Vet Students Assist Local Police Animal Shelter

About the Program

Category: Civic Education and Public Information

Year: 2023

Students in the veterinary science program at Henrico County Public Schools’ Advanced Career Education Center at Hermitage High School began working with the Henrico Division of Police animal shelter one day a week to assist staff with the general care of animals. Students gained experience practicing grooming, bathing and general routine care of animals. Sometimes these animals have been neglected or abandoned by their owners. This endeavor provides extra care for animals  waiting for adoption or  abandoned animals and valuable hands-on experience for students.