Following are some samples of what teaching staff are saying about the VSPCA's Humane Education:
"... was delighted to have Jhanice Nelson, from the VSPCA Animal Humane Education Program visit us. The children were very engaging and learned a lot about caring for their animals. They were taught how to be kind to animals, and how to approach strange dogs, Preschool students, thoroughly enjoyed the display of props, and they excitingly passed around food bowls, stuffed animals, dog collars and leaches, toys and food. They also listened to each other’s heart beat using a stethoscope".
"... nurturing our children to respect and care for animals at a very early age help them see animals as individual beings with their own lives, needs, and interests.
When we are raised from infancy to care about the needs and interests of everyone, then our life choices cultivate a kinder, more just world for all"
"... animal humane education promotes and encourages character development by promoting respect and empathy toward people, animals and the environment; assists children in developing compassion, a sense of justice and respect for the value of all living beings, provide the knowldege and understanding necessary for children to resolve conflict situations and make responsible choices; fosters a sense of responsibility on the part of children to make choices and act upon their personal beliefs.
We believe that all children deserve the opportunity for humane education programming."
"... was delighted to have Jhanice Nelson, from the VSPCA Animal Humane Education Program visit us. The children were very engaging and learned a lot about caring for their animals. They were taught how to be kind to animals, and how to approach strange dogs, Preschool students, thoroughly enjoyed the display of props, and they excitingly passed around food bowls, stuffed animals, dog collars and leaches, toys and food. They also listened to each other’s heart beat using a stethoscope".
"... nurturing our children to respect and care for animals at a very early age help them see animals as individual beings with their own lives, needs, and interests.
When we are raised from infancy to care about the needs and interests of everyone, then our life choices cultivate a kinder, more just world for all"
"... animal humane education promotes and encourages character development by promoting respect and empathy toward people, animals and the environment; assists children in developing compassion, a sense of justice and respect for the value of all living beings, provide the knowldege and understanding necessary for children to resolve conflict situations and make responsible choices; fosters a sense of responsibility on the part of children to make choices and act upon their personal beliefs.
We believe that all children deserve the opportunity for humane education programming."