48% of female pet owners rely more on their pet than a spouse or child for affection.

51% of dog and cat owners give their pet a human name such as Molly Sam or Max.

25% Pet owners blow dry their pets hair after a bath.

64% of pet owners include news about their pet and 36% include a picture of their pet in their holiday cards.

70% of dog owners expect their pets to come to their rescue when they're in distress compared to 31% of cat owners.

27% of pet owners have taken their pet to a professional photographer to have its picture taken with its family, Santa Clause or the Easter Bunny.

48% of pet owners pamper their pet by taking it in the car on errands, while 45% set up a special bed for their pet in the house.

53% of pet owners vacation or travel with their pets

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