|
PetTrivia
AAHA Pet Owner Survey
- The majority (80%) of pet owners value the companionship that they get from their pets. In return, they feel the love and attention they give their pet are the most important things they can give them.
- Fifty-eight (58%) of pet owners consider themselves their pets' mom or dad; another 28% consider themselves their pets' playmates and friends.
- Nearly one-third of pet owners spend more time with their pets than with family or friends.
- Most pet owners (89%) believe that their pets understand all or some of what
they say.
- Over half (53%) believe that their pets would come to their rescue of they were in distress.
- Six out of 10 pet owners say they would spend $1,000 or more to save their pets' lives.
- Half of pet owners say that they celebrate their pets' birthdays, and almost 80% give them presents for their birthdays or holiday occasions.
- Almost seven out of 10 pet owners talk to their pets on the telephone or through their answering machines when they're not home.
Take the pet health quiz today!
Be sure to use this pet health checklist each month at home. It'll help you recognize problems early and bring your pet in for help.
| 1. |
Yes |
No |
My pet sometimes seems stiff or has difficulty getting up and down, or is sore after running and jumping |
| 2. |
Yes |
No |
My pet has gained weight, or lost weight. |
| 3. |
Yes |
No |
My pet has been coughing, or seems winded after walking and playing. |
| 4. |
Yes |
No |
My pet has increasing episodes of vomiting or diarrhea. |
| 5. |
Yes |
No |
My pet is drinking more water than usual. |
| 6. |
Yes |
No |
My pet urinates more frequently or sometimes has accidents. |
| 7. |
Yes |
No |
My pet's eating habits have changed. |
| 8. |
Yes |
No |
My pet has bad smelling breath and/or red irritated gums. |
| 9. |
Yes |
No |
My pet sometimes seems disoriented or is slow to respond. |
| 10. |
Yes |
No |
My pet just isn't acting like herself/himself. |
If you answered yes to any of these questions, your pet may have a health problem. Pets can't tell us what is wrong, and it's always a good idea to have them checked if you suspect.
If you have questions or concerns about your pet, or if you want to make an appointment please call us today at:
FAIRFIELD
ANIMAL
HOSPITAL
1126
Village Plaza
Columbiana, Ohio 44408
Phone: (330) 482-9755
FAX: (330) 482-0767
Top 10 Pet Names
1998
The following top 10 pet name list was compiled from 300,000 pet names provided to the ASPCA from veterinarians across the country:
- Max
- Sam
- Lady
- Bear
- Smokey
- Shadow
- Kitty
- Molly
- Buddy
- Brandy
|
Compare Your Dog's Age With
Equivalent Human Age
|
 |
Age In Years |
Up to 14 lbs |
15-30 lbs |
30-49 lbs |
50-74 lbs |
75-100 lbs |
Over 100 lbs |
| 1 |
12 |
12 |
12 |
14 |
16 |
20 |
| 2 |
19 |
19 |
21 |
23 |
23 |
26 |
| 3 |
25 |
25 |
25 |
26 |
29 |
32 |
| 4 |
32 |
32 |
32 |
35 |
35 |
38 |
| 5 |
35 |
36 |
36 |
37 |
39 |
42 |
| 6 |
40 |
40 |
42 |
43 |
45 |
48 |
| 7 |
44 |
44 |
45 |
46 |
48 |
52 |
| 8 |
48 |
48 |
50 |
52 |
52 |
57 |
| 9 |
52 |
52 |
53 |
54 |
56 |
62 |
| 10 |
56 |
56 |
56 |
58 |
61 |
66 |
| 11 |
60 |
60 |
60 |
62 |
65 |
72 |
| 12 |
62 |
62 |
63 |
66 |
70 |
78 |
| 13 |
66 |
66 |
67 |
70 |
75 |
83 |
| 14 |
70 |
70 |
70 |
75 |
80 |
90 |
| 15 |
73 |
73 |
76 |
80 |
85 |
97 |
| 16 |
78 |
78 |
80 |
85 |
90 |
104 |
| 17 |
82 |
82 |
84 |
90 |
97 |
111 |
| 18 |
87 |
87 |
90 |
96 |
104 |
120 |
| 19 |
91 |
91 |
95 |
103 |
112 |
|
| 20 |
96 |
97 |
100 |
110 |
120 |
|
- Courtesy of Fairfield Animal Hospital & Pet Center -
|
