Pasadena Humane

Pre-Teen Pups
2024-06-29 12:30 - 13:15, 2024-07-06 12:30 - 13:15 (America/Los_Angeles)
They grow up so fast! Got a pup who thinks they’re too cool for school? We’ve got you covered. ‘Tween pups between 4-6 months of age are welcome to attend this 3 week mini-course. Pet parents will learn how to navigate through frustration & boredom behaviors such as jumping, barking, & mouthing. We’ll teach your ‘tween to relax while you learn motivating training building blocks that will carry you through adolescence and beyond!

Dogs must be between 4-6 months of age at start of class date
Limit 8 dogs per session
Dogs must have one adult pet parent present
Dogs must be wearing a collar or harness and leash
Please bring at least two cups of your pup’s favorite treats
$120 for 3 week course
Your dog must be free from signs of illness (coughing, nasal discharge, vomiting, diarrhea) to attend classes.
If your dog is exhibiting signs of illness including coughing, you will be asked to exit the class
Your dog must have completed all vaccines including Rabies, Bordetella, Canine Distemper and Parainfluenza (DAPP)
We highly recommend your puppy receive the Canine Influenza Vaccine. Please check with your personal veterinarian for guidance.

Visiting Hours
2024-06-29 14:00 - 17:00, 2024-06-30 14:00 - 17:00, 2024-07-06 14:00 - 17:00, 2024-07-07 14:00 - 17:00
Pasadena Humane opens its doors for “Visiting Hours” on Saturdays and Sundays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. (unless otherwise noted).
Visitors are welcome to walk through the dog kennels, Neely Cat Center and Critter House to see the animals available for adoption. No appointment necessary.

Kitten Kindergarten
2024-06-29 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-07-06 15:00 - 16:00
We’re litter-ally not kidding – we’ve got a training class for kitties! Whether you’re a first time cat guardian or already a pawsome pet parent, this 3 week class is for you. Get up-to-date behavior advice for your 8-14 week old kittens from a Certified Cat Behavior Counselor. Safely socialize your pet with other kittens and new people in a clean, managed environment. Our cat training “purrfessors” will cover topics including litter box habits, mouthing, scratching, harness training, & much more! Kindergarten is not appropriate for kittens who are still learning to build trust with humans. Not sure if this class is right for your kitty? Email animaltraining@pasadenahumane.org with your inquiry.

Limit 8 kittens per class
Kittens must be between 8 – 14 weeks of age
Must have one adult pet parent present
Kittens must be up to date on vaccines appropriate for their age
Kittens must arrive in a fully enclosed, sturdy fabric or plastic carrier
Please bring treats for your kitten (Churu or chicken baby food is what we recommend)
3 Week Class is $75

Pop-Up Dog Adoption Event & Tablin' at Downtown Arcadia Patriotic Festival
2024-06-29 17:00 - 20:00
Downtown Arcadia Patriotic Festival
The Wiggle Waggle Waggin’ is out and about bringing adoptable pets to your community. Visit the Waggin’ and adopt your new best friend!

Tablin' at Dog Days of Summer (No animals)
2024-07-02 16:00 - 20:00
Langham Hotel, 1401 S. Oak Knoll Ave., Pasadena
The Pasadena Humane outreach team regularly attend fairs, festivals and conventions to bring information about our programs and services out to the community.

Waggin' Appearance in Sierra Madre Independence Day Parade
2024-07-04 10:00 - 12:00
Our Wiggle Waggle Waggin’ will be making an appearance in the Sierra Madre Independence Day Parade! Please note, there will not be adoptable animals at this event.

Puppy Playschool
2024-07-06 10:30 - 11:15
Puppy guardians! Looking for a safe and fun venue to socialize your new best friend? Join the training staff and fellow new puppy parents at Pasadena Humane’s Puppy Playschool. This ongoing workshop welcomes vaccinated puppies who are over 8 weeks or under 16 weeks of age. Your puppy will be gently exposed to novel sights & sounds and our small sized playgroups are thoughtfully designed to help build your puppy’s confidence gradually. Skilled trainers and volunteers educated in dog body language will be on hand to guide you and your pup to learn about healthy play & positive training building blocks.

Must have one adult pet parent present
Puppies must be up to date on vaccines appropriate for their age
$25 per session
Your puppy must be current on vaccines appropriate for their age including Bordetella, Canine Distemper and Parainfluenza (DAPP)

Guided Tour
2024-07-06 12:30 - 13:30
Pasadena Humane is more than a shelter; we are a resource for all animals in the community. Join us for a guided tour to learn more about how we help animals in need. During this hour-long tour, you’ll hear about our history, programs, and services while viewing adorable dogs, cats and critters looking for new homes. The tour will start at the Animal Resource Center. We’ll then travel through the Neely Cat Center and dog kennels learning more about the animals in our care. The tour will end at the Shelter Shop.
Tours are appropriate for all ages and limited to 15 guests.

