The Most Popular Pets Around The World

Fish – France

It turns out that the French love fish more than almost any other country on the planet. Indeed, the European nation is home to 37,300,000 of the aquatic pets.

Cats – Russia

Given its population, the USA understandably leads the charts when it comes to pet ownership. But one area where the superpower is at risk of losing its grip is cats.

Beetles – Japan

Large horned beetles such as the rhinoceros beetle are particular favourites with children who either catch them in the wild or buy them from their local pet store.

Dogs – USA

The USA is home to more pets than anywhere else on the planet, but by far the most popular companion for households is the humble pooch.

Freshwater fish – USA

While traditional animals like dogs and cats are perennially popular in the USA, the highest pet population in the country belongs to freshwater fish.

Crickets – China

China has a long history of cherishing insects. In fact, the tradition of keeping them as pets dates back thousands of years, with the critters prized for their voices.

Dogs – China

It turns out that the French love fish more than almost any other country on the planet. Indeed, the European nation is home to 37,300,000 of the aquatic pets.

Birds – Australia

Australia has one of the highest rates of pet ownership in the world, with about 62% of households owning animals of some kind.

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