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Depending on the source, it seems Australia has or used to have the highest pet ownership rates in the world. Why do you think this is? (lemmy.ca)

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[–] No1@aussie.zone 3 points 6 days ago

Because he's such a good boy!

[–] threeduck@aussie.zone 1 points 6 days ago

I watched some YouTube video suggesting Australians have the biggest houses in the world, could have something to do with that?

[–] eureka@aussie.zone 1 points 6 days ago

It is interesting because cats (a common pet) are a huge problem for native wildlife. But I don't know why, beyond it being normal and people often having the means to provide for a pet.

Recently I've seen lots of people adopting former racing dogs after a lot of news came out about ethical concerns in the greyhound racing industry.

[–] trk@aussie.zone 11 points 1 week ago

Because dogs are rad

[–] Seagoon_@aussie.zone 5 points 1 week ago

Because we love animals and nature and have the space.

[–] jagungal 1 points 1 week ago

We have very high per capita income and GDP, as well as a lot of land. Until "recently" you could expect to buy a house with a backyard on a median income. This probably has contributed to it, but I couldn't tell you why we would beat the US.