Highlights from the latest AVMA pet ownership survey show the size of the U.S. pet population stabilizing after an increase in dog ownership in 2020…

Our pets can’t speak for themselves. As owners, we take on a responsibility to advocate for them and provide the support they need to live healthy,…

Companion animals | Exotic animals | Formulas/Calculator - Source: 2017-2018 U.S. Pet Ownership and Demographics Sourcebook.

AVMA study provides economic insights & data to drive veterinary care conversations Pet ownership is on the rise in the United States, with dogs…

Whether related to work interruptions or fears of catching SARS-CoV-2, pets were a source of not only comfort but also potentially stress for many pet…

The American Pet Products Association reports that about two-thirds of U.S. households own pets, and spending on pets is increasing

A new survey has found that barriers to pet ownership include not only expenses and lifestyle factors but also a dislike of cats and grief over the…

Owning a pet is a privilege and should result in a mutually beneficial relationship. However, the benefits of pet ownership come with obligations.

The new 2022 AVMA Pet Ownership and Demographics Sourcebook examines types of pet owners, spending on veterinary care, veterinary visits, and client…

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Americans still love their pets, with more than half of U.S. households owning a pet at year-end 2016, but

The American Pet Products Association reports that U.S. pet ownership decreased slightly between 2012 and 2014, but spending in the U.S. pet industry…

The AVMA has created educational posters with messages from the new AVMA Guidelines for Responsible Pet Ownership.

View current statistics Companion animals   Dogs Cats Birds Horses Percent of households owning 37.2% 32.4% 3.9% 1.8% Number of…

The American Pet Products Association reports that the percentage of U.S. households that own pets increased from 2010 to 2012, but

AVMA releases latest Pet Ownership and Demographics Sourcebook

The SARS-CoV-2 virus probably originated in wildlife and has been documented in more than two dozen species. Thus, the COVID-19 pandemic has…

Animal owners love their pets, and veterinarians love animals. But "guardian" is a legal term with significant legal implications and repercussions.

Veterinarian obituaries in the “In Memory” section of the Journal of the AVMA, Nov. 25, 2022

Ohio residents have received or sought permits to continue owning about 300 primates

Starting in September, most Ohio residents will be unable to collect or sell wild animals that the state deems to be dangerous.

Recent graduates who become practice owners could bring innovative ideas to a changing industry.

Responsible pet ownership builds a solid foundation for preventing dog bites. Understand the basics of responsible dog ownership and dog bite…

Ownership and/or Possession and Appropriate Disposition of Wild and Exotic Pet Species or Their Hybrids