Sniffing Around SICSA
Where can people find dogs and cats at SICSA?
Pup Town and Kitty City
Who was the first dog you met at camp this week?
Lola
What are three steps you should take before approaching someone's dog?
Ask. Sniff. Pet.
How can a dog tell us he is happy?
Wagging his tail.
What is sticking your hands in kennels?
LAME!
Where do dogs go to exercise at the shelter?
The play yards
Name one of the cats you met this week.
Mama Hen
Tiny
Alanis
Etc.
Where are three places people can go to find a pet?
Which one should they avoid?
Pet Stores, Breeders, Animal Shelters
Pet Stores
What might a cat do to tell us to give them space?
Hiss
Growl
Show Teeth
What is one lesson you learned this week?
Animal Communication
How to find your perfect match
How to help homeless animals
etc.
Who takes care of the pets at SICSA?
Animal Care Staff/Veterinary Staff
What is the name of the dog that "works" at SICSA?
Maggie
Name one danger a homeless animal might face.
Illness
Injury
Lack of Food
Lack of Shelter
If a cat has wide eyes and "airplane ears", what are they probably feeling?
Nervous/Scared
How did we help animals this week?
Made them toys
Gave them treats
Spent quality time with them
Etc.
Who would you go to if you wanted to adopt a pet at SICSA?
An adoption counselor
Who is the biggest dog at SICSA?
Groot
What can happen if we don't spay our girl pets?
They can have too many puppies, or sometimes develop different diseases.
If a dog has raised fur on the back of their neck, stiff body language, and is showing their teeth, what are they saying?
"Stay away"
"Give me space"
"Leave me alone"
What are the special toys/treats/activities we give dogs called?
Enrichment
Name one place you can find a first aid kit at SICSA.
Front Desk
Pup Town
Kitty City
Who is the dog that has an entire bonding room to himself?
Bonsai
What is something you should think about when trying to find your "perfect match" in a pet?
Energy Level
Personality
Size
Your Lifestyle
What is the safest place to pet a new dog?
Back and shoulders
To feel safe.