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Episode 7: Transforming the Classroom with Pets & Fostering Pet Friendly Communities

Episode Details

This week, Chris and Kristen talk with Melinda Thomas of Pets in the Classroom, a program dedicated to improving and expanding the classroom experience for students. Melinda shares the incredible benefits this program has on students and how teachers can apply for grants to obtain a class pet, as well as other resources for teachers. Then, hear from Beth Miller from Wagtown, an organization working to foster more pet-friendly communities.

Special Guests:

  • - Melinda Thomas, Executive Director of Pets in the Classroom
  • - Beth Miller, Founder, President & CEO of Wagtown, Inc.

Pet Product Recommendations:

Q&A Topics:

  • - When to check in with your vet (Submitted by Brian from Orlando, FL)
  • - New pet health innovations (Submitted by Tamra from Savannah, GA)
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  • Related Links:
  • - Pets in the Classroom
  • - Wagtown
  • - Pets Add Life
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Presented by: American Pet Products Association (APPA) & DOGTV

Episode Transcript

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00:00:00:01 - 00:00:14:10Voice OverPets add life. Your guide to the latest in pet trends, products and the joy of the human animal bond with Kristen Levine and Chris Bonifati powered by the American Pet Products Association and Dog TV.00:00:14:12 - 00:00:15:18Kristen.

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