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      • Pet adoptions Helping 11M+ pets find homes through in-store adoptions
      • Ending pet hunger Funding food banks and meal programs to fill pet bowls
      • Accessible veterinary care Investing $100M to make vet care affordable for every family
      • Disaster response Responding to natural disasters with funding to support pets and families
      • Our research Sharing research & industry best practices you can put to work
      • Community stories Real impact stories from the pets and people behind our grants
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      • Pet care assistance Affordable Veterinary Care Finder + pet care tips
      • New pet tips Tips for every stage of life with your pet
      • Disaster relief help Learn how keep your pet safe in a disaster
      • The 3-3-3 Welcome Window The 3-3-3 rule helps you understand what that transition can look like and how to support your pet as they settle in.

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      • Adoption partners Get guidance on managing in-store adoption programs and information on grants and incentives, marketing tools and staying in compliance.
      • Disaster response grants When disasters strike, organizations with pet-focused services, or human services organizations that include pet service can apply for grants in the wake of natural disasters. Learn more here and apply all year-round.
      • Access to veterinary care grants Supporting pathways to more accessible, flexible veterinary care, these grants are designed to address barriers, expand services, and prepare the next generation of practitioners.
      • Become a partner Partner with PetSmart Charities to transform the lives of pets and people, together. Start here to learn more about becoming an adoption partner or grantee.
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    • What We Do

      View overview View overview
      • Pet adoptions Helping 11M+ pets find homes through in-store adoptions
      • Ending pet hunger Funding food banks and meal programs to fill pet bowls
      • Accessible veterinary care Investing $100M to make vet care affordable for every family
      • Disaster response Responding to natural disasters with funding to support pets and families
      • Our research Sharing research & industry best practices you can put to work
      • Community stories Real impact stories from the pets and people behind our grants
      • Adopt a Pet Search adoptable pets near you and find an adoption center or event today.
    • Resources For Your Pet

      View overview View overview
      • Pet care assistance Affordable Veterinary Care Finder + pet care tips
      • New pet tips Tips for every stage of life with your pet
      • Disaster relief help Learn how keep your pet safe in a disaster
      • The 3-3-3 Welcome Window The 3-3-3 rule helps you understand what that transition can look like and how to support your pet as they settle in.

For Partners

    • Current partners

      • Adoption partners Get guidance on managing in-store adoption programs and information on grants and incentives, marketing tools and staying in compliance.
      • Disaster response grants When disasters strike, organizations with pet-focused services, or human services organizations that include pet service can apply for grants in the wake of natural disasters. Learn more here and apply all year-round.
      • Access to veterinary care grants Supporting pathways to more accessible, flexible veterinary care, these grants are designed to address barriers, expand services, and prepare the next generation of practitioners.
      • Become a partner Partner with PetSmart Charities to transform the lives of pets and people, together. Start here to learn more about becoming an adoption partner or grantee.
      • Become a sponsor Explore PetSmart Charities’ current sponsorships and learn how to get started.

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