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How we collect, verify, and maintain 408+ cat statistics to ensure accuracy and reliability.
We prioritize sources based on their authority and methodology
Our database covers statistics from seven regions: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Germany, France, and Japan—each sourced from their respective national authorities.
Original data from recognized institutions conducting their own research.
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🇨🇦 Canada
🇦🇺 Australia
🇩🇪 Germany
🇫🇷 France
🇯🇵 Japan
Academic studies published in scientific journals with peer review.
Official statistics from government agencies and regulatory bodies.
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🇨🇦 Canada
🇦🇺 Australia
🇩🇪 Germany
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Market research and industry analysis with documented methodology.
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🇬🇧 United Kingdom
We track how current each statistic is based on data age
Less than 2 years old
Most reliable data, actively maintained by source organizations.
2-4 years old
Still relevant but may not reflect latest trends.
4-6 years old
Use with caution; conditions may have changed significantly.
6+ years old
Historical reference only; seek updated sources when available.
How we handle disagreements between sources
Different research organizations sometimes report different values for the same metric. This is common and usually stems from methodological differences rather than errors.
Example: AVMA reports 42.1M cat-owning households (32.1%) while APPA reports 49M households (37%). The 7M difference stems from survey methodology variations - both are valid for different use cases.
How we gather and verify statistics
We identify authoritative sources through literature review and industry connections.
Statistics are extracted with full context including methodology, sample size, and limitations.
Each statistic is cross-referenced against other sources when available.
We monitor sources for updates and refresh data on an annual cycle. Next update: 2027-01.
How we handle regional differences in cat statistics
Cat ownership patterns, welfare statistics, and industry data vary significantly between countries. A statistic valid for the US may not apply to the UK, and vice versa. We maintain separate statistics for each region to ensure accuracy.
Key Difference: The UK has approximately 12 million pet cats while the US has 76 million - but cat ownership rates are similar (26% of UK households vs 32% of US households). Raw numbers require regional context.
Statistics about our statistics
408
Total Statistics
12
Categories
19
Unique Sources
12
Peer-Reviewed
98
US
62
UK
58
CA
50
AU
50
DE
50
FR
40
JP
Last collected: January 17, 2026
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