University Animal Hospital is dedicated to animal welfare.  This not only means practicing the best possible medicine, but also teaching others about pet care.  As part of our community outreach program, we offer classes for children, teens and adults.  These classes are co-sponsored by Tempe Parks and Recreation and are offered 4 times a year.  Please call Univeristy Animal Hospital at 480-968-9275 and ask to speak to Eva Vichules.

Classes for Children

Dogs 101: Learn the joys and responsibilities of pet ownership with fun games, handouts, videos and a dog to interact with as well as a tour of the animal hospital and kennels.  This is a fun class for kids whether or not they have a dog or are thinking about getting one.  Parents are welcome.  For ages 1st grade and up.

Kritters and Little Kids: A one day class about pets.  Included will be a hands on experience with animals, fun take home handouts, a simple art project, a story and music and a tour of the animal hospital and kennels.  Parents are welcome.  For ages 4-5 years.

Kritters and Kids: Learn how to care for our furry and scaly friends.  Different animal visitors will come to each class.  Games, videos, fun handouts, stories and art activities are included.  A tour of the animal hospital and boarding kennels is also part of the class.  Parents are welcome.  For ages 1st grade and up.

Classes for Adults and Teens

Save-A-Pet: Taught by the veterinarians of University Animal Hospital, this class covers such areas as first aid for pets, injuries, poisoning, household and environmental hazards, and CPR (cardio pulmonary resuscitation).  Tips on pet care and general health are also included, as well as hands on CPR with the Resuscidog (a canine version of ResusciAnnie).  There will be a question and answer segment as well as a tour of the hospital and boarding kennels.  A power point presentation and informative booklet are also included.  For ages 15 years to adult.

Dog Grooming 101: In this class you will learn how to keep your dog looking great in between professional grooming sessions.  Taught by an experienced, professional groomer; it will cover proper bathing, brushing, deshedding techniques, nail trimming, skin care for wrinkled breeds and the best grooming tools and products to buy.  For ages 15 years to adult.

The Purrfect Cat: If you want a handsome/beautiful feline this is the class for you.  Taught by a professional, experienced groomer, you will receive instruction using a demonstration cat in brushing, nail trimming, washing, ear cleaning and general inspection of your cat.  For ages 15 to adult.

Educational Tours

We also offer educational tours for children of all ages and their families, scouts, school and neighborhood groups.  The tours consist of an educational session at which time age appropriate materials will be distributed in addition to discussion and a video.  Safety around animals is stressed.  Children will then have a tour of the facility including the grooming salon, surgery, pharmacy, laboratory, treatment area, cat condo and dog kennel.  They will have an opportunity to interact with some of the animals.

To arrange for a tour, please call Eva Vichules at 480-968-9275.  Arrangements for school visits can also be made at this number.  Please call at least two weeks in advance if possible.