According to results from the Statista Global Consumer Survey conducted in Italy in 2024, three percent of respondents stated possessing a pet rodent. Among those surveyed, Generation Z, individuals born between 1995 and 2012, had the highest proportion of pet rodent ownership among all generations surveyed, with five percent. In contrast, baby boomers, those born between 1946 and 1964, had the lowest pet rodent ownership share at one percent.
Share of people who own a pet rodent in Italy in 2024, by generation
During the survey, the question was phrased as follows: "Which of these pets live with you in your household?"
Gen Z classified as being born between 1995-2012.
Millennials classified as being born between 1980-1994.
Generation X classified as being born between 1965-1979.
Baby boomer classified as being born between 1946-1964.
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Statista. (May 24, 2024). Share of people who own a pet rodent in Italy in 2024, by generation [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved December 20, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/forecasts/1474988/pet-rodent-ownership-italy-by-generation
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