Pop-Up Dog Adoption Event at PCC Flea Market
2024-07-07 08:00 - 12:00
PCC Flea Market, 1570 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena
The Wiggle Waggle Waggin’ is out and about bringing adoptable pets to your community. Visit the Waggin’ and adopt your new best friend!

Junior Volunteers Summer Camp (Ages 12-14): Session 3 - Morning
2024-07-08 08:00 - 11:30, 2024-07-09 08:00 - 11:30, 2024-07-10 08:00 - 11:30, 2024-07-11 08:00 - 11:30
Unleash compassion at Pasadena Humane’s Junior Volunteer Summer Camp! Ages 12-14 engage in animal care with hands-on activities: crafting kittens, assembling care packages, creating tasty treats for shelter dogs, and more. Learn responsibility, empathy, and teamwork, and earn service hours. Join us for a summer of making tails wag, and hearts soar! Every session welcomes up to 25 eager campers, ensuring each child receives their own set of supplies for an incredible adventure!
Scholarships are available. Please apply here.

Junior Volunteers Summer Camp (Ages 12-14): Session 3 - Afternoon
2024-07-08 12:30 - 16:00, 2024-07-09 12:30 - 16:00, 2024-07-10 12:30 - 16:00, 2024-07-11 12:30 - 16:00

Fun Out of the Sun
2024-07-09 17:30 - 18:15
Is your husky hot? Frenchie feelin’ fried? Beat the heat this summer at the coolest workshop in town! We will introduce your dog to entertaining indoor training games including beginning scent-work and amusing tricks. Get ideas and advice from our certified trainers on how to provide your pup with alternatives to daily walks on days when the paws aren’t suitable for the pavement. All participants will receive a pupsicle recipe to make at home. No prerequisite obedience training required; however, dogs should be comfortable around the sight and sound of other dogs at 8+ft.

Limit 8 dogs per session
Dogs must have one adult pet parent present
Dogs must be wearing a collar or harness and leash
Please bring at least two cups of your pup’s favorite treats
$40 per 45-minute workshop
Your dog must be free from signs of illness (coughing, nasal discharge, vomiting, diarrhea)
Your dog must be up to date on vaccines for Canine Influenza, Bordetella, Canine Distemper and Parainfluenza

Basics 101
2024-07-09 19:00 - 19:45
Don’t say “basic” like it’s a bad thing! Your dog could be basically awesome after taking Basics 101 at Pasadena Humane! This 5-week class covers level 1 core skills for adult dogs. Our certified trainers will teach you how to motivate and communicate with your dog in a fun, positive way. You’ll learn requests like lie down, follow me, go to place, and the foundations of important life skills like loose leashing walking. Dogs in Basics 101 should be comfortable enough to stand calmly and take treats within 10 feet of other dogs.

Limit 9 dogs
Dogs must have one adult pet parent present
Dogs must be up to date on vaccinations
Dogs must be wearing a collar or harness and leash
Please bring least two cups of your pup’s favorite treats
$250 per 5-week session
Your dog must be free from signs of illness (coughing, nasal discharge, vomiting, diarrhea)
Your dog must not have visited a boarding facility, dog park or doggie daycare in the past 14 days preceding class start date
Your dog must be up to date on vaccines for Canine Influenza, Bordetella, Canine Distemper and Parainfluenza

Available Sessions:
Tuesdays, July 9-August 6, 7-7:45 p.m.

Rover-Robics
2024-07-10 17:30 - 18:15
Gently exercise your dog’s body & mind in our judgment-free “dog gym”. Whether your dog is already a fit fido or is trying to stay trim, we’ve got you covered. Starting with gentle doga stretching, we’ll play around with some sporty dog equipment in this 3 week mini-course. Our trainers will introduce you and your dog to some fun, non-competitive agility & balance exercises. Humans are invited to take part in very gentle stretching with their pups during class. This mini course is for adult dogs (over 1 year of age) with no current physical injuries. Dogs must be comfortable with seeing and hearing other dogs from a distance of ~8ft.

Your dog must be free from signs of illness (coughing, nasal discharge, vomiting, diarrhea)
Your dog must not have visited a boarding facility, dog park or doggie daycare in the past 14 days preceding class start date
Your dog must be up to date on vaccines for Canine Influenza, Bordetella, Canine Distemper and Parainfluenza

Available Sessions:
Wednesdays, July 10-July 24, 5:30-6:15 p.m.

