Whether seeking a loyal companion, a source of comfort, or a little extra happiness in their day, people choose pet ownership for a multitude of reasons.

As the trend towards adopting rescue pets gains momentum, attention is drawn to the pressing issues facing pets today, from animal homelessness and neglect to the importance of responsible pet care and welfare.

We asked 1,220 people in the US, the UK, Australia and New Zealand about their motivations for pet ownership, their views on the most pressing issues affecting animals and where they believe charities should prioritise their efforts in promoting animal welfare. Here’s what we discovered:

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