{"id":881,"date":"2022-10-19T18:12:25","date_gmt":"2022-10-19T17:12:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/?p=881"},"modified":"2024-02-18T14:03:27","modified_gmt":"2024-02-18T14:03:27","slug":"pet-statistics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/pet-statistics\/","title":{"rendered":"30 Pet Statistics for 2024: By the Numbers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re American and an animal lover, it\u2019s very likely you\u2019ve owned a pup or a kitty your entire life. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pet statistics<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> show that US households are the most likely to have a pet compared to the rest of the world.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you have a cat, dog, bird, guinea pig, bunny, or reptile, this article will provide you with the most relevant facts and figure you want to know.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id='top-ten-pet-statistics-for-2024'><strong>Top Ten Pet Statistics for 2024<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>6.3 million pets<\/strong> enter animal shelters annually across the US.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s estimated that around <strong>920,000 animals<\/strong> are euthanized in shelters every year.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Around 90% of lost pets are found <strong>within 12 hours<\/strong> if the owner searches for them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>70% of households<\/strong> in the US own at least one pet.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Americans spent around <strong>$123.6 billion<\/strong> on their pets in 2021.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>81% of dog owners<\/strong> in the UK give their pets birthday or holiday presents.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Around <strong>1 in 10 people<\/strong> are allergic to pets.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The exotic pet trade is hosted on over <strong>1,000 websites<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>79% of pet owners<\/strong> state that their pets have helped them reduce stress.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Owning a dog may decrease the risk of heart disease-related <strong>death by 36%<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id='pets-in-shelters-overpopulation-and-abandonment'><strong>Pets in Shelters: Overpopulation and Abandonment<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even though we, as animal lovers, may think that there can never be too many animals, the high <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">number of pets in the US<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is creating some serious issues\u2014let\u2019s view the disturbing numbers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='1-6-3-million-pets-enter-animal-shelters-across-the-us-every-year'><strong>1. 6.3 million pets enter animal shelters across the US every year.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ASPCA<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Luckily, the digits are in decline\u2014it\u2019s estimated that the number of animals entering shelters has dropped by 12.5% since 2011 when it was 7.2 million.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interestingly, more cats than dogs get in shelters yearly:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>3.2 million<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> cats, and<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>3.1 million<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> dogs.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The number of dogs in shelters is significantly lower today than a decade ago\u2014it went from 3.9 to 3.1 million.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='2-there-are-around-73-million-stray-cats-in-the-united-states'><strong>2. There are around 73 million stray cats in the United States.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Today<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cat overpopulation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is real, numbers indicate. The shocking number is based on different surveys, the total number of cats brought to shelters, and telemetry studies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, considering these purring companions&#8217; overpopulation rate, the number may change daily.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='3-female-dogs-usually-have-one-or-two-litters-yearly-and-an-average-of-4%e2%80%936-puppies-per-litter'><strong>3. Female dogs usually have one or two litters yearly and an average of 4\u20136 puppies per litter.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">K9 of Mine<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s pretty difficult to estimate the number of puppies per litter. The number typically varies depending on a dog\u2019s age, size, and breed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, it&#8217;s thought that miniature breeds usually give birth to around three puppies. In contrast, larger breeds produce seven puppies per litter.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The numbers are based on a study published in 2011 that examined over 10,000 litters of 224 different breeds.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='4-it%e2%80%99s-estimated-that-only-10-of-the-animals-brought-into-shelters-have-been-neutered-or-spayed'><strong>4. It\u2019s estimated that only 10% of the animals brought into shelters have been neutered or spayed.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PEDIGREE Foundation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spaying or neutering is essential. Not only does it fight the rising overpopulation of strays, but it also prevents uterine infections and tumors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strays received by shelters have a mere<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/spay-and-neuter-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>10% chance of already being spayed or neutered<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='5-there-are-more-than-200-million-stray-dogs-in-the-world'><strong>5. There are more than 200 million stray dogs in the world.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WorldAtlas)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ASPCA<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the World Health Organization, there are around 200 million stray canines worldwide, making <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dog overpopulation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a severe issue globally. