Furry friends are so important that some pet owners are considering their pets when it comes to election decisions.
According to a new survey, 65 percent of pet owners say when they vote they will consider how issues like climate change might impact their pet’s future.
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Banfield Pet Hospital surveyed 1,000 dog and cat owners online. They found that pets are helping people cope with the coronavirus pandemic and elections.
Key findings:
- Nearly 70 percent say they are using their pets as a way to de-stress during the pandemic.
- 70 percent also say they would rather watch dog or cat videos instead of election news.
- And 53 percent would rather spend the evening with their pets than a roommate or significant other.