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…

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.

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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

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

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

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

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

During National Pet Week and beyond, these tips and resources will help equip pet owners to ensure their pets are living happy, healthy lives.

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

The AVMA has adopted a set of principles for ownership and stewardship of veterinary practice data to reflect

Tools and resources to help veterinarians monitor and influence state and local laws related to ownership and guardianship of animals.

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

Over 30% of dog-owning households with annual income of less than $20,000 reported not seeing a veterinarian at least once a year.

USDA warns against private ownership of exotic cats

Preliminary results from a survey of over 2,000 pet owners indicate that pet populations and the percentage of households owning pets have increased,…