In a survey conducted among Australians who would like to have a domestic pet in 2022, the most popular choice was a dog; 59 percent of existing pet owners stated they would like to have another, and 45 percent of non-owners said a dog would be their choice.
Breakdown of desire to have a pet in Australia in 2022, by type
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AMA (Australia). (November 16, 2022). Breakdown of desire to have a pet in Australia in 2022, by type [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved June 07, 2025, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/1302218/australia-desire-to-have-a-pet-by-type/
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