Most Americans own Dogs.

[Neuromancer]

Pet ownership in the U.S. has jumped significantly over the past three decades. As of 2023, 66% of U.S. households (86.9 million homes) own a pet.[1] That’s up from 56% in 1988, pet ownership statistics show. From companionship to emotional support, pets are a vital part of their owners’ lives. In fact, 85% of dog owners and 76% of cat owners consider their pets to be a member of the family.[2]

Forbes Advisor conducted a deep dive into the latest available pet owner statistics to determine which pets are most popular, how pet ownership and spending habits differ by generation, the cost of pet ownership and the most common lifestyle sacrifices made by pet owners.

66% of U.S. households (86.9 million homes) own a pet.[1]
Dogs are the most popular pet in the U.S. (65.1 million U.S. households own a dog), followed by cats (46.5 million households) and freshwater fish (11.1 million households).[1]
Millennials make up the largest percentage of current pet owners (33%), followed by Gen X (25%) and baby boomers (24%). [1]
In 2022, Americans spent $136.8 billion on their pets, up 10.68% from 2021 ($123.6 billion).[1]
Dog owners spend an average of $730 a year on their dogs. [4]
42% of dog owners and 43% of cat owners got their pets from a store, while 38% of dog owners and 40% of cat owners got their pets from an animal shelter or rescue.[2]

Pet Ownership Statistics

Pet ownership in the U.S. has jumped significantly over the past three decades. As of 2022, 70% of U.S. households (90.5 million homes) own a pet.[1] That’s up from 56% in 1988, pet ownership statistics show. From companionship to emotional support, pets are a vital part of their owners’ lives. In f

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[Obreh Winfrey]

Most Americans are retarded, yes, we know this

 

[boogers]

look at OP mad as fukk tryna create a spin thread after i pointed out the fact that the majority of gay people are #DOGSET

you mad aintcha OP

 

[boogers]

#dogset takes another L... thanks to OP

#catset infinite wins, zero losses

 

[Geek Nasty]

Dog In Dog Out

 

[Address_Unknown]

look at OP mad as fukk tryna create a spin thread after i pointed out the fact that the majority of gay people are #DOGSET

you mad aintcha OP ​

"Some dogs need peanut butter to be enticed to do dirty deeds. But cats so independent they just eat ass without prompting."

 

[Fresh]

that's cool, I still prefer cats tho, got two cats myself

 

[Rhapscallion Démone]

look at OP mad as fukk tryna create a spin thread after i pointed out the fact that the majority of gay people are #DOGSET

you mad aintcha OP

OP is an accomplished MMA fighter, comic book creator and Dogset general. You're a Dogset reject that got flicked away like the booger you are. You're the only one mad

 

[Premeditated]

i mean.....the coli is the only place where I've seen so called grown man advocate for housecats more than dogs

I know some of them are trolling but i wonder if they actually say the things they say here to other grown men in real life about preferring cats. I'm legit trying to see how those conversations go and how the other person reacts

 

[boogers]

OP is an accomplished MMA fighter, comic book creator and Dogset general. You're a Dogset reject that got flicked away like the booger you are. You're the only one mad

i was never #dogset. go comb your hair, fakkit

 

[boogers]

"Some dogs need peanut butter to be enticed to do dirty deeds. But cats so independent they just eat ass without prompting."

if you think that cat attacking was sexual you got some issues breh... that cat knew. that cac did some evil

 

[Sauce and Footwork]

Honestly it’s mostly for security. Even if your dog is small and won’t do shyt, it will atleast bark to notify you someone is near your house , and a deterrent if you are walking with it , for anyone who may think about approaching you incorrectly. Crime in America is crazy and most Americans are very concerned about being a victim.

 

[NoMorePie]

Dogs are more loyal than human beings

 

[Rhapscallion Démone]

i was never #dogset

I know, that's why we kicked you out. And you've been mad ever since

 

[CouldntBeMeTho]

i mean.....the coli is the only place where I've seen so called grown man advocate for housecats more than dogs

I know some of them are trolling but i wonder if they actually say the things they say here to other grown men in real life about preferring cats. I'm legit trying to see how those conversations go and how the other person reacts

I stand on this shyt irl too. Im a Brolic ass tatted up hoodlum, ain't nobody saying slick shyt to me