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APC Elevates Dog Training Programs with Embark Harness Co. Partnership
Ensuring our students train with high quality products has always been a priority at The Academy of Pet Careers. This is especially important for our dog training students, who receive toolkits during their programs. This is not only to use during their schooling, but to take with them into their new careers. APC is excited to announce that we…
Read MoreThe APC’s Newest Graduate Resource: Petbizology
The Academy of Pet Careers is expanding its student resources. Job placement assistance is highly sought after at APC, and we are always searching for ways to help our graduates get jobs. But what about our graduates who want to be entrepreneurs? We are excited to announce our partnership with Petbizology, a marketing agency designed…
Read MoreThe Evolution of The Academy of Pet Careers: A 30-Year Journey
On July 1, 1993, the birth of the Petropolis Academy took place. Established under the patronage of Petropolis Pet Resort and its visionary, Dr. Paul Schifano, The Petropolis Academy was inaugurated with the introduction of its first dog grooming program. But this initial semester was quickly and unexpectedly interrupted. In August 1993, the infamous flood of…
Read MoreAcademy of Pet Careers and CARE STL Partner for ‘Giveback Day’ to Improve Animal Welfare
St. Louis, MO, June 20, 2023 – The Academy of Pet Careers (APC), a premier institution for pet-oriented professions in the greater St. Louis area, is pleased to announce its annual “Giveback Day” on July 7, 2023. This day underscores APC’s commitment to community service and animal welfare by supporting the activities at the Care…
Read MoreIntroducing: APC Give Back Days
ST CHARLES, MO – December 4, 2022 – The Academy of Pet Careers is committed to helping the people and pets in their community. Our Staff and Students have a huge heart for the pets and the people around them, so we have developed APC Give Back Days! Our way of making this happen,…
Read MoreOur Response To COVID-19
Update 6.1.20 – All classes are currently in session and in person school visits have continued. We are continuing to follow safety protocols recommended by St. Charles county and the CDC for the safety of all students and guests. Update 5.7.20 – St. Charles County has officially lifted their stay-at-home order, but construction on the…
Read MoreNew Veterinary Assistant School in St. Louis
ST LOUIS, MO – January 13, 2020 – With the recent closing of Vatterott College, not far behind Hickey and Sanford Brown, the St. Louis veterinary community is left with an unprecedented demand for qualified pet professionals. The Academy of Pet Careers hopes to fill this void by opening St. Louis’ only Vet Assistant School. …
Read MoreThe Academy of Pet Careers Raises the Bar for Pet Education with New $6 Million Facility
ST LOUIS, MO – January 7, 2020 – The demand for educated pet professionals is drastically increasing. With this change, The Academy of Pet Careers has outgrown their 5,000 square foot facility and, in the spring of 2020, will open the doors of their new 35,000 square foot educational center. The facility will be located…
Read MoreFree Pet Handling and Safety Education for Rescue Workers and Volunteers
ST LOUIS, MO – October 24, 2019 – Current news in the St. Louis area is shining a light on the harsh truths about working in the pet rescue field. Pet rescues and volunteers are challenged with providing quality care to pets without the resources and training to do it safely and humanely. It is…
Read MoreScholarship Recipient Aspires to Start Her Own Service Dog Company
ST LOUIS, MO – July 17, 2019 – Cassandra Christensen was recently awarded the Hannelore Bugby Scholarship for Female Entrepreneurs by The Academy of Pet Careers. This scholarship is only offered once per year to a female student who shows ambition and aspires to start her own pet business. The ideal candidate is one who wishes…
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