NAC028 - Niner Academy: Animal Science
Course Overview
For Teens Who Love Animals and Want to Make a Difference
Are you passionate about animals and curious about how to care for them responsibly? Animal Science is a hands-on, career-focused camp designed for high school students in grades 9–12 who want to explore animal health, behavior, and well-being—while learning how animal care professionals support pets and communities.
With a special focus on common companion animals like cats and dogs, campers build a foundation in animal care and welfare while discovering meaningful ways to get involved.
Explore Animal Health, Behavior & Well-Being
Throughout the week, students dive into the core principles of animal care, learning what animals need to thrive physically and emotionally. Camp activities encourage observation, critical thinking, and compassionate decision-making.
Topics May Include
- Basic animal health and wellness fundamentals.
- Understanding behavior, body language, and stress signals in pets.
- Responsible pet ownership and humane care practices.
- Ethical decision-making in animal welfare and care settings.
Learn How Animal Welfare Works in the Real World
Campers explore how communities protect and support animals through shelters, rescues, and welfare programs. Students learn how rescue operations function and how individuals can help animals in need.
Real-World Welfare Experiences Include
- Understanding rescue operations and shelter environments.
- Learning about fostering, adoption, and humane animal advocacy.
- Exploring volunteer pathways and service opportunities for teens.
- Seeing how local shelters impact animal care and community health.
Meet Professionals in Animal Care & Veterinary Science
Campers hear from guest speakers working in animal care and veterinary-related fields, gaining firsthand insight into day-to-day responsibilities, required training, and different career paths supporting animal health and welfare.
Explore Careers with Animals
Whether you’re dreaming of becoming a veterinarian, animal rescuer, shelter advocate, or a future animal care professional, this camp helps you understand the pathways, skills, and experiences that can support your goals.
Great Fit For Students Interested In
- Veterinary medicine and veterinary assisting
- Animal rescue, shelter work, and animal welfare advocacy
- Animal behavior, training, and enrichment
- STEM pathways connected to animal health and biology
What Campers Take Away
- A stronger understanding of animal health, behavior, and welfare.
- Practical insight into shelters, rescue work, and fostering.
- Greater awareness of how to help animals in their community.
- Career exploration and inspiration from professionals in the field.
- Confidence to take next steps toward animal-related opportunities.
Start Your Journey Toward a Future Helping Animals Thrive
Animal Science is the perfect camp for teens who want to learn, serve, and explore a future working with animals. Join us for a week of discovery and leave with the knowledge and inspiration to make a real difference—one paw at a time.