Puppy Playschool
2025-01-04 10:30 - 11:15, 2025-01-11 10:30 - 11:15 (America/Los_Angeles)
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
$25 per session
Your puppy must be up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccines

Pop-Up Dog Adoption Event at PetSmart Monrovia
2025-01-04 12:00 - 15:00
PetSmart Monrovia, 745 W Huntington Dr, Monrovia
The Wiggle Waggle Waggin’ is out and about bringing adoptable pets to your community. Visit the Waggin’ and adopt your new best friend!

Guided Tour
2025-01-04 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.

Visiting Hours
2025-01-04 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-01-05 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-01-11 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-01-12 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.

Adolescent Pups Workshop
2025-01-05 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-01-05 11:30 - 12:15, 2025-01-12 11:30 - 12:15
Teenagers, am I right?! Adolescence (5-11 months) can be a frustrating time for both pups and their people. This is also a critical time to keep guiding your young dog to make good choices. In these repeatable 45-minute workshops, we’ll continue building on the training skills that you started in Puppy Manners, but don’t worry if you’re just getting started – jump right in and learn with us! A revolving set of topics will include: leash handling, confidence building training games, staying calm for greetings, and more. Sign up for each one-day workshop individually.

Dogs must be between 5-11 months of age at start of class date
Dogs must have one adult pet parent present
Dogs must be up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccines
$40 per 45-minute workshop

Brave Buddies: Confidence Building for Small Dogs
2025-01-05 10:00 - 10:45, 2025-01-12 10:00 - 10:45
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

For small breed dogs 20lbs and under
3-week course is $75
Not suitable for reactive dogs
Your dog must be up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccines

Available Sessions:
Sundays, January 5-January 19, 10-10:45 a.m.

Jr. Vets Club (Ages 7-11)
2025-01-07 16:00 - 18:00
Join the excitement with our Jr. Vets Club—an immersive after-school program designed to captivate children aged 7 to 11. Your child will be part of an extraordinary journey of discovery and compassion. Dive into engaging topics such as veterinary health, wildlife conservation, and the thrilling world of animal careers. But it’s not just about learning; it’s hands-on action! Your child will actively participate in meaningful service projects, fostering a deep connection with our furry and feathered friends.
Jr. Vets meets every Tuesday from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
*While we cannot guarantee an animal experience in every session, we strive to introduce children to safe and suitable encounters with our furry companions when possible.
Scholarship applications will open on December 1. Please apply here.

Basics 101
2025-01-07 17:30 - 18:15
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 leash 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
$215 per 5-week session
Your dog must be up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccines

Available Sessions:
Tuesdays, January 7-February 4, 5:30-6:15 p.m.

Paws & Play Agility: A Fun Fitness Class for Dogs
2025-01-07 19:00 - 19:45
Our trainers will introduce you and your dog to some fun, non-competitive agility & balance exercises in this 3-week mini course. After starting out with gentle stretching, we’ll play around on some confidence boosting agility equipment. This class is for adult dogs (over 1 year of age) with no current physical injuries. Dogs must be comfortable around seeing & hearing other dogs moving or running at an ~8ft distance. This course is repeatable, and difficulty levels can be adjusted as your dog’s skill progresses.

Dogs must have one adult pet parent present
3-week course is $75
Your dog must be up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccines

Available Sessions:
Tuesdays, January 7-January 21, 7-7:45 p.m.

Junior Volunteers (Ages 12-14)
2025-01-08 16:00 - 18:00
Embark on a compassionate journey with Jr. Volunteers at Pasadena Humane! Designed for ages 12-14, this four-week program immerses young animal enthusiasts in the realms of animal husbandry and enrichment with service activities like making essential heating pads for neonatal kittens, assembling care packages for different teams and creating pupsicles for shelter dogs. Jr. Volunteers will practice the values of responsibility, empathy, teamwork, and service. Jr. Volunteers will receive service hours for each class they attend.
Jr. Volunteers meets every Wednesday from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
*While we cannot guarantee an animal experience in every session, we strive to introduce children to safe and suitable encounters with our furry companions when possible.
Scholarship applications will open on December 1. Please apply here.

