Honestly, I'd prefer that nobody had classroom pets. It stresses the animal out to know end with all the loud children in the classroom. Most of the animals either get too much attention, or very little. I remember when I was in Grade five we had a rabbit. The rabbit was completely overwhelmed by all the kids trying to touch/hold/pet it. I also remember in grade seven when we got fish and everyone ignored them etc. Also, It must be really stressful to the animal when it is being moved around every weekend etc. I really just don't think it is a goodd idea. Kids should be taught how to care for pets, however, it's not like they are getting the full view on how to take care of one. I know for certain that most kids aren't asked to clean the cages/tank etc.