Between 2012 and 2022, the most stolen breed of dog in London was the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, with 498 dogs of this breed being reported as stolen in the decade. Additionally, 210 Chihuahuas and 149 French Bull Dogs had been reported stolen within the past ten years. In 2022, a total of 398 dog thefts took place in London.
Are dogs the most popular pet in the United Kingdom?
The population of pet dogs has grown in the United Kingdom (UK) over the few years. In 2022, 34 percent of households in the UK owned at least one pooch. Dogs were the most common type of pet amongst UK pet owners, accounting for one third of all household animals in 2022, followed by cats, and indoor birds.
How much does the nation spend on pets?
Pet care in the UK is a thriving industry with constant year-on-year growth. According to the latest data, spending on pets and associated items reached 9.66 million British pounds in 2021, up by over 16 percent in 2020. Moreover, consumer spending on veterinary services amounted to around four billion British pounds in 2021.
Most stolen dog breeds in London between 2012 and 2022
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Metropolitan Police. (January 12, 2023). Most stolen dog breeds in London between 2012 and 2022 [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved December 22, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/1359902/most-stolen-dog-breeds-london/
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