As most of you are probably aware, there has been a surge in pet adoptions since Covid-19 became our life. Here are some interesting statistics.
Among the statistics found in a new survey by Rover.com is that 93% of people who got a ‘pandemic pet’ felt improved mental and/or physical wellbeing improve – People/Rover
ASPCA (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) released new data from a nationally representative poll of 5,020 respondents confirming that close to one in five households acquired a cat or dog since the beginning of the COVID-19 crisis, which would account for approximately 23 million American households based on the 2019 U.S. Census. The vast majority of these households still have that pet in the home—90 percent for dogs and 85 percent for cats—and are not considering rehoming their pet in the near future. – ASPCA
Separation Anxiety
If you have been home full time with your pet and face returning to work, read these tips to recognize and help avoid separation anxiety in your pet.
A recent study showed that cats living with humans have similar attachment styles to pet parents as dogs and children do.
Lastly, if you do find yourself needing to rehome your pet, please reach out to local rescues. Posting pets ‘for free’ on online sites like kijiji is dangerous for both the pet and you.
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