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/animal-shelter-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>North America has over 70 million stray dogs<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, while Europe has 43 million. Apart from being very popular companions, dogs are some of the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">most abandoned pets<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sadly, pet abandonment happens more often than we\u2019d like to. Some people have to leave their pets because of illness or financial problems. Some just don\u2019t want to deal with them anymore.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='6-it%e2%80%99s-estimated-that-around-920000-animals-are-euthanized-in-shelters-every-year'><strong>6. It\u2019s estimated that around 920,000 animals are euthanized in shelters every year.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ASPCA<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to pet abandonment statistics, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/pet-adoption-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>more than 6 million animals enter shelters in the United States every year<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, if shelter animals aren\u2019t adopted after some time, they\u2019re killed to make room for other animals. The stats have also found that around 390,000 dogs and 530,000 cats die in shelters.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='7-only-49-of-surrendered-animals-find-their-forever-home'><strong>7. Only 49% of surrendered animals find their forever home.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spots)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A.D.O.P.T.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There&#8217;s an increasing number of dogs and cats born daily in the US\u2014close to 70,000. According to statistics, only one out of ten dogs will be successfully adopted. Also, only one out of 12 cats finds a permanent, caring home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve encountered stray animals and would like to hand them over to a shelter, make sure to contact a no-kill shelter or a rescue organization near your area.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='8-in-2019-around-2-of-healthy-or-adoptable-cats-and-dogs-died-of-euthanasia-in-canadian-shelters'><strong>8. In 2019, around 2% of healthy or adoptable cats and dogs died of euthanasia in Canadian shelters.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Humane Canada<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pet statistics<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> show that euthanasia rates started going down in the previous year. These are the lowest rates Humane Canada has recorded in years.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='9-according-to-lost-pet-statistics-around-90-of-lost-pets-are-found-within-12-hours-if-the-owner-searches-for-them'><strong>9. According to lost pet statistics, around 90% of lost pets are found within 12 hours if the owner searches for them.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If It Barks<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When a furry member of the family goes missing, it\u2019s estimated that the best window to find them is within the first 12 hours after they disappear.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The leading reason pets aren\u2019t returned to their proper owners is that they lack identification tags or tracking chips. For this reason, experts recommend putting a collar on the pet, as it\u2019s a globally recognized symbol for a pet with an owner.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='10-the-us-sees-a-30%e2%80%9340-increase-in-missing-pets-from-the-4th%e2%80%936th-of-july'><strong>10. The US sees a 30\u201340% increase in missing pets from the 4th\u20136th of July.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PetAmberAlert<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, fireworks aren\u2019t everyone\u2019s cup of tea\u2014if you ever had pets, you\u2019ll know this.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Statistics <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">on the<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 4th of July <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">indicate it\u2019s the most stressful period of the year for<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> pet<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">s, and it\u2019s when most of them run away from homes out of fear. Sadly, only 14% are safely returned home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your pets safe and inside, and try to play music or television as loudly as possible to cover the sounds of the fireworks.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='11-people-abandon-their-pets-mainly-because-they%e2%80%99re-moving'><strong>11. People abandon their pets mainly because they\u2019re moving.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Michelson Found Animals<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many reasons why pet owners decide to abandon their pets or give them away to others. Based on data from the MFA, some of the most common reasons people choose to give up their pets are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moving,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Landlords banning pets,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Too many animals in the household,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pet ownership cost,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal problems (illness, death, etc.),<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inadequate facilities,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No homes for littermates,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No time to take care of the pet,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pet illness, and<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Biting.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id='pet-ownership-and-spending-habits'><strong>Pet Ownership and Spending Habits<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having a pet doesn\u2019t come cheap. You must buy them food, take them to the vet regularly, and cover the <\/span><b>monthly <\/b><b>pet health insurance<\/b><b> premiums<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Still, some pet owners like to spoil their animal friends with <\/span><b>subscription boxes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and holiday and birthday presents. So, how much are they spending?<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='12-70-of-households-in-the-us-own-at-least-one-pet'><strong>12. 70% of households in the US own at least one pet.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">APP<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of those 90.5 million households, 69 million picked a dog for their companion. This means that dogs are by far the most popular pets in the US.