100 Pet Care Industry Statistics for 2025

The pet care world is booming, and we’ve compiled 100 fascinating statistics to prove it! From pet ownership and spending habits to careers, health, and adoption trends, this list is packed with fun facts to help you learn more about your furry friends.

General Pet Ownership Statistics

1. 45.5% of households have a dog and 32.1% have a cat as of 2024 (American Veterinary Medical Association)
2. 66% of U.S. households own one or more pets (Statista)
3. 97% of pet owners look at their animals as a member of their family (New York Post)
4. Approximately 23% of dogs and 31% of cats are obtained from animal shelters or humane societies (ASPCA)
5. 44% of dog owners choose a rescue center or shelter to adopt from (The Zebra)
6. About 4.1 million shelter animals are adopted each year in the U.S. (ASPCA)
7. 71% of dog parents report that their pups have made them happier individuals (Pets for Patriots)
8. Compared to those without pets, pet owners are 60% more likely to build relationships with their neighbors (Harvard Medical School)
9. About 810,000 animals who enter shelters as strays are returned to their owners each year in the U.S. (ASPCA)
10. Dog owners engage in an average of 20 more minutes of physical activity per day than non-pet owners (Dutch Pet, Inc.)
11. Cats communicate with humans through meowing but do not meow at other cats (Mommy Poppins)
12. 27% of cats are acquired as strays (ASPCA)
13. In the year of 2024, at least 45.3 million U.S. households include a cat (Petpedia)
14. 1 in 10 people have pet allergies (Petpedia)
15. In 2024, 6.1 million households in the U.S. have pet birds (The Zebra)
16. 6 million households in the U.S. own some type of reptile (American Pet Products Association)

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Trends in the Pet Ecommerce Industry

17. The global pet care ecommerce market is valued at $320 billion and is projected to grow to $500 billion by 2030 (Bloomberg)
18. Projections indicate that ecommerce will account for 55% of total U.S. pet food sales by 2025 (Pet Food Industry)
19. Forecasts predict Amazon’s ecommerce sales in the home and pet care segment to hit $39 billion by 2027 (Statista)
20. The U.S. online pet care market continues to see an upward trend year over year (Statista)
21. Ecommerce is anticipated to account for 40% of total U.S. pet food sales, exceeding $21 billion (Pet Food Processing)
22. By 2027, the global household and pet care category is expected to generate $156 billion through ecommerce sales (Statista)
23. The global pet care ecommerce market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.92% from 2023 to 2030 (Zion)
24. 30% of pet owners shop both online and in-store (Statista)
25. 16% of owners solely shop online for their pet (Pet Food Processing)
26. Pet owners that prefer online shopping favor it for the competitive prices, the convenience, and the larger product range (Statista)
27. Due to the pandemic, ecommerce’s share of U.S. pet food sales surged to 32% in 2020, surpassing the pre-pandemic projection of 24% for 2025 (Pet Food Industry)
28. Greensies.com was the fastest-growing retail web page in 2023 (Statista)
29. In Q2 of 2024, Chewy’s net sales increased by 2.6% year over year (Chewy)
30. Amazon is the largest online seller of household and pet care products (Statista)

How Pet Owners Are Spending Their Money

31. In 2024, 54% of American pet owners considered switching brands due to price increases (Statista)
32. 39.29% of dog owners live on a tight budget to afford their pet expenses, impacting their ability to invest in training (Forbes)
33. 81% of pet owners said they planned to buy holiday or Christmas gifts for their pets in 2024 (USA Today)
34. 1 in 3 Gen Z pet owners have purchased a pet tech product before (Pet Exec)
35. The average U.S. household spent $580 on veterinary care for their dog in 2024 (American Veterinary Medical Association)
36. The global smart pet feeder market is expected to see an annual growth rate of 8.5% from 2025 to 2030 (Grand View Research)
37. Pet owners aged 55 to 64 have the highest average annual expenditure on pets (Statista)
38. 15% of pet owners plan to spend $51-$75 on pets for holidays (USA Today)
39. Americans spend around $58.1 billion yearly on pet food and treats (Canine Health Forward)
40. 1 in 3 dog owners are willing to live on a tighter budget to afford their pet’s expenses (Pet Exec)
41. The U.S. pet supplies, live animals, and over-the-counter medicine market now exceeds $32 billion (Pet Food Industry)
42. 54% of pet owners spend more time shopping for their pets than family members (Retail Dive)
43. Approximately one-third of pet owners’ spending goes toward veterinary care, while the remaining two-thirds is spent on food, medication, and other supplies (American Veterinary Medical Association)
44. Americans are expected to spend $66.9 billion on pet food and treats alone this year (American Pet Products Association)
45. The average pet owner spends around $1,400 on each pet yearly (ASPCA)
46. $64.4 billion was spent on pet food and treats in 2023 (American Pet Products Association)
47. 70% of pet owners say it’s important for their pet’s products to be environmentally friendly (Pet Exec)
48. In 2023, U.S. pet industry expenditures reached $147 billion (American Pet Products Association)

