At Home Resources & Activities
Helping animals in need can be a blast, even from your own home! Get ready to become a Humane Hero with these fun and educational activities that make a real difference in the lives of your very own pets or a pet in need at the adoption center!
View the links below for ideas of how to get started!
"No-Sew" Pet Blankets: Turn old T-shirts or fleece fabric into cozy bedding. All you need are scissors and an adult's help to cut and tie the edges into fringe.
https://www.dalmatiandiy.com/ridiculously-easy-diy-no-sew-dog-or-anyone-blanket/
DIY Pet Toys: Braid old T-shirts into fun tug-o'-war ropes for dogs, or make simple catnip-filled fabric mice or balls using scrap material and a little stitching (again, ask an adult for help!).
https://www.instructables.com/Easy-Upcycled-Tshirt-to-Dog-Toy/
Kitty Castles: Re purpose old cardboard boxes into multi-level play areas for cats. Cut out doors and windows, stack them up, and let the feline fun begin!
Snuffle Mats & Puzzle Toys: Make snuffle mats from an old towel and fabric strips to hide treats in, giving dogs and cats a fun nose-work game and mental workout.
https://www.millcreekvet.com/resources/blog/may-2023/d-i-y-snuffle-mat
DIY Dog Treats:
https://bestfriends.org/stories/features/homemade-dog-treat-recipes-holidays
More DIY Canine Enrichment:
https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/dog-care/canine-diy-enrichment
