Adopting a new pet is exciting, and can bring warmth and companionship into your home. It can also make a difference for the millions of animals living in shelters. The majority of American households ...

MarketWatch. (2024, June 3). Pet Adoption Statistics (2025). MarketWatch Guides. https://www.marketwatch.com/insurance-services/pet-insurance/pet-adoption-statistics ...

Pet care costs are a barrier to adoption for 43% of Americans, according to the Hills’ Pet Nutrition State of the Shelter Pet Adoption report. People who make less than $75,000 per year are most ...

Animal shelters across the country are overcrowded with unwanted pets. Overflowing animal shelters have become a national crisis. According to annual data collected by the nonprofit Shelter Animals ...

Adopting a dog is a rewarding experience that offers a second chance to a deserving animal while bringing joy, companionship, and unconditional love into your life. Whether you’re looking to adopt a ...

Even before the coronavirus pandemic, many Americans had an animal companion living at home. About 44% of households in the country had a dog, while 35% had a cat between 2015-2016, according to the ...

Although intake numbers are down from their pre-pandemic levels, more cats and dogs remain in shelters than are adopted, adding to the overall population burden in shelters and rescues. But plenty of ...