Promoting humane attitudes towards people, animals and the environment.
Mohawk Hudson Humane Society is excited to offer education programs once a month to the public. These talks are open to all ages, but are focused on adults.
Program fees help support our work, but we never want a fee to be a barrier to attendance. Please contact us at outreach@mohawkhumane.org to request a waiver.
Wednesday, October 22
5:30-6:30 pm
MHHS Community Room
3 Oakland Avenue, Menands
(use 193 Broadway for GPS)
Enriching Your Pets' Lives
Presented by MHHS Animal Behavior Team
Join members of our Animal Behavior team for a lively seminar on enrichment for cats, dogs, and small companions. Discover fun and practical ways to keep your pet's mind sharp, body active, and heart happy, while deepening the bond you share. You'll also learn why enrichment is essential to your pet's overall health and well-being.
This is a seminar - please leave your animal companions at home.
Cost: $10
Program fees help to support our work. However, we never want a fee to be a barrier to attendance. Please contact us at outreach@mohawkhumane.org >> to request a waiver.
Thursday, November 20
5:30-6:30 pm
MHHS Community Room
3 Oakland Avenue, Menands
(use 193 Broadway for GPS)
Unwrapping Responsibility: What It Really Means to Adopt a Pet
Presented by MHHS Humane Education Team
Getting a pet is exciting, and it's also a big responsibility. In this family-friendly seminar, we'll dig into what it truly takes to care for an animal and how to know if your family is read to welcome one home. We'll explore:
- The daily needs of pets - food, exercise, training, vet care, and more
- The time, effort, and costs that come with responsible pet ownership
- The difference between wanting a pet and being ready for one
- How to choose the right pet for your family (or discover that waiting might be the best!)
This is a seminar - please leave your animal companions at home.
Cost: $10 (kids free with adult)
Program fees help to support our work. However, we never want a fee to be a barrier to attendance. Please contact us at outreach@mohawkhumane.org >> to request a waiver.
Saturday, December 6
12-3 pm
MHHS Community Room
3 Oakland Avenue, Menands
(use 193 Broadway for GPS)
Felt Animal Workshop: Crafty Fun for ages 12 and up!
Presented by MHHS Humane Education Team
Get your paws on some holiday cheer! Join us for a cozy, hands-on workshop where you'll make adorable felt ornaments of your pet, and create festive, animal-themed gifts - all out of soft, colorful felt. Whether you love to sew or prefer to glue, we'll have everything you need to bring your creations to life. Stay for the whole afternoon or drop in for a bit, it's totally up to you. Everyone goes home with their handmade masterpieces (and a little extra holiday spirit!)
This is a seminar - please leave your animal companions at home.
Cost: $10
Program fees help to support our work. However, we never want a fee to be a barrier to attendance. Please contact us at outreach@mohawkhumane.org >> to request a waiver.