Key information from The PDSA 2022 Report

The People's Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA) PAW 2022 report summarises data from the UK on pet ownership. In 2022, there were 10.2 million dogs, 11.1 million cats, and 1 million rabbits reported owned in the UK. In total 27% of UK adults own a dog, 24% own a cat, and 2% own a rabbit.

In 2022, 6% of pet owners travelled abroad with their pet, with dog owners being the majority (9%. Approximately 60% travel abroad for holidays and 40% to see their families).

In general 68% of dogs are left alone for part of the day, with the majority being left alone

for 1-4 hours. 11% of dogs experience separation anxiety when left at home.

Pet ownership contributes greatly to the well-being of their owners with 94% owners (95% dog owners) stating that pet ownership makes them happy, 65% of owners claiming to have better health (85% dog owners), 84% reporting improvements in their mental health (87% dog owners) , and 84% reporting less loneliness (85% dog owners) .

For more information please read the full report.