Germany
Germany Index Details
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Estimated homeless cats and dogs
2.06 million
Estimated street or stray cats
2 million
Estimated street or stray dogs
<1,000
Estimated cats and dogs in shelters
60k
8.6
Index Score
Score Scale:
Number of cats and dogs on the street or in shelters
0
10
0=High
10=Low to nil
8.9
All Pets Wanted:
Stray Populations & Responsible Breeding
8.8
All Pets Cared For:
Pet Adoption & Access To Care
8.1
All Pets Welcome:
Pet Ownership Barriers & Policies
Data Highlights
The Index data for Germany shows that 85% of respondents conducted extensive pre-purchase research before getting a dog. This high consideration for the needs and requirements of pet ownership is helping drive the ‘All Pets Wanted’ score for the country up.
German Index data shows nearly half (47%) of the general population believe that rabies and ticks are present and a concern for their pet where they live. This contributes to bringing the country’s ‘All Pets Wanted’ score down.
The Index data for Germany shows strong familiarity with local shelters and rescue centers is driving the ‘All Pets Cared For’ score up. 70% of those aware of shelters know of one in their neighborhood, compared to the global average of only 54%.
German Index data shows that there are current perceptions about adopting specific breeds that are bringing the ‘All Pets Cared For’ score for the country down.
German Index data shows the country’s strong federal legal structure protecting animals against cruelty and abuse is driving the ‘All Pets Welcome’ score for the country up.
The Index data for Germany indicates that practical concerns about owning a cat or a dog - such as time, training or overall commitment – is driving down the ‘All Pets Welcome’ score. Nearly 1 in 4 (23%) of German respondents report they wouldn’t consider owning a dog because it is too much of a commitment.