Who owns pets?

The number of pet-owning households continues to grow, according to the 2007-2008 APPMA National Pet Owners Survey. About 63 percent of households own pets today, a 7 percent increase from 1988.

Figures 1 through 3 highlight the typical pet parents you see walk through your doors every day. When you know who's most likely to own pets, you can tailor your education message to ensure these pets get all of the care your team recommends. (Also see "Client Education: Who's Responsible?".)

Figure 1, Figure 2 and Figure 3