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How we helped Pet Care Trust through Pets in the Classroom
Quick Stats About Pet Care Trust:
![Group of young students lookin into a hamster cage](https://americanpetproducts.org/hubfs/Pets-in-the-Classom.jpg)
Programs
- Pets in the Classroom
- Dogs in the Classroom
242,142
Pets in the Classroom grants issued to teachers
9,600,000
students impacted through the Pets in the Classroom grant program
500 visits
from the Dogs in the Classroom dog therapy team to schools
About Pet Care Trust
The Pet Care Trust is a non-profit, private foundation that promotes public understanding regarding the value of and right to enjoy companion animals, enhances knowledge about companion animals through research and education, and promotes professionalism among members of the companion animal community.
The Pets in the Classroom program is an educational grant program that provides financial support to teachers for purchasing and maintaining small animals in the classroom. The program was established to give children the opportunity to interact with pets, an experience that can help shape their lives for years to come.
How APPA Gives Back with Pets in the Classroom
APPA provides ongoing support to Pets in the Classroom through annual contributions, fundraising campaigns and maintaining a leadership role in the organization.