West Suburban Humane Society

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WSHS University

Welcome to WSHS University where we will be bringing you videos on humane education topics made by our volunteers and staff.

WSHS University - Fostering puppies - Intro

May 13, 2020

Welcome back to WSHS University where our first several lessons are on how to foster brand new kittens and puppies (and their mommas)! This first puppy video introduces you to WSHS volunteer Mindy (day job: dog trainer at Enjoy Your Dog) and her foster dog Oreo who gave birth to 8 puppies a few weeks ago. Thanks for being our instructor today, Mindy! For more information on fostering, check out: https://wshs-dg.org/get-involved/fo...

WSHS University - How to foster kittens - Intro

May 13, 2020

Welcome to WSHS University! We're going to bring you videos made by our volunteers and staff on how to foster puppies and kittens! This first video introduces you to WSHS staffer Lexi and her foster cat Rapunzel who gave birth to 3 kittens about a week ago. If you have questions for Lexi, comment below and she'll cover them in a future class! Thanks for being our instructor today, Lexi! For more information on fostering, check out: https://wshs-dg.org/get-involved/fo...

WSHS University - puppy fostering 2 - nursing pups!

May 13, 2020

Welcome back to WSHS University! In this video, Mindy, our puppy foster mom, talks about nursing pups and the common issue of mastitis. Mom Oreo and pups are doing fantastic!

WSHS University - kitten and momma cat foster care set up

May 13, 2020

Continuing our WSHS University series with a video by Lexi regarding herf foster kitten setup! This post covers having multiple places for momma cat to move her kittens around (which she will want to do) and to start training desirable behaviors such as using scratching posts (that starts early!). Watch it here; we promise there won't be a quiz, just cute kittens:

WSHS University - early puppy development

May 13, 2020

In this WSHS University video, volunteer Mindy talks about early puppy development. Did you know that exposing puppies to noises and different surfaces helps their confidence throughout their entire life? Watch to find out more (and for seriously cute puppy playtime in which puppy Mackinac Fudge tries to steal the show...)!

WSHS University - weaning puppies and first "puppy food" meals

May 13, 2020

It's WSHS University class time! Today, Mindy talks about weaning puppies and getting them on solid-ish food. Mindy references "puppy milk" in the video which is specific milk for puppies/kittens, typically goat milk based. The adorable view of puppies in grass can't be missed!

WSHS University - Giving back your foster

May 13, 2020

One of the things we hear most is "How do you give back your foster animals?" and "Isn't it too hard to give them up?" In this video, four of the eight "ice cream" puppies have been divided into other homes, so Mindy talks about what it's like to "give up" a foster. Hint: the reward outweighs the temporary sadness!

WSHS University - Emergency Planning for your Pet's Care

Jun 04, 2020

Do you have a plan in place should something happen to you during this Covid pandemic (or even while out running errands)? You should! Watch this video for 3 steps you can take to ensure your pets are taken care of if you aren't available.

WSHS University/Enjoy Your Dog presents: How to choose the right dog and basics of dog ownership

Aug 25, 2020

How do you choose the right dog for your lifestyle? What do you need and how much should you budget for your dog's care? Watch as Enjoy Your Dog's Pam Yano answers these questions and more!

Fostering 101

Jun 22, 2021

Do you wonder what it's like to foster a dog through WSHS? Get all of your questions answered! If you have questions that weren't answered in the video, drop them in a comment!

Kid's Camps

Kid’s Camps

One-Day Camps (grades K-8)

Join us for crafts, games, and activities while we explore how we care for our animals at WSHS and how to be safe around them as well. Each One-Day camp runs from 9:00 am-12:00pm. These camps are limited to 12 children, and we ask for a donation of $75.00 per child to participate.

February 16, 2026

March 27, 2026

To register, go to: https://WSHSClasses.givesmart.com

Summer Camp Registration Begins March 1, 2026

See dates and descriptions of each camp below.

2026 Summer Camps at West Suburban Humane Society

Animal Friends Camp

For kids entering grades 2 & 3 in Fall, 2026

Why does a cat meow and a dog bark? Learn about how animals communicate with people. There will be fun activities, crafts, and lots of interaction with our shelter animals.

Session A: June 8- June 12: 10:00 am- noon

Session B: June 8-June 12: 1:00 pm -3:00 pm

Session C: June 15-June 19: 10:00 am- noon

Session D: June 15-June 19: 1:00 pm -3:00 pm

Animal Care Camp

For kids entering grades 4 & 5 in Fall, 2026

Do you want to learn to care for your 4-legged friends? Come spend a week learning about and caring for our cats and dogs.

Session A; June 22–June 26 - 10:00 am- noon

Session B: June 22–June 26 - 1:00 pm-3:00 pm

Session C: July 6-July 10: 10:00 am-noon

Session D: July 6-July 10: 1:00 pm-3:00 pm

Session E: July 27-July 31: 10:00 am-noon

Session F: July 27-July 31: 1:00 pm-3:00 pm

Session G: August 3- August 7: 10:00 am- noon

Session H: August 3-August 7: 1:00 pm-3:00 pm

Animal Investigators Camp

For kids entering grades 6, 7, & 8 in Fall, 2026

Discover all the hidden secrets about animals and their environments and learn some impactful ways to make a difference. You'll interact with our cats, dogs and other animal guests.

Session A: July 13–July 17: 10:00 am - noon

Session B: July 13–July 17: 1:00 pm-3:00 pm

Session C: July 20-July 24: 10:00 am-noon

Session D: July 20-July 24: 1:00 pm-3:00 pm

Teen Camp Assistants We are looking for Teen Camp Assistants! (TCA's) Teens entering grades 9-12 will support summer camp staff and act as role models as they guide campers in crafts and games, engage campers in lessons, and assist with animal guests. TCA's should enjoy working with children and animals, are good team players, and are enthusiastic self- starters.