Oodles of Lucys: survey reveals Australia’s most popular dog breeds and names

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Source: theguardian.com
Oodles of Lucys: survey reveals Australia’s most popular dog breeds and names

Australians leave the television or radio on for pets, take time off work to care for them and bring them on holidays, report finds

Almost three-quarters of Australian households own a pet, new research shows, with dogs retaining their dominant position as the country’s most popular extended family member.

The triennial Animal Medicines Australia 2025 survey shows owners now regularly give pets presents on special occasions, cook for them, leave the television or radio on for them, take time off work to care for them and bring them on holidays.

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