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www.insideHALTON.com | OAKVILLE BEAVER | Thursday, March 21, 2013 | 16 Club members learn about animal adoption process continued from p.3 any allergies; are parents all in agreement we need the pet and why is that important," White said. McCarter says one of her favourite parts of being a club member is getting to pick a "kennel pal," which allows her to create adoption posters for her "pal" and follow it in its adoption process. "I like seeing all the updates and how my dog or cat is doing while waiting to be adopted," she said. "I just like being here and knowing in a way I'm helping out the animals." Meanwhile, the "kennel pal" activity gives club members the chance to understand that some animals get adopted faster than others and discuss why that happens. The Kindness Club runs three times during the school year (fall, winter and spring) with two sessions for juniors (6-8 year olds) and two for seniors (9-12 year olds) -- it meets once a week in the evening for eight weeks. The cost to enrol is $125 with the proceeds going to help run the club and fund other OMHS programs. Those interested can call the Community Outreach and Education Department at 905-845-1551, ext. 14 or 18 -- but with the increasing popularity of the club there may be a waiting list, notes White. "The kids really enjoy interacting with the animals, especially if they don't have any pets at home," she said. "I think they get a better understanding of animals, their relationship with them, how to care for the animals they might already have as part of their family, and there's an opportunity to experience an animal without having to bring it home. "In some cases, it results in the member and their family adopting an animal from the shelter." Not only does the club help spread awareness of how to be kind towards animals and why, but White says it's a good opportunity for children to understand how OMHS can help the community, for example if their pet goes missing, who they can call, or what they can do to prevent them from going missing. I think they get a better understanding of animals, their relationship with them, how to care for the animals they might already have as part of their family, and there's an opportunity to experience an animal without having to bring it home. In some cases, it results in the... (adoption of) an animal from the shelter. Kindness Club founder and OMHS manager of outreach and education Heather White coupon on event extended to monday! 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