Brave Buddies: Confidence Building for Small Dogs
2024-07-10 19:00 - 19:45
Got a cowering canine who could benefit from a confidence boost? If your nervous Nellie is overwhelmed by large, noisy training classes, Brave Buddies may just be a better fit. We will work at a considerate & calm pace serving only small dogs 20 lbs. and under. Your fearful friend will blossom into a brave little buddy with our fear-free training methods. Pasadena Humane’s certified trainers will introduce you to practical confidence boosting activities that you can practice in class and at home. Not sure if this course is right for your dog? Contact the training team for advice: animaltraining@pasadenahumane.org

Suitable for dogs 6 months and up
For small breed dogs 20lbs and under
3 week course is $120
Not suitable for reactive dogs
Your dog must be free from signs of illness (coughing, nasal discharge, vomiting, diarrhea)
Your dog must not have visited a boarding facility, dog park or doggie daycare in the past 14 days preceding class start date
Your dog must be up to date on vaccines for Canine Influenza, Bordetella, Canine Distemper and Parainfluenza

Available Sessions:
Wednesdays, July 10-July 24, 7-7:45 p.m.

Big Dog Summer
2024-07-11 - 2024-07-25
From sky-high scoops of ice cream to oversized sunglasses, everything is bigger in summer… including the dogs! From July 11 to July 25, we’re celebrating Big Dog Summer by waiving adoption fees on all dogs 40 lbs. and up, sponsored by Pet Care Foundation. Whether your summer plans involve (big) trips to the beach or (big) naps in front of the air conditioner, we’ve got the (big) best friend for you!
Adoptions include spay or neuter, age-appropriate vaccines, and a microchip. Regular adoption process applies. Licensing fee may apply.

Puppy Manners
2024-07-11 17:30 - 18:15
Calling all puppies 16 weeks and under. Grab your guardian and join us for Puppy Manners! During this 5-week course, our certified trainers will continue to guide you through puppyhood and help you avoid common mistakes such as chewing dad’s favorite slippers, pulling on leash, jumping up, and more. They will teach your human to use positive reinforcement techniques (treats & praise!) to help you learn valuable life skills and you’re going to have such fun learning with us!‌

Puppies must be 16 weeks or younger at first class meeting
Limit 10 pups per class
Must have one adult pet parent present
Puppies must be wearing a collar or harness and leash
Please bring at least 2 cups of very small, soft treats
$250 per 5-week session
Your puppy must be free from signs of illness (coughing, nasal discharge, vomiting, diarrhea) to attend classes.
If your puppy is exhibiting signs of illness including coughing, you will be asked to exit the class
Your puppy must be current on vaccines appropriate for their age including Bordetella, Canine Distemper and Parainfluenza (DAPP)
We highly recommend your puppy receive the Canine Influenza Vaccine. Please check with your personal veterinarian for guidance.

Available Sessions:
Thursdays, July 11-August 8, 5:30-6:15 p.m.

Pre-Teen Pups
2024-07-11 19:00 - 19:45
They grow up so fast! Got a pup who thinks they’re too cool for school? We’ve got you covered. ‘Tween pups between 4-6 months of age are welcome to attend this 3 week mini-course. Pet parents will learn how to navigate through frustration & boredom behaviors such as jumping, barking, & mouthing. We’ll teach your ‘tween to relax while you learn motivating training building blocks that will carry you through adolescence and beyond!

Dogs must be between 4-6 months of age at start of class date
Limit 8 dogs per session
Dogs must have one adult pet parent present
Dogs must be wearing a collar or harness and leash
Please bring at least two cups of your pup’s favorite treats
$120 for 3 week course
Your dog must be free from signs of illness (coughing, nasal discharge, vomiting, diarrhea) to attend classes.
If your dog is exhibiting signs of illness including coughing, you will be asked to exit the class
Your dog must have completed all vaccines including Rabies, Bordetella, Canine Distemper and Parainfluenza (DAPP)
We highly recommend your puppy receive the Canine Influenza Vaccine. Please check with your personal veterinarian for guidance.

Available Sessions:
Thursdays, July 11-July 25, 7-7:45 p.m.

Birding and Naturalist Led Walking Meditation
2024-07-12 07:30 - 10:30
Join us for a nature walk! Led by Pasadena Humane wildlife staff (Certified California Naturalists), participants are invited to walk the JPL/Devil’s Gate Dam loop while learning to identify native plants and local birds. Embrace a slow and mindful pace to practice following your breath and being present in your body as you connect with the other living things on the trail.
We encourage the sharing of knowledge with people of all experience levels. We also encourage using community science tools such as ebird, Merlin Bird ID, and iNaturalist apps and will assist those who would like to utilize them on their phones. Bring your own scopes/binoculars/cameras. We will also provide limited field guidebooks.
This walk is suitable for all ages. Please note that the walk is approximately three miles long with minor elevation changes, uneven and unpaved ground, and some stairs.
Look for a large Pasadena Humane van. Carpooling, biking or public transport is encouraged.
