SECRET LIVES OF PETS
If there is no furry, feathered or flippered creature greeting you when you get home at the end of the day, you're in a minority. 62% of all Americans own at least one pet, and the number is even higher among young adults with 65% of Millennials and 71% of Gen Xers owning a pet, according to a Harris Poll. But what is even more interesting is how we treat our pets. Basically, all of us (95%) consider our pets to be members of the family and our behaviors prove this to be true:
- 71% allow their dog or cat to sleep with them.
- 64% buy their pets holiday gifts.
- 45% buy birthday presents for their pets.
- 31% cook especially for their pets.
- 22% dress their pet in some type of clothing.
- 12% bring their pet to work with them.
Who's the top dog? Among pet owners:
- 71% have at least one dog.
- 49% have at least one cat.
- 11% have fish.
- 9% have some other type of pet than a dog, cat, fish or bird.
- 8% have a bird.
How much do we spend on our pets annually?
- Food and treats: $476
- Medical costs: $425
- Pet sitting/boarding: $128
- Pet equipment: $97
- Toys: $63
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