Pets In the Classroom
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Pets in the Classroom is an educational grant program that provides financial support to teachers.
The Pets in the Classroom grant program is an educational grant program which provides financial support to teachers (who often have very limited funding) to purchase and maintain small animals in the classroom. The program was established by the Pet Care Trust to provide children with an opportunity to interact with pets—an experience that can help to shape their lives for years to come. The Pet Care Trust is A non-profit private foundation under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code; contributions to the The Pet Care Trust, a pet foundation, are tax deductible as charitable contributions.
10/10/2026
Supporting mental health starts with creating safe, grounded spaces where students feel seen and supported. 💚✨
Behind every calm moment in the classroom is often a small, silent partner. Classroom pets give students a safe way to pause, regulate their emotions, and build self-awareness when school days feel overwhelming.
Swipe to see how classroom pets impact student mental health & social-emotional growth:
➡️ 93% decrease in student anxiety
➡️ 97% increase in empathy & compassion
➡️ 89% improvement in student self-esteem
How does your classroom pet help your students reset during stressful moments? Share your stories below!
10/08/2026
Need a moment of calm?
"Whenever my students feel anxious, nervous, or just overwhelmed, they know they can go to the fish tank, pull up a chair, and just stare at the fish until they’re ready to come back to class." — Leticia Sanders, Pets in the Classroom grant recipient
As October work gets underway, keeping students emotionally grounded is key to academic success. Discover how classroom pets build empathy, responsibility, and confidence, and hear from teachers who are bringing these benefits to life in their classrooms every day! Link is in the comments to our latest article!
Caring for a pet breaks down emotional barriers that traditional lessons can't. 97% of teachers report increased social cooperation and empathy. Share your classroom pet story in the comments!
10/05/2026
Did you know it's ?🎉 Let's celebrate the incredible educators who light up the classroom with passion and dedication! Your efforts create unforgettable learning experiences, especially with the magic of classroom pets.
Thank you for making a lasting impact on young lives!
Are you a teacher dreaming of a classroom pet? Or know someone who deserves one? We’ve got grants to help make it happen!
Learn more or apply at www.petsintheclassroom.org.
Tag a teacher who inspires you! ❤️
10/03/2026
If you want to know the impact of a Pets in the Classroom grant, we can share data... or we can show them these sweet drawings of Chewy from educator Lori Campione’s students!
Behind these drawings is real child development in action:
Emotional Regulation: Physical contact with a class pet lowers stress and calms anxious minds.
Attendance: A pet gives children a sense of belonging and a reason to look forward to school.
Empathy & Pet Care: Daily care routines build real-world responsibility and an understanding of another’s’ needs.
Our latest teacher survey confirms what these drawings show:
✔️ 97% of teachers report growth in student empathy.
✔️ 93% observe reduced anxiety after introducing a class pet.
Through the Pets in the Classroom Grant Program, we help teachers bring small animals and supplies into their learning spaces.
👉 Teachers: Grants are open right now! Head to the link in our bio to apply in under 10 minutes!
👉 Donors & Partners: Learn how you can support more classrooms at PetsintheClassroom.org.
Students don't always remember every bulletin board or lesson plan, but they always remember the class pet who helped them feel safe, calm, and excited to learn. 🐸❤️
Classroom pets play a huge role in boosting attendance, lowering anxiety, and inspiring social and emotional growth in students. If you’ve been on the fence about getting a class pet, we’re here to help! Our grant program covers startup costs and maintenance so you can enhance learning without stressing your budget. Apply for your grant at the link in our bio!
🔗Teachers, if you have a classroom pet, has this been your experience? We’d love to hear your favorite story in the comments!
Every class pet story starts somewhere! 🐹❤️ Drop your favorite early-year classroom pet memory or photo in the comments/DMs. Let’s show educators everywhere how much joy, connection, and learning a pet brings to the first weeks of school!
09/22/2026
Calling all teachers! What’s you top choice for a classroom pet?
From gentle guinea pigs to soothing aquariums, classroom pets create unforgettable learning opportunities for students. We compiled the top 5 choices requested by teachers through the Pets in the Classroom grant program.
Check out our blog to learn how to choose the best fit for your room. Comment “choices” and we’ll send you the link.
Drop a comment below: What pet do you have (or wish you had) in your classroom?
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