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s how the rest of the pets figure:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>45.3 million <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cats,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>11.8 million <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">freshwater fish,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>9.9 million <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">birds,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>6.2 million <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">small animals,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>5.7 million <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reptiles,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>3.5 million <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">horses,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>2.9 million <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">saltwater fish.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id='13-31-of-feline-pets-are-adopted-from-shelters'><strong>13. 31% of feline pets are adopted from shelters.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ASPCA<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At the same time, only 3% of cat owners will go to a breeder to get their feline companion. The numbers are slightly different regarding dogs\u201423% are acquired through <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">adoption vs. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">34% through<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> breeders<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pet adoption rates<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> through various channels:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><b>CHANNEL<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><b>DOGS<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><b>CATS<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Animal Shelter<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23%<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">31%<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Friends\/Relatives<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20%<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">28%<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Breeders<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">34%<\/span><\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stray<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6%<\/span><\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">27%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private Party<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12%<\/span><\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h4 id='14-americans-spent-around-123-6-billion-on-their-pets-in-2021'><strong>14. Americans spent around $123.6 billion on their pets in 2021.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">APPA<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In fact, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/pet-industry-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>pet industry market size<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the US increased by $20 billion in 2021 compared to 2020.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are the most bought products and services over the previous year:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pet Food &amp; Treats: <\/span><b>$50 billion<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Supplies, Live Animals &amp; OTC Medicine: <\/span><b>$29.8 billion<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vet Care &amp; Product Sales: <\/span><b>$34.3 billion<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other Services: <\/span><b>$9.5 billion<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id='15-basic-dog-expenses-in-2021-equated-to-1480'><strong>15. Basic dog expenses in 2021 equated to $1,480.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">APP<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most of this amount was <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/veterinarian-stats\/\"><b>spent on surgical procedures at the vet<\/b><\/a> (<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$458), while $287 is the overall price for food a year and $81 for treats. Here\u2019s what else dog owners break the bank on:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Routine Vet Visits: <\/span><b>$242<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kennel Boarding: <\/span><b>$228<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamins: <\/span><b>$81<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grooming: <\/span><b>$47<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Toys: <\/span><b>$56<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id='16-basic-cat-expenses-were-902-on-average-in-the-us'><strong>16. Basic cat expenses were $902 on average in the US.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">APP<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike dog owners, feline lovers spent most of this money on food in 2021\u2014$254, with an additional $72 for treats. Around $201 was spent on surgeries on average. The rest of the money was spread among:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Routine Vet Visits: <\/span><b>$201<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kennel Boarding: <\/span><b>$78<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamins: <\/span><b>$47<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grooming: <\/span><b>$31<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Toys: <\/span><b>$41<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id='17-81-of-dog-owners-in-the-uk-give-their-pets-birthday-or-holiday-presents'><strong>17. 81% of dog owners in the UK give their pets birthday or holiday presents.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Battersea<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What else are pet owners willing to do to express their great love for the furriest members of their family?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mars Petcare and Battersea Dogs &amp; Cats examined this topic. They found that eight out of ten canine owners in the United Kingdom plan to<\/span> <b>get Christmas gifts for their dogs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approximately 81% of the surveyed dog owners revealed they would be getting their pets a gift for the festive season. And 40% claimed they plan to spend around \u00a310 ($13) or more on their dogs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='18-however-only-17-of-cat-owners-would-spend-over-%c2%a310-about-13-65-on-their-feline-pet'><strong>18. However, only 17% of cat owners would spend over \u00a310 (about $13.65) on their feline pet.