Puppy Playschool
2025-07-26 10:30 - 11:15, 2025-08-09 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 Hastings Ranch
2025-07-26 11:00 - 14:00
PetSmart, 3347 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena
Come meet some adoptable dogs at PetSmart.

Pop-Up Cat Adoption Event at PetSmart Tujunga
2025-07-26 11:00 - 14:00
Join us at PetSmart Tujunga (6348 Foothill Blvd.) for a pop-up cat and kitten adoption event! Onsite adoptions are available with no appointment necessary.

Pre-Teen Pups
2025-07-26 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, July 12-26, 12:30-1:15 p.m.

Kitten Kindergarten
2025-07-26 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-02 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 age-appropriate vaccines
Kittens must arrive in a fully enclosed, sturdy fabric or plastic carrier
3 Week Class is $75

Available Sessions:
Saturdays, July 26-August 9, 3-4 p.m.

Puppy Pre-School
2025-07-27 10:30 - 11:15
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:
Sundays, July 13-27, 10:30-11:15 a.m.

Brave Buddies
2025-07-27 12:30 - 13:15
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, July 13-27, 12:30-1:15 p.m.

Puppy Manners
2025-07-29 17:30 - 18:15, 2025-08-05 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:
Tuesdays, July 8-August 5, 5:30-6:15 p.m.

Basics 101
2025-07-29 19:00 - 19:45, 2025-08-05 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 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:
Wednesdays, July 8- August 5, 7- 7:45 p.m.

Large Dog Reactive Rovers (Audit)
2025-07-29 19:00 - 19:45, 2025-07-31 19:00 - 19:45, 2025-08-05 19:00 - 19:45, 2025-08-07 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, July 10-August 7, 7-7:45 p.m.

Adolescent Pups Workshop
2025-07-30 17:30 - 18:15
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

Paws & Play Agility
2025-07-30 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:
Wednesdays, July 16-30, 7-7:45 p.m.

Large Dog Reactive Rovers
2025-07-31 17:30 - 18:15, 2025-08-07 17:30 - 18:15
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, July 10-August 7 5:30-6:15 p.m

Large Dog Reactive Rovers (Audit)
2025-07-31 17:30 - 18:15, 2025-08-07 17:30 - 18:15
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, July 10-August 7, 5:30-6:15 p.m.

Large Dog Reactive Rovers
2025-07-31 19:00 - 19:45, 2025-08-07 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, July 10-August 7, 7-7:45 p.m.

CatCon Worldwide
2025-08-02 - 2025-08-03
Cat lovers, mark your calendars: CatCon 2025 returns to the Pasadena Convention Center on August 2–3 for a weekend of feline fun, community, and celebration. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the beloved event, which has become a must-attend for cat enthusiasts nationwide.
Pasadena Humane has been named the official charity beneficiary and will once again run the fan-favorite Adoption Village, where nearly 200 kittens found homes in 2024. Organizers hope to surpass that number this year, with all adopted kittens coming spayed or neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and sent home with starter kits.
Click here to learn more about CatCon!

Guided Tour
2025-08-02 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
2025-08-03 08:30 - 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!

Rockstar Recalls
2025-08-06 19:00 - 19:45
Buddy, come! Come! Buddy! Buddy?… Oh, Buddy.
Can’t recall the last time your dog came running back the first time you asked? In this 45-minute workshop, we’ll show you how to build a recall so solid your dog might even ignore that squirrel! The best part? It’s all about positive reinforcement, and we’re going to have so much fun learning. This workshop is repeatable, and our trainers will help you work to advance your dog’s skill level from beginner to rockstar! To participate in this workshop your dog must be comfortable enough to stand calmly and take treats within 10 feet of other dogs.

Dogs must have one adult pet parent present
$40 per 45-minute workshop
Your dog must be up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccines

Pop-Up Dog Adoption Event at Pasadena Farmer’s Market (Victory Park)
2025-08-09 09:00 - 12:00
2925 E Sierra Madre Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107
The Wiggle Waggle Waggin’ is out and about bringing adoptable pets to your community. Visit the Waggin’ and adopt your new best friend!