Pet Industry Careers Statistics

49. As of May 2023, the median annual wage was $31,200 for animal caretakers and $38,810 for animal trainers (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
50. Maryland has the highest average dog trainer salary at $59,330 per year (The Academy of Pet Careers)
51. 7% of veterinarians would work more hours if given the opportunity (American Veterinary Medical Association)
52. Employment of animal care and service workers is projected to grow 15% from 2023 to 2033 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
53. 53% of veterinarians say they have never considered leaving the profession (American Veterinary Medical Association)
54. The American pet industry supports nearly 2.78 million jobs nationwide, contributing over $260 billion to the economy (Pet Advocacy Network)
55. 66% of veterinarians are satisfied with their work hours (American Veterinary Medical Association)
56. Pet industry revenue more than doubled from 2018 to 2024 (Forbes)
57. The veterinary industry had an unemployment rate of only 0.5% in 2023 (American Veterinary Medical Association)
58. The number of people employed in Pet Stores in the U.S. grew 2.3% on average between 2018 and 2023 (IBIS World)
59. 70% of Pet Sitters International members who participated in the 2024 State of the Industry Survey indicated they expect their revenues to increase that year (Pet Sitters International)
60. 1.6% of veterinarians are not employed and not seeking employment (American Veterinary Medical Association)
61. 62% of veterinarians are female, while 38% are male (American Veterinary Medical Association)
62. Veterinary students from underrepresented racial and ethnic backgrounds increased from 5% in 1980 to 25% in 2023 (American Veterinary Medical Association)
63. On average, 84,500 openings for animal care and service workers are projected each year (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)

Pet Boarding and Dog Training Statistics

64. 41% of Gen Z pet owners pay for professional pet training (Forbes)
65. Virtual pet training is projected to have the highest growth rate in the industry over the next several years (Forbes)
66. The U.S. pet day care market was worth $1.73 billion in 2024, and it is projected to reach $2.85 billion by 2030 (Grand View Research)
67. Trainers are increasingly expected to offer guidance on using accessories like harnesses and hands-free leashes (United Consumer Financial Services)
68. Dogs represent 42.5% of the pet training services market, making them the most commonly trained pets (Allied Market Research)
69. 60% of dog owners say they ask a friend or family member for obedience advice before seeking professional help (MDPI)
70. The U.S. pet grooming and boarding industry generated $14.7 billion in 2024 (Research and Markets)
71. Only 8% of dog owners enroll their dogs in obedience classes (American Kennel Club)
72. 94% of dog owners train their pets at home (City Sun Times)
73. Attendance at the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) conference grew from 250 to 1,500 participants (Clever Canidae)
74. Dogs are more easily trainable compared to cats (Petpedia)
75. The global pet boarding services market was valued at $8.62 billion in 2024 (Grand View Research)

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Pet Insurance and Health Statistics

76. 88% of dog owners are willing to pay for pet insurance (Pet Exec)
77. Veterinary care costs rose by 6.2% from 2023 to 2024, contributing to the overall increase in pet-related expenses (Reuters)
78. The pet insurance marketplace is comprised of about 30 companies in North America (North American Pet Health Insurance Association)
79. In 2024, only 49% of pet owners felt financially prepared to handle a pet’s medical emergency (New York Post)
80. 80-90% of owners have their cats and dogs spayed or neutered (Dogster)
81. 24% of U.S. pet owners have insurance for their dogs or cats (Statista)
82. Dogs comprise 78.6% of insured pets in the U.S (NAIC)
83. The average annual premium for accident and illness coverage is $676 for dogs (North American Pet Health Insurance Association)
84. 89% of dog owners overestimate the cost of pet insurance (American Animal Hospital Association)
85. Over 90% of dog owners took their pets to the vet for at least one visit (National Institute of Health)
86. 6.25 million pets were insured in North America at the end of 2023 (North American Pet Health Insurance Association)
87. Approximately 60% of dogs in the U.S. are considered overweight or obese (Pet Obesity Prevention)
88. The typical lifespan of purebred dogs is approximately 12.7 years (News Medical)

Pet Shelters and Adoption Trends

89. Millennials own more pets than any other generation, making up 33% of all pet owners (SGS)
90. Approximately 6.3 million companion animals enter U.S. shelters each year (ASPCA)
91. On average, 82% of kittens in shelters get adopted (Pet Pardon)
92. On average, 4.1 million shelter animals are adopted annually in the U.S. (ASPCA)
93. If 6% more people chose to adopt versus purchase their pets, there would be little to no euthanizing in shelters (Best Friends Animal Society)
94. Only 20% of stray dogs entering shelters are successfully reunited with their owners (Best Friends Animal Society)
95. Euthanasia rates have dropped 75% across the U.S. (New York Times)
96. In 2023, 57% of U.S. shelters achieved “no-kill” status, meaning they had a save rate of 90% or higher (Best Friends Animal Society)
97. 810,000 animals who enter shelters as strays are returned to their owners each year (ASPCA)
98. Senior dogs spend up to 4 times longer in shelters compared to younger dogs (Pet Pardon)
99. 85% of people say they would consider adopting their next pet (Best Friends Animal Society)
100. Approximately 27% of cats are acquired as strays (ASPCA)

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