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Battersea<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, cat owners are not as <\/span><b>generous with holiday gifts<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as dog owners. According to the same findings, cats don\u2019t receive the same treatment, as only 17% of those surveyed would spend more than \u00a310 on their cat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Numbers also show that 31% of these individuals claim they won\u2019t be spending anything on their feline friends.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='19-around-44-of-people-would-cuddle-up-with-their-pet-rather-than-their-life-partner'><strong>19. Around 44% of people would cuddle up with their pet rather than their life partner.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Independent<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If we were put in the position to choose, which would we pick, our significant other or our pet?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to a study of 2,000 pet owners who are nuts about their cats and dogs, more than half of the participants would rather spend time with their furry companion than their significant other.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, three in ten pet owners claim their pet is a better listener than their life partner. Around 29% of the participants think their pets are better at snuggling!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='20-around-1-in-10-people-are-allergic-to-pets'><strong>20. Around 1 in 10 people are allergic to pets.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NCBI)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AAFA<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A frequent reason owners abandon their pets or put them down is allergies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In fact, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/allergy-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>around 10%\u201320% of these individuals develop an allergy to household pets<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Twice as many <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">people <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> allergic to cats<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> than to dogs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many may falsely believe that the animal&#8217;s fur is the source of their allergies. In reality, most people with allergies react to Fel d 1, a protein found on the animal&#8217;s skin.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='exotic-pet-statistics'><strong>Exotic Pet Statistics<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cats and dogs aren\u2019t the only pet options. Some people are intrigued by what exotic <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">animals to get as pets<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AVMA\u2019s US Pet Ownership &amp; Demographics Sourcebook reveals that the number of exotic pets is on a steady rise. Here are the most important details.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='21-there-are-around-5000-tigers-kept-as-pets-in-the-united-states'><strong>21. There are around 5,000 tigers kept as pets in the United States.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WWF<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shockingly, Smithsonian&#8217;s statistics found that <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/animals-in-captivity-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>more tigers live in private captivity<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or are kept as exotic pets in America alone than in existence across the globe.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The numbers are incredibly high compared to the numbers derived by the WWF, which estimates that there are around 3,900 wild tigers worldwide.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to experts, the increasing number of tigers as pets is due to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/animal-abuse-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>US&#8217;s lack of laws preventing people from owning such exotic pets<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='22-the-exotic-pet-trade-is-hosted-on-over-1000-websites'><strong>22. The exotic pet trade is hosted on over 1,000 websites.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Born Free USA<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The exotic animal pet trade has become extremely popular in today\u2019s age. Many animals are captured from their natural habitats and transported to different areas of the world to be sold as exotic pets. In other cases, these animals are a surplus at zoos.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Animal Finders\u2019 Guide carries different advertisements from dealers, breeders, and zoos that offer monkeys, large cats, and exotic birds.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='23-52-exotic-pet-owners-were-bitten-by-macaque-monkeys-between-1990-and-1997'><strong>23. 52 exotic pet owners were bitten by macaque monkeys between 1990 and 1997.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Born Free USA<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most common exotic pets held by private owners are monkeys. They\u2019ve been shown to exhibit dangerous and frequently unpredictable behavior starting at the mere age of two.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many owners fear reporting incidents concerning their exotic pets&#8217; behavior because the animal may be confiscated or killed. But the CDC found that 52 people reported being bitten by their pet monkey between 1990 and 1997.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='24-the-average-pet-chameleon-may-live-up-to-10-years'><strong>24. The average pet chameleon may live up to 10 years.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PetComments<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chameleons, originally from tropical rainforests, are among the most adorable exotic pets in households worldwide.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even though they may only live in the wild for up to three years, these exotic pets may live for up to 10 years if the owner takes good care of them. Of course, before getting one for yourself, consider all the pros and cons of owning such a fascinating, rare creature.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='25-between-80-and-90-of-macaque-monkeys-are-infected-with-herpes-b-virus-or-simian-b-virus'><strong>25. Between 80% and 90% of macaque monkeys are infected with Herpes B-virus or Simian B virus.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Born Free USA<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exotic animal owners could be at serious health risk\u2014possibly getting infected with a life-threatening disease.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, many exotic animals carry zoonotic diseases that can spread to humans, such as Monkey Pox, Salmonellosis, and the Herpes B virus.