Puppy Manners
2025-01-08 17:30 - 18:15
Calling all puppies! 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 7.5-16 weeks old at first class meeting
Must have one adult pet parent present
$215 per 5-week session
Your puppy must be up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccines

Available Sessions:
Wednesdays, January 8-February 5, 5:30-6:15 p.m.

Puppy Pre-School
2025-01-08 19:00 - 19:45
New Puppy, who dis? Calling all brand-new puppy parents! Don’t miss out on this once in a dog-lifetime opportunity to start off on the right paw. Our puppy coaches are standing by to help guide you through potty training, mouthing & biting, and handling exercises. But wait, there’s more! Did you know that early positive reinforcement training & socialization have a beneficial impact throughout your pet’s life? Your little one (ages 7.5 weeks to 11 weeks) can explore safely in our sanitized, puppy-friendly indoor training room. Act now! Puppies must be under 12 weeks of age on the first day of this 3-week course. You will receive expert advice from skilled puppy trainers, a low-stress introduction to your puppy’s future Playschool & Manners classrooms, and gentle exposure during a key socialization period. All this for the low cost of $75!

Puppies should be between 7.5-11 weeks on first day of class
3 week course is $75
Must have one adult (18+) pet parent present
Your puppy must be up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccines

Available Sessions:
Wednesdays, January 8-January 22, 7-7:45 p.m.

Little Dogs with Big Feelings
2025-01-09 17:30 - 18:15
Does your small dog seem to struggle on daily walks? Wondering why they seem to be fearful of some things, and aggressive towards others? You’re not alone! Join other pet guardians in this 5-week course. Our trainers will guide you and your small dog to become more confident and restore peace to your outdoor adventures. Using positive reinforcement and helpful management ideas, we can help build essential training skills for you and your dog. Our classroom structure is designed to reduce visual contact and is limited to only 6 students. Appropriate for dogs under 30 lbs. We recommend that dogs with reactivity at distances of 20 ft. or more seek private help from a certified professional dog consultant prior to attending this class.

For dogs under 30 lbs.
Dogs must have at least one adult pet parent present
$245 per 5-week session
This class is not appropriate for dogs with a bite history or who are reactive to people
Your dog must be up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccines

Available Sessions:
Thursdays, January 9-February 6, 5:30-6:15 p.m.

Little Dogs with Big Feelings (AUDIT)
2025-01-09 17:30 - 18:15
Little Dogs with Big Feelings – AUDIT (LDBF-A) is for pet guardians of reactive dogs who would like to learn from our certified trainers without taking their dog to class. Students who audit may take notes and observe other dog handler teams in our Little Dogs with Big Feelings course. You will have the same access to instructional homework assignments to work with your dog in the comfort of your home. “Ask-a-trainer” email access is also included. Perfect for those whose dog may be reactive to people, are scent/sound sensitive, or are too anxious to work in the classroom environment.

$180 for 5 week course
Each session is 45 minutes in length
Limit 2 Audit students per class
Please no audio or video recording during class
For pet guardians only. Do not bring your pet to class

Available Sessions:
Thursdays, January 9-February 6, 5:30-6:15 p.m.

Large Dog Reactive Rovers
2025-01-09 19:00 - 19:45
Is your dog making a scene when they see other dogs on leash, moving vehicles, or wildlife? Has all the barking, lunging, and growling become just too much for you to handle? In this 5-week course, our trainers will help you to build essential training and coping skills for your dog. Our classroom setup is designed to reduce visual contact and is limited to only 6 students. Appropriate for dogs 30 lbs. and over. We recommend that dogs with reactivity at distances of 20ft. or more seek private help from a certified professional dog consultant prior to attending this class.

