This Friday, like every April 4th, the World Stray Animals Day is celebrated. The goal is to raise awareness worldwide about the value and importance that animals deserve, the dangers of them being on the streets, and the need to promote adoption.
In the case of Argentina, the good news on this date is that a recent survey showed a remarkable increase in pet adoptions. Additionally, 97% prefer this practice over buying a pet.
World Stray Animals Day: Why it is celebrated today
The World Stray Animals Day was promoted by the International Society for Animal Rights, also known as ISAR by its English initials, in 1992.
Raising awareness about animals on the streets.
During this celebration, several national and international organizations see it as an opportunity to draw attention to society.
Mainly, to raise awareness about the large number of animals that are abandoned or born under those conditions on the streets every year.
“All dogs and cats should have a home, but stray animals do not have one: they are condemned to lead poor and miserable lives on the streets, often in malnutrition, suffering extreme temperatures, vulnerable to diseases, persecuted, and harmed by hostile people against them,” expressed the creators of this commemoration.
According to estimates, there are around 600 million dogs and cats living in precarious conditions on the streets. This is accompanied by hunger, poor health conditions, and even injuries.
Fortunately, there are many people dedicated to fighting for the welfare of animals, carrying out campaigns and activities with the aim of saving and raising awareness about them. However, there is still a long way to go.
In Argentina, 97% of dog and cat owners prefer to adopt rather than buy
A survey conducted by the research company Voices! in Argentina showed a significant increase in pet adoptions, especially among women and young adults.
In Argentina, they prefer to adopt.
This trend reached 97% in households with domestic animals in 2023. The majority of people prefer to adopt animals instead of buying them, strengthening the bond between them over time.
The research, conducted in 2023, revealed that 8 out of 10 men and women live with pets in their homes. Since the first survey in 2018, the presence of pets has significantly increased, rising from 60% to 70% between 2018 and 2020, and reaching 79% in 2023.
These data reflect the deep commitment of citizens to their animals.
The emotional connection between Argentinians and their pets
Argentinians and their pets.
90% of the respondents, including women and young adults, do everything possible to prevent their pets from being alone at home for a long time. Additionally, 97% of dog and cat owners consider their pets as another member of the family.
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