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Camp Joybound – Week of July 20

Summer Break Camp

A young boy in a blue tie-dye shirt kneels on the floor, reaching out to gently touch a gray tabby kitten. The kitten is eating from a metal bowl on the ground. The setting appears to be a bright indoor area with animal enclosures in the background.
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campers in attendance

We’re thrilled to have completed our fifth Camp Joybound session of Summer 2026! This week of fun included interactive experiences with departments and programs spanning across our Walnut Creek headquarters. Campers were able to meet with Joybound’s shelter animals, as well as Pet Hug Pack therapy animals.

Thank you to everyone who signed their camper up for Camp Joybound. You’re helping us inspire the next generation of animal lovers! Did you know you can host your child’s next birthday at Joybound? Book your reservation today!

“I learned about animal body language and how to train my dog more and how to make homemade treats.”

– Quinn, Cam Joybound Participant
  • A young girl wearing a yellow shirt with a smiley face and pink pants sits on the floor next to a small brown dog wearing a harness. The girl pets the dog while other children are seen in the background, and chairs are visible around them.
  • A boy wearing a blue shirt and gray sweatpants lies on the floor with two kittens climbing on his back. One kitten is gray and the other is brown with spots. The background is minimal, with a light-colored wall and smooth flooring.
  • Four girls gathered around a structure made from cardboard at a camp activity. The girls are sitting on the floor; two are smiling while one holds up a peace sign. The background includes large windows and a wall with artwork.
  • Three children pose around a cardboard box, inside which sits a brown tabby cat. A girl in a blue shirt smiles at the camera, while a boy in a green shirt and another boy in a black shirt stand beside her. The background features educational posters.
  • A group of six children wearing gloves sit together on a bench. They are dressed in various colorful shirts and pants, and some have name tags. A framed picture is visible on the wall behind them.
  • A large Saint Bernard dog lies on the floor while four girls crouch around it, gently petting its fur. The setting appears to be a cozy indoor space with warm lighting and minimal furniture visible in the background.
  • A girl wearing a white shirt and maroon pants kneels on a mat, playing with a wand toy. A gray cat approaches her while an orange and white cat sits on a shelf in the background. Two other children are partially visible behind her.

Youth Programs & Events

We offer seasonal camps during Spring break and through the Summer, in addition to occasional one-offs at various dates throughout the year. Plus, we have a variety of family-friendly events and youth programming for your young animal-lover!

A colorful birthday party setup featuring several party hats in vibrant colors, a decorated table with a festive tablecloth, and a gift bag with pink tissue paper. A stuffed dog toy sits on the table, adding a playful touch.

Birthday Parties

Does your special birthday kid love dogs and cats? Throw their celebration at a venue filled with wagging tails and purring hearts!

A person with curly hair holds two playful puppies, one black and one brindle, with their tongues out. The setting appears casual, and the image highlights the act of rescuing animals in need.

Teen Volunteering

Volunteering helps teens grow as individuals and stand out on college and scholarship applications by showing initiative, dedication, and a commitment to social good.

Events

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More Joybound Happenings

We feed our animals high-quality Purina pet food.

You can find all our adorable, adoptable animals on Petfinder

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