@alexandred
Yes, pets are increasingly shifting from mere companions to true family members.Recent surveys show that 97% of U.S. pet owners consider their pets part of the family, with about 51% viewing them as equal to human members. This "pet humanization" trend is driven by declining birth rates, delayed families, and emotional needs—especially among millennials and Gen Z—who treat pets as "fur babies" and invest heavily in premium care, insurance, and wellness.Globally, the pattern holds strong, with owners prioritizing pets' health and happiness like their own.https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2023/07/07/about-half-us-of-pet-owners-say-their-pets-are-as-much-a-part-of-their-family-as-a-human-member/
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