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most macaque monkeys are infected with Herpes B or Simian B. This virus doesn&#8217;t harm the monkey but is fatal in human beings. An individual who is scratched by, sneezed on, or bitten by the animal may easily contract the illness.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id='benefits-of-owning-a-pet'><strong>Benefits of Owning a Pet<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Besides providing us with endless cuddles and love and lifting our moods, pets can improve our health, too. It sounds unbelievable, so here are the stats.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='26-79-of-pet-owners-state-that-their-pets-have-helped-them-reduce-stress'><strong>26. 79% of pet owners state that their pets have helped them reduce stress.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HABRI<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether it&#8217;s a cat, dog, or baby tiger, owning a pet can help alleviate depression, anxiety, and a wide array of physical or mental health issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The HABRI examined the relationship between pet owners. They found that 73% of the owners reported they\u2019d found a new sense of purpose.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='27-according-to-pet-statistics-owning-a-dog-may-decrease-the-risk-of-heart-disease-related-death-by-36'><strong>27. According to pet statistics, owning a dog may decrease the risk of heart disease-related death by 36%.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TreeHugger<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A study conducted on 3.4 million people in Sweden found that owning a dog may be directly linked to a lowered chance of dying from cardiovascular disease.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The study examined men and women who lived alone and found that the chances of suffering from a heart attack significantly decreased by 11% when they had a pet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, another 2019 review found that owning a dog lowers the risk of death from any cause by a whopping 24%.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='28-ten-minutes-of-petting-a-cat-or-a-dog-helped-lower-college-students-cortisol-levels'><strong>28. Ten minutes of petting a cat or a dog helped lower college students&#8217; cortisol levels.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TreeHugger<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">College students are known for always being stressed. A study dealing with this topic found that 10 minutes a day with an animal is enough to lower cortisol levels and help reduce stress in college students.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, researchers found that <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/dog-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>contact with a pet lowers anxiety and boosts feelings of calmness<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. So if you own a pet and haven&#8217;t yet cuddled it today, take a moment and do it because you may be doing something beneficial for your health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After all, when it comes to pets and depression, numbers show that owning a pet can significantly improve the condition.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='29-elderly-pet-owners-make-30-fewer-visits-to-their-medical-practitioners-than-those-who-do-not-have-pets'><strong>29. Elderly pet owners make 30% fewer visits to their medical practitioners than those who do not have pets.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NCBI)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Help Guide<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A study published by NCBI found intriguing evidence related to elderly pet owners&#8217; overall health. There&#8217;s a correlation between improved health levels and owning pets.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The study found that elderly individuals who own pets are less likely to visit their doctor, and they may also take less medication.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hugging a furry companion may flood the human body with oxytocin, a hormone known for reducing stress and lowering blood pressure.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id='30-94-of-families-with-an-autistic-child-reported-that-their-child-bonded-with-the-pet-and-helped-with-the-mental-disorder'><strong>30. 94% of families with an autistic child reported that their child bonded with the pet and helped with the mental disorder.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NCBI)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NCBI)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mental Health Foundation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to NCBI&#8217;s study, autistic children played or shared personal space with their pets. It helped the children learn about companionship and responsibility.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pets are great for children with autism. They increase the desire to connect with others and help lessen sensory sensitivity.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h2 id='frequently-asked-questions'><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><b>What percentage of the world has a pet?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Estimating the number of pets in the world is close to impossible. However, we found data that confirms the US is the leader among pet lovers around the world. As of 2018, America is number one in owning cats, dogs, and fish.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How many pets does the average person have?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, there\u2019s currently no data on how many pets an average person has. But, statistics show that the average <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">American households own <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2.1<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> birds<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, 1.8 cats, or 1.6 dogs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What is the most common pet?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With 63.4 million dog-owning households in the US, dogs are by far the most popular and most common pets in the US.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What is the least popular pet?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You probably haven\u2019t even heard of these breeds, but they\u2019re the least popular dog breeds in the US:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cirnecho dell\u2019Etna,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finnish Spitz,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cesky Terrier,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">American Foxhound,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bergamasco Sheepdog,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">English Foxhound,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Harrier,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chinook,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Norwegian Lundehund,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sloughi.