WCAC - Deck the Howls! 2024

WCAC is partnering with dozens of other pet shelters across the country to paw-ticipate in a national howliday and gives back to our furry friends!

Children (ages 4-12) will have the opportunity to read to shelter pets, decorate cookies, create an ornament, and visit with Santa. For Deck the Howls, children are invited to share the holiday spirit with adoptable pets by cozying up in their favorite pajamas and reading holiday stories provided by the Franklin Public library to furry friends. The children benefit by practicing their reading skills in front of a non-judgmental audience and developing empathy to help make compassionate, responsible choices when interacting with animals in the future. There will also be an opportunity to decorate cookies, create an ornament, and meet the big man himself, Santa!

We will also be hosting a Teddy Bear Repair Clinic. Kids are encouraged to bring their well loved stuffed animal or their dog’s favorite stuffy that needs to be stitched up!

The animals benefit by learning how to relax around visitors, leading to quicker adoptions. Space is limited, reserve your child's spot today!

For more information on registration, please contact Evan Smith at Evan.Smith@williamsoncounty-tn.gov . For more information about class details, please contact Penny Adams at Penny.Adams@williamsoncounty-tn.gov