Pet Set activities may include:

LEARNING

• From AHS/Community experts:
  • Investigations
  • Training
  • Ad Prep
  • Service dogs
  • Therapy animals
  • Rabbit agility
  • Veterinarian/Vet Tech
  • Wildlife
• From each other:
  • Present book/movie report to group
  • Bring in articles to discuss

ADVOCACY & PUBLIC EDUCATION

• Discuss current events
• Investigate state laws regarding animals
• Write letters to representatives
• Discuss AHS board policy statements on challenging issues
• Develop presentations on animal-related issues for parents/school/etc.
• Encourage local TV stations to air PSAs regarding dog fighting or other issues
• Create YouTube videos, MySpace pages, etc. to educate public

VOLUNTEER TRAINING*

• General AHS information/tour
• Animal breed and care information
• Animal handling skills training
• Customer service training

SERVICE

• Make blankets/toys, dog bandanas, etc.
• Organize donations drives or fundraisers
• Form a Walk For Animals team
• Staff a “Kids Zone” booth at the Walk
• “Adopt” and maintain a local dog park
• Develop and post flyers at local parks regarding pet care in cold/hot weather, leash laws, etc.
• Volunteer to help with AHS birthday parties
• Build animal equipment for AHS shelters
• Help AHS sites with facilities projects
• Other projects chosen/led by students

These ideas are just a start! PetSet members will have a significant voice in deciding what activities their group will pursue.

* Membership in the Pet Set does not guarantee that a student will be eligible to serve as a volunteer. All students must follow the standard volunteer application process, including a written application and interview.  Students age 16+ can apply to volunteer.