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id='key-takeaways'><strong>Key Takeaways<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we can see, the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pet statistics<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and facts in this article demonstrate how important pets are to their owners.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even though pet care can be expensive and time-consuming, owning a dog, cat, bunny, or any other pet has many advantages. For example, owners can play with their pets and get fit with them. They also ward off depression, anxiety, and other illnesses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So if you don\u2019t own a pet, consider choosing one from <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rescue animals<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in a shelter. If you already have a companion, remember to shower it with unconditional love.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><b>Sources<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/adoptpetshelter.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A.D.O.P.T.<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aafa.org\/pet-dog-cat-allergies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AAFA<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/learn.allergyandair.com\/pets-for-allergy-sufferers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allergy &amp; Air<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.americanpetproducts.org\/press_industrytrends.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">APPA<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aspca.org\/animal-homelessness\/shelter-intake-and-surrender\/pet-statistics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ASPCA<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.battersea.org.uk\/dogs-firmly-%E2%80%98nice-list%E2%80%99-new-research-finds-over-80-dog-owners-will-be-buying-christmas-present-their\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Battersea<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bornfreeusa.org\/campaigns\/animals-in-captivity\/the-dangers-of-keeping-exotic-pets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Born Free USA<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnbc.com\/2020\/12\/05\/americans-are-spending-more-money-on-their-pets-during-the-pandemic.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CNBC<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.four-paws.us\/campaigns-topics\/topics\/farm-animals\/10-amazing-facts-about-pigs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Four Paws US<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/habri.org\/blog\/top-5-benefits-of-the-human-animal-bond\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HABRI<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.helpguide.org\/articles\/mental-health\/mood-boosting-power-of-dogs.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Help Guide<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/humanecanada.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Humane_Canada_Animal_shelter_statistics_2019.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Humane Canada<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ifitbarks.com\/the-complete-guide-to-pet-identification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If It Barks<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.k9ofmine.com\/how-many-puppies-can-dogs-have\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">K9 of Mine<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/mentalfloss.com\/article\/578211\/cat-facts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MentalFloss<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mentalhealth.org.uk\/a-to-z\/p\/pets-and-mental-health\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mental Health Foundation<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.foundanimals.org\/why-do-animals-end-up-in-animal-shelters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Michelson Found Animals<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nationaltoday.com\/national-feral-cat-day\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Today<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5482437\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NCBI<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/24183985\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NCBI<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5809771\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NCBI<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pedigreefoundation.org\/spaying-neutering-important\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PEDIGREE Foundation<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peta.org\/living\/animal-companions\/rabbit-facts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PETA<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petakids.com\/save-animals\/rabbit-facts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PETAKids<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/petcomments.com\/chameleon-pros-cons\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PetComments<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petfinder.com\/dogs\/bringing-a-dog-home\/facts-about-new-dog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Petfinder<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petmd.com\/exotic\/pet_lover\/evr_ex_pg_fast_facts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PetMD<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.purina.ca\/articles\/cat\/facts\/10-fascinating-facts-about-cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Purina<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/spots.com\/pet-adoption-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spots<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.independent.co.uk\/property\/house-and-home\/pets\/pets-partners-preference-cats-dogs-kittens-puppies-survey-research-a8188866.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Independent<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treehugger.com\/studies-that-prove-pets-are-good-your-health-4864141\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TreeHugger<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldatlas.com\/articles\/how-many-dogs-are-there-in-the-world.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WorldAtlas<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" 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