At Home Resources & Activites

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 shelter pets.

"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: Repurpose old cardboard boxes into multi-level play areas for cats. Cut out doors and windows, stack them up, and let the feline fun begin!

  (https://www.thehonestkitchen.com/blogs/diy/diy-10-steps-for-building-your-own-cardboard-cat-castle?srsltid=AfmBOopzjyv_2FJjqVxeTbUGgP20AJJyoZdbYYxpy55nBQCQPQkIx5lT)

• 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)

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