# Pet Ownership Trends
## Popularity and Benefits
Dogs are the most popular pet worldwide. Cats and fish follow in popularity. It's studied that living with pets improves our health. Adopting a pet brings enjoyment, company, and responsibility.
In the U.S., dogs are the top pet, found in 69 million households. 45.3 million households have cats. 11.8 million have freshwater fish. The Labrador Retriever, Golden Retriever, Poodle, and German Shorthaired Pointer rank among the most popular dogs. The Labrador Retriever is great for families and outdoor activities.
## Economic Impact
In the U.S., 78% of households own a pet. Disposable income is often spent on pets. Pet insurance has also rapidly grown.
## Global Insight
Due to environmental and climatic reasons, other pets are also found in some places, especially Asia and Africa. An article titled "Unleashed in 2024: The Most Surprising World Pet Ownership Stats You Need to Know!" captures the current state and future trends of pet ownership.
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