Here are some of the key takeaways:
- Of those who “acquired” a new pet during the pandemic, 53% are new pet parents and 47% are experienced pet parents.
- Adopted pets were mostly dogs (47%,) followed by cats (38%) and a lucky 15% of pet parents adopted both a dog and a cat!
- While 29% of the adopted animals came from a shelter/rescue, a full 24% came from a family member or friend who sadly needed to re-home their pet.
- Experienced pet parents remain female, and trend mature.
- New pet parents, in contrast, are:
- Male
- Younger (between 18 and 34)
- Single
- Higher education levels and higher income
Most importantly, a full 84% of pet parents are extremely happy with the pet that they adopted! This is great news and will hopefully calm some of the fears that there will be a massive pet “return” when folks go back to work and school.
If you are a new pet parent or an experienced pet parent with questions about your new dog or cat, please give us a call and chat with one of the Cat Safari, Main Campground or Canine Enrichment Counselors and, of course, congratulations on your new pet!