This is from a Gallup Poll that asked 455 dog and 344 cat "owners'' that exact question. I can't say there's any startling revelations here, but it's worth sharing nonetheless.
DOGS |
2007 Mar 26-29 |
For companionship/friendship |
42 |
Like/love animals |
24 |
Family wanted one |
17 |
For protection/security |
10 |
Dogs are fun/entertaining |
5 |
For recreational purposes (hunting/exercise) |
5 |
Rescued dog |
3 |
Have always had a dog |
3 |
Dog was given to respondent |
2 |
Other |
2 |
No reason in particular |
1 |
No opinion |
* |
Percentages add to more than 100% due to multiple responses. |
CATS
2007 Mar 26-29 | |
Like/love animals |
27 |
For companionship/friendship |
25 |
Family members wanted cat |
17 |
Rescued the cat |
14 |
Cats are independents/easier to care for/lower maintenance |
8 |
Keep mice/critters away |
6 |
Entertaining/fun |
4 |
Cat was given to respondent |
2 |
Other |
4 |
No reason in particular |
2 |
No opinion |
1 |
Percentages add to more than 100% due to multiple responses. |
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