FRANKLIN, Tenn., February 29, 2024 (Globe Newswire) —
Pets and friendship are closely related. 24% of women over the age of 15 currently report feeling very or very lonely
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, building and nurturing deep connections with friends, family, and yes, especially four-legged friends is more powerful than ever. Whether they greet us with an enthusiastic wag of their tail or a happy purr after a long day, as long as we have pets, we are never alone.
Pets provide support in the most difficult times and unite us, regardless of our differences. Mars' report provides new insights.
pets connect us
”, we discovered the positive impact that pets have on individuals and their communities.
This report is based on a survey of pet parents and the general population in the United States and Canada.
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, reveals how pets open the door to human connection. From combating loneliness to building a sense of community, animals and the unconditional love we have for them is universal. In fact, 73% of pet parents connect with people from different generations, cultures, and racial/ethnic backgrounds through a mutual love for their pets. Approximately 9 out of 10 adults say their pets are a conversation starter, and 83% say they have experienced supportive behavior from those around them, such as offering to help feed or walk them. .
These insights motivate us to continue building A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS™, but we know there is much work left to do. To achieve real change that impacts both humans and pets, we must prioritize animals most in need.according to
Current status of pet homelessness project
According to a global data initiative from Mars and leading animal welfare experts, 20% of dogs and cats in the United States are homeless. Considering the health of our pets,
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please relax. It is our responsibility to give back and provide these cute animals with the love and safety they deserve.
Today, we have a huge opportunity to harness the power of pets and their ability to bring us all together. By finding ways to welcome more pets into loving homes and building pet-friendly communities in the process, we can create unbreakable bonds that will last for years to come.
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https://news.gallup.com/opinion/gallup/512618/almost-quart-world-feels-lonely.aspx
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KRC Research conducted an online survey of 1,000 pet parents in the United States and Canada between October 30 and November 6, 2023.
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KRC Research conducted an online survey of 1,000 adults in the United States and Canada. The study was conducted in the United States from December 15-17, 2023 and in Canada from December 15-21, 2023.
Anna TenBroek ATenBroek@webershandwick.com
