5 Most Popular Pets in the US

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1. Dogs 

Number of households: 65.1 million

It’s no surprise that dogs are number one on the list of the 20 most popular pets in the US. This pet is also heavily contributing to the growth of the pet industry as new jobs like pet walkers first originated as a requirement for dogs. Not only do these animals provide a tremendous amount of love and affection, but science shows that owning a dog also improves the quality of life, especially for children and older individuals. 

As people’s concern for their dogs grows, so do the sales of organic dog food sold by companies such as FreshPet (NYSE:FRPT). These meals promise health benefits for pets, and hence, enthusiasts are keen to get their hands on them. 

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