Cat House Builders

A One-Day Camp for Young Animal Lovers

Spend a fun, hands-on day at the Humane Society of North Central Florida! Explore shelter life, learn about dogs and cats, and put your creativity to work helping our shelter pets.

• Date: Monday, November 23, 2026
• Time: 9 a.m.–3 p.m. | Check-in begins at 8:45 a.m.
• Who: Grades 3–5 (ages 9–11)
• Location: Humane Society of North Central Florida, 4205 NW 6th Street, Gainesville
• Cost: $65
• Space: Limited to 10 campers. Advance registration required.

REGISTER HERE

What to Expect

Through staff-guided activities, animal interactions, and creative projects, campers will learn what shelter animals need to feel safe and comfortable, with a special focus on cats.

• Explore and tour the shelter: Meet our team and discover how we care for pets while they wait for loving homes.
• Understand animals: Learn how dogs and cats communicate through body language and how to interact with them respectfully.
• Create cozy cat houses: Upcycle cardboard boxes into places for our cats to hide and relax through designing, building, painting, and decorating.

The day balances group activities, time with animals, creative projects, and quiet observation, with breaks for lunch and snacks.

What to Bring and Wear

• Packed lunch and refillable water bottle
• Closed-toe shoes
• Clothes suitable for painting

All animal interactions depend on each animal’s comfort and availability.

All proceeds go toward supporting the animals in our care.

If you have any questions, please contact outreach@humanesocietyncfl.org.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

If you have any questions or are no longer able to attend, please contact us at events@humanesocietyncfl.org as soon as possible.

Whisker Workshops are designed to connect our community with the animals we serve while also raising critical funds for the Humane Society of North Central Florida. Your registration is considered a charitable donation that directly supports the care of homeless pets.

Because supplies, instructors, and workshop materials are purchased in advance based on registration, workshop registrations are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, we appreciate as much notice as possible. Many of our workshops have waitlists, and your cancellation may allow another participant the opportunity to attend while helping us prepare accordingly.

Thank you for supporting the Humane Society of North Central Florida. Every Whisker Workshop helps provide food, shelter, medical care, and second chances for the animals who need us most.

We look forward to seeing you soon!