For dogs 30 lbs. and over
Dogs must have at least one adult pet parent present
$245 per 5-week session
This class is not appropriate for dogs with a bite history or who are reactive to people
Your dog must be up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccines

Available Sessions:
Thursdays, January 9-February 6, 7-7:45 p.m.

Large Dog Reactive Rovers (AUDIT)
2025-01-09 19:00 - 19:45
Large Dog Reactive Rovers – AUDIT (LDRR-A) is for pet guardians of reactive dogs who would like to learn from our certified trainers without taking their dog to class. Students who audit may take notes and observe other dog handler teams in our Large Dog Reactive Rovers course. You will have the same access to instructional homework assignments to work with your dog in the comfort of your home. “Ask-a-trainer” email access is also included. Perfect for those whose dog may be reactive to people, are scent/sound sensitive, or are too anxious to work in the classroom environment.

$180 for 5 week course
Each session is 45 minutes in length
Limit 2 Audit students per class
Please no audio or video recording during class
For pet guardians only. Do not bring your pet to class

Available Sessions:
Thursdays, January 9-February 6, 7-7:45 p.m.

Pop-Up Cat & Kitten Adoption Event at Centinela Feed (Pasadena)
2025-01-11 11:00 - 13:00
Centinela Feed, 3120 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena
Join us for our cat and kitten adoption event and find your purrfect match!

Pop-Up Dog Adoption Event at PetSmart Tujunga
2025-01-11 11:00 - 14:00
PetSmart, 6348 Foothill Blvd., Tujunga
The Wiggle Waggle Waggin’ is out and about bringing adoptable pets to your community. Visit the Waggin’ and adopt your new best friend!

Pre-Teen Pups
2025-01-11 12:30 - 13:15
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
Dogs must have one adult pet parent present
$75 for 3-week course
Your puppy must be up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccines

Available Sessions:
Saturdays, January 11-January 25, 12:30-1:15 p.m.

Walk This Way
2025-01-11 15:00 - 15:45
Is walking your dog a drag? In this repeatable 3 week mini-course, we’ll guide you on how to teach your dog (ages 4 months and up) to walk on a lead without dashing forward. Improve upon your leash handling skills with us in our large training room and practice around distractions at your dog’s comfort level. Get informed, professional advice about pain-free equipment that will work best for you and your dog. Each session is 45 minutes.

3-week course is $75
This class is not appropriate for dogs who bark, growl, or lunge when seeing other dogs within 10 feet.
Your dog must be up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccines

Available Sessions:
Saturdays, January 11-January 25, 3-3:45 p.m.

Cemetery Wildlife Walk
2025-01-12 06:30 - 08:00
Join us at Mountain View Cemetery in Altadena for a wildlife walk. We’ll observe the many wild animals that call the cemetery home (including birds, squirrels, and coyotes), identify flowers and plants, and learn more about some of the locally famous gravestones around us.

Scout Programs
2025-01-12 09:00 - 10:15, 2025-01-12 11:00 - 12:15
Set out on an unforgettable adventure with our Scout Programs! Dive into a 75-minute immersive experience for scouts to earn an exclusive Pasadena Humane patch. Engage in hands-on educational activities, enriching encounters, and meaningful service tasks. Our expert-led exploration allows groups of up to 20 scouts, accompanied by two adult chaperones, to uncover the care we provide to the diverse animals that pass through our shelter annually.
Your troop can choose:

The Pasadena Humane experience which is suitable for all ages within any troop where your troop will go on a tour and engage in a service project for shelter animals depending on shelter needs.
The Tailored program meets patch scout requirements ranging from Brownies to Cadettes. These tailored programs ensure an educational journey resonating deeply with each scout’s level and interests.

Join us and let the curiosity of your troop ignite as they discover, learn, and earn a badge that signifies their dedication to animal welfare. It’s more than a visit—it’s an inspiring experience that fosters compassion and knowledge in young minds while supporting our mission to care for and protect our beloved animal companions.
