Pet Equity Quiz

Pet equity quiz

Our new More Than a Pet campaign aims to ensure everyone has a FAIR SHAKE at pet ownership. Take this quiz to test your knowledge about access to pet care gaps and the health benefits of having a pet.

How many pets in the United States don’t have equitable access to veterinary services and pet resources?

1+ million

10+ million

20+ million

50+ million

What percentage of pets experiencing poverty with their families have never seen a vet?

10%

25%

40%

70%

What are the most common barriers to accessing pet care?

Geographic proximity to petcare services

Availability of pet care services in an individuals preferred language

Cost of services

Access to transportation to and from pet care services

Clinic hours compete with working hours

All of the above

Children who read to animals showed better social skills and more:

Artistic expression, emotional regulation and relaxation

Happiness, healthiness, and cuteness

Playing, running and jumping

Sharing, cooperation and volunteering

In a study of older adults who live alone, pet ownership protects against what?

Strokes

Depression

Loneliness

Skin issues

How many pet owners consider their animal a part of the family?

12%

44%

57%

88%

What positive mental health impacts do pet owners attribute to their pets?

Reducing stress and anxiety

Providing unconditional love and support

Offering companionship

Provide a calming presence

All of the above

In the communities we serve, what does the HSUS do to help people facing barriers to accessing pet resources?

Provide veterinary services at no cost to the pet's family

Build veterinary capacity through training

Collect and distribute pet food, free of charge

All of the above

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