Two-thirds of dog owners mark their pets’ birthdays
Almost two-thirds (64%) of dog owners celebrate their pets' birthday or other major milestones, such as their gotcha day, new research reveals.
Injured dog owners could be costing NHS £23m a year
Dog owners injured while walking their pets could be costing the NHS about £23m a year, new research reveals.
Dog owners struggle with caring for older pets
A quarter of dog owners of senior dogs admit to finding caring for an older pet more challenging than they expected, new research reveals.
Three-quarters of dog owners believe pets suffer from anxiety
More than 40% of dog owners worry about their pets mental health, while 70% say their four-legged friend suffers from bouts of stress and anxiety, new research reveals.
Fifth of dog owners have considered shoplifting over cost of food
One in five dog owners have considered shop-lifting pet food, new research reveals.
Dog mums equate having a pet to bond with a child
Around 70% of female dog owners say they have such a deep bond with their pets that they liken it to the connection between a mother and child, new research reveals.
Dog owners don’t research breeds before buying
One in four dog owners spend two hours or less researching before they buy a dog, a new survey reveals.
Owners struggle to take dogs to vet
Two thirds of dog owners struggle to take their pet to the vets because they are so stressed by the experience, new research reveals.