Pets at Home in Newport is offering free, interactive ‘My Pet Pals’ workshops until 28th April 2019.
The workshops will focus on caring for small furries, such as guinea pigs, gerbils and rabbits, teaching children the responsibilities of owning them but also how rewarding these pets can be and how to care for them. Children will also learn how to interact with them safely too.
Taking place in store every day at 11:30, the workshops are aimed at children between the ages of 5-11 and will be hosted by the friendly and knowledgeable Pets at Home pet care advisors.
Darrell Wallace, store manager at the Isle of Wight Pets at Home, said:
“The My Pet Pals workshops demonstrate how rewarding pets can be and how to care for them, making sure parents and kids understand pet welfare and responsible pet ownership. It’s a great way of learning how to keep small furries happy and healthy during a fun and hands-on experience!”
The workshops will cover the 5 key welfare needs for each – shelter, food and water, good health, appropriate company and the right living environment. Each workshop lasts 30 minutes and is free to attend.
Bookings can be made at petsathome.com/petworkshops.
All kids attending workshops will receive an exciting activity book, pet stickers and colouring sheets.
