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Humane Society of Greater Rochester

Virtual Classroom Programs


Lollypop Farm virtual classroom programs offer interactive, educational presentations about engaging and fun topics in humane education and animal welfare. Programs are tailored to the audience’s age level and interests and are available to groups of any kind, including schools, clubs, homeschool groups, learning pods, and community organizations.

Our Humane Educators will create a unique virtual program for you. Your program will include a fun and developmentally-appropriate activity, along with a live animal interaction!

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BowWow Academy: Dog Body Language & Bite Prevention

Participants will learn that all dogs have feelings and they communicate their emotions through body language. We will discover how to interpret a dog’s body language and how to stay safe around dogs.
  • Approximate Length: 45 minutes
  • Program Fee: $50 (up to 35 participants)
  • Scholarships available by application!
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Cats 101

Do you ever look at your cat and wonder what they are thinking? Some cats have illusive behavior that can be misunderstood by humans. During this workshop participants will learn how to understand what a cat is communicating.
  • Approximate Length: 45 minutes
  • Program Fee: $50 (up to 35 participants)
  • Scholarships available by application!
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PEP! Talk: 5 Steps to a Happy and Healthy Pet

This fun workshop to teach kids ‘The 5 Steps to a Happy and Healthy Pet!© PEP! Talks incorporate a variety of visuals, music, games, and prizes (shipped directly to you!) to engage kids on topics that promote responsible pet ownership!

 

Activity Options:

  • Approximate Length: 45 minutes
  • Program Fee: $75 (up to 35 participants)
  • Scholarships available by application!
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Down on the Farm

During this fun and interactive session, participants will explore the various types of animals that we care for at Lollypop Farm. We will learn about pigs, goats, sheep, llama, horses and even emus! Not only do you have  the choice of a classroom activity, but you will also have an opportunity to meet some farm animals!

 

Activity Options:

  • Approximate Length: 45 minutes
  • Program Fee: $50 (up to 35 participants)
  • Scholarships available by application!
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The PIG-Tacular Presentation!

Let’s face it, pigs are adorable! But what about pigs as pets? During this engaging presentation, participants will explore pigs, their behaviors and their needs.This program includes a fun developmentally-appropriate activity about pigs and a special live pig interaction!

 

Activity Options:

  • Program Fee: $50 (up to 35 participants)
  • Scholarships available by application!
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Horsin’ Around @ Lollypop Farm

Did you know that horses are able to interpret and sometimes mimic human emotions and feelings? Learn all about the wonders of the horses, the human-animal bond, and the concept of Natural Horsemanship. This program includes your choice of a fun developmentally-appropriate activity about horses and a special live horse interaction!

 

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  • Program Fee:
  • Scholarships available by application!
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Community Cats

Learn how to support our community cats. Working or feral cats may not be ideal house pets but they deserve to live healthy and full lives, while keeping their population controlled. You can help keep feline friends in your neighborhood safe.

 

Activity Options:

  • Approximate Length: 45 minutes
  • Program Fee: $50
  • Scholarships available by application!
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All About Lollypop Farm

How did Lollypop Farm get its name? What is the difference between Lollypop Farm, the Humane Society, and the SPCA? What programs and services are there to help animals? Learn more about the history of Lollypop Farm and how you can help homeless and abused pets.

 
  • Approximate Length: 45 minutes
  • Program Fee: $50
  • Scholarships available by application!
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Pet First Aid & CPR

Learn lifesaving skills to help protect your furry family member. This class is designed to help pet owners provide temporary, urgent care to pets until they can reach a veterinary or emergency clinic.

  • Age Range: 8+
  • Program Fee: $30 per person
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Paw Pals: Pet Sitters in Training

Interested in becoming a pet sitter? This course helps prepare youth and teens, ages 12 to 16 years, to provide safe reliable care for household pets.

  • Age Range: 8+
  • Program Fee: $30 per person
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