Report Finds That 73% of Pet Parents Have Made Connections Despite Differences Because of Their Pets
FRANKLIN, Tenn., Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Mars launched its "Pets Connect Us" Report, which leverages new consumer insights to shed light on the future of pet parenthood in the U.S. and Canada. At a time when 24% of people ages 15 and older report feeling very or fairly lonely1, pets not only offer companionship, but also bring us together. Mars' report explores the positive impact of pets on people and communities, and the unique bonds formed through our mutual affection for our pets. Despite the multitude of benefits to pet parenthood, new global data from the State of Pet Homelessness Project, an initiative by Mars and leading welfare animal welfare experts, estimates that 20% of dogs and cats in the U.S. and Canada are living outdoors as strays or waiting in shelters to be adopted.
- At a time when 24% of people ages 15 and older report feeling very or fairly lonely1, pets not only offer companionship, but also bring us together.
- Mars' report explores the positive impact of pets on people and communities, and the unique bonds formed through our mutual affection for our pets.
- "Our latest 'Pets Connect Us' report shows a very clear picture: the power of pets in bringing people together is stronger than ever," says Lisa Campbell, Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs, Mars Pet Nutrition North America.
- Seventy-three percent of pet parents have connected with someone from a different generation, culture or racial/ethnic background through mutual affection for their pets.