CARE CENTER NEWS
Pet U: Learning to Care for Pets
A collaborative effort of the CARE Center and the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine
Pre-Registration required; Online registration available
learn more - view class schedule
Scholarships available through the Helping Paw Fund
Learn about the Central Illinois Animal Welfare Coalition (CIAWC)
Browse books and gifts available from the CARE Center
Watch for a new and improved CARE Center website coming soon!
HELPING PAW FUND
The Helping Paw Fund was created to provide financial assistance to people for the care of their companion animals in times of crisis or financial instability. The fund provides assistance for medical care, including spay/neuter surgeries, and behavioral consultations in East-Central Illinois. Gifts are generally limited to $150 at this time. Download more information and an application.
The CARE Center is here to help people develop a harmonious relationship with their pets.
The CARE Center strives to offer our community education and resources that foster a mutually supportive bond between companion animals and people. Through our classes and programs, we hope to give people a better understanding of their pet’s basic needs.
Beyond that, we strive to help open the lines of communication between companion animals and their people. Oftentimes when animals "misbehave" they are not intentionally causing trouble; they're just doing what comes naturally to them. Likewise, humans often respond to animal behavior in a way that makes sense to other humans, but hopelessly confuses the animal.
The misunderstandings that arise between people and their pets can have dire consequences for both. Through education, we can enrich the lives of people and the animal companions that share their homes and community.
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CALENDAR
September 13 - Feline Wellness: A Guide to a Lifetime of Wellness for Your Cat, part of the Pet U series, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
October 11 - Caring for Your Aging Pet, part of the Pet U series, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
November 8 - Selecting the Right Pet for You, part of the Pet U series, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
December 13 - The Basics of the Pet Food Label, part of the Pet U series, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
January 10 - Exercising With Your Pet, part of the Pet U series, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
February 7 - Pets, Babies and Toddlers, part of the Pet U series, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
March 14 - Communicating With Our Best Friend: Understanding the Body Language of Dogs, part of the Pet U series, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
April 11 - Dog Parks and Day Care: Assessing Your Dog and Evaluating Group Dynamics, part of the Pet U series, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
May 7 - Red Cross First Aid and CPR, part of the Pet U series, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Illinois Residents:
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