On Pet Choices
The above pie chart shows the preferences of people for various pets. Pets provide enjoyment and companionship for everyone in the family, and also teach children the value of responsibility. There are numerous factors which influence the choice of an animal. Money is one such factor. Different animals have different needs and require varying amounts of money to keep. For example, fish are cheaper than dogs and cats. Hence, 16% of people own a fish or bird as a pet. Time is another factor. Some pets, like dogs, need to spend a lot of time with their owners to be happy. Nowadays, it can be difficult to fit in time in our busy lives to care and look after a pet. Therefore, 33% of people don’t own any pets, while 26% keep a dog, and only 15% have a cat. Probably the most important factor while choosing a pet in cities is space. There is a huge lack of space in apartments to keep bigger animals. That may be the reason why only 10% of people are able to keep both a dog and a cat in their home.
