National Pet Day

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National Pet Day Facts

• According to the Insurance Information Institute, 70% of U.S. households (roughly 90.5 million families) own at least one pet in 2022.
• About 6.5 million companion animals (dogs, cats, reptiles, etc.) enter US animal shelters every year.
• The most popular pets among U.S. households in 2021 were:
  1) Dog – 69 million
  2) Cat – 45 million
  3) Freshwater Fish – 11 million
  4) Bird – 9 million
  5) Reptile – 6 million

National Pet Day Top Events and Things to Do

• Spend time with your pet. Play with them, get them a gift, show them you love them.
• Donate to a pet organization or charity that helps improve the lives of cats, dogs, and other animals. Some examples include Alley Cat Allies, Citizens for Animal Protection, and RedRover.
• Watch a movie exploring the bond between people and their pets. Here are our suggestions:
  Isle of Dogs (2018)
  Hachi: A Dog’s Tale (2009)
  Marley & Me (2008)

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