American Humane Association Survey on Pets
In March 2012, the American Humane Association conducted a survey that speaks to the remarkable bond and loyalty between children and their pets. Pets in the Classroom wants to share the survey with you as it speaks to the importance of pets in the lives of children. Since not every child has the opportunity to have a pet at home, teachers have the unique opportunity of impacting the lives of their students in a way that will benefit them for years to come.
About the Survey:
The survey gathered information from adults on the effect of losing a pet during childhood. Although many adults in this survey reported to still be affected by the loss of a childhood pet, support for aiding the child-pet relationship in families is often lacking. American Humane Association hopes that this survey will guide future efforts in creating healthier and happier families and communities.
