The Placer SPCA offers a variety of opportunities for scouts and may be able to work with you to create a program that will meet scout requirements.

The following programs were designed specifically for Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts:

GIRL SCOUT PROGRAMS

Print a PDF of Girl Scout Programs.

BROWNIE PROGRAM (1 hour - $30.00 per troop)

“Pets” Badge (Designed to meet Girl Scout “Pets” Badge requirements)
What three different kinds of pets need
Keeping our pets comfy, healthy and safe
Making our pets feel loved while staying safe

JUNIOR GIRL SCOUTS (2 hours - $40.00 per troop - includes certificate)

The Placer SPCA Pet Care Badge: (NOT an official Girl Scout Badge)
What it means to be a responsible pet owner
The importance of spaying and neutering
How to keep our pets healthy, happy and safe
How to stay safe around animals
Things young people can do to help animals

CADET AND SENIOR SCOUTS (2 hours - $40.00 per troop - includes certificate)

The Placer SPCA Pet Care Badge: (NOT an official Girl Scout Badge)
Caring, Respect and Responsibility toward people and animals
Why animals end up in shelters or being mistreated
The importance of spaying and neutering
Recognizing neglect or cruelty and what to do about it
What can be done to help homeless animals

If you would like to receive information regarding Placer SPCA boy scout programs, please contact humaneedu@placerspca.org or (916) 782-7722 for more information.

In addition, each program includes a tour of our Animal Care Center where participants will have an opportunity to view (but not touch) adoptable animals.

The above programs are available on a first-come, first-serve basis and require payment in advance. Programs can be scheduled Tuesday through Friday or Sunday during our regular business hours. Programs can be held at our location in Roseville or at our Pet Adoption and Resource Center in Auburn. To schedule a program, please call 916-782-7722 ext. 253 or (530) 885-7387 ext. 253 or email: humaneedu@placerspca.org.

Please note: The Placer SPCA does not provide the Girl Scout badges for the Brownie “Pets” Badge program.

Scout groups may also participate in our Guided Tour program or request additional programs or subject matter. We would be happy to provide a list of possible service projects for scout troops who would like to do a service project to benefit the homeless animals at the Placer SPCA. Please contact our Education Department at 916-782-7722 or (530) 885-7387 ext. 253 or email us at humaneedu@placerspca.org to obtain a list of suggested projects.

Please note, service projects do not include working in the Animal Care Center or with the animals.

For more information contact Placer SPCA by calling (916) 782-SPCA (7722) or (530) 885-PETS (7387), send us email or complete our online information request.