week "Animal Care" Summer Camps for siblings ages 10 – 16 in the DSPCA Campus in Rathfarnham.

We have space for 20 people each session and the camp will cost €195 (10% discount for Junior Members/10% discount for siblings). Please email us for codes before paying.

The camp is from 9.30 – 4.00pm Monday – Friday.

Camp participants will learn:

• Care and handling of “small fluffy animals” (rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, ferrets, etc.)

• The importance of environmental enrichment for farmyard animals

• Care and handling of reptiles and other exotics

• Care and handling of horses and equines

• Care and handling of cats

• Care and handling of dogs

• Dog training/Dog agility

• Basic Pet First Aid

• Work of the DSPCA and a history of Irish Animal Welfare

• How to Run an Animal Charity and the importance of Fundraising

• Day Trip to Dublin Zoo to talk with the animal care and Education Staff

Requirements

• All camp participants must have an up to date anti tetanus vaccine.

• Camp times start sharp at 9.30am so we would appreciate early arrival.

• Camp finishes sharp at 4pm.

• Suitable clothing for outdoor activities should be warn (no hoodies please). Remember to dress appropriately for the weather and to bring sun cream. Please refrain from wearing jewellery.

• Unfortunately we cannot take on people with animal allergies.

• Please notify us of any medical conditions or special requirements before applying.

• Mobile phones may be brought but we would ask that people refrain from using them during course times.

• Please bring a suitable pack lunch. Tea, Coffee and microwave facilities will be provided.

Have questions about DSPCA "Animal Care" Summer Camps?

Contact DSPCA at education@dspca.ie