Do you ever wake up and say, Hey, today I’m gonna snag myself a rhino horn? Or better yet, do a little bit of elephant poaching since there’s such a huge demand despite the Wildlife Conservation Society saying we’ve endangered animals to the brink of extinction. Poaching doesn’t just happen to South Africa’s rhino population […]
Dogs are not just man’s best friend; they are also an integral part of many households and communities around the world. According to the American Pet Products Association, there are over 90 million dogs in the United States alone. These loyal and loving creatures come in all shapes and sizes, and each one has its […]
Blame it on the global pandemic or any media influence, but pet spending and the idea that pets are family members drive pet ownership to record highs. There’s a reason the pet food industry and pet insurance market are regular topics discussed on Fortune Business Insights. U.S. pet owners indulge their pets not just with […]
Anyone who’s ever spent time in the UK knows that pet owners don’t just shape pet ownership statistics but that pet-owning households share a way of life. Brits were the first to declare animals as sentient beings! At a glance, 57% or more than half of British adults own 38 million pets. The UK Pet […]
In 2025, pet ownership remains a cornerstone of American life, as per APPA’s 2025 Industry Report, 94 million U.S. households own a pet, accounting for 71% of all households. Despite a slight dip from the peak in 2020, this figure represented a significant rise from the 56% recorded in 1988, the inaugural year of tracking […]
Each year, dogs bite more than 4.5 million people in the United States. Of those, approximately 885,000 seek medical attention, and nearly 370,000 require emergency department care. Children make up a significant portion of these victims, highlighting the need for awareness and prevention. There’s no point in sugar-coating the topic; dog bites are a serious […]
Americans keep no secrets about their best friends. According to the American Pet Product Association, pet ownership is still rising, and the battle between dog owners and cat owners is one where all parties win. Dogs are wonderful companion animals. The Labrador Retriever still rules but the German Shepherd, Golden Retriever, and breeds like the […]
There is a lot of us. As of January 1, 2023, there are 7,942,645,086 people on Earth. That’s an increase of 0.94% over last year. Two of us take our last breath every second, while four babies take their first. We also eat a lot! Before factory farming took over the agricultural forum and how […]
Wheat isn’t just about our diet. Wheat significantly impacts cultures and is an essential staple that connects people and communities. Although wheat sales rise and fall, it’s a go-to food for many. Wheat has saved millions of lives. However, wheat is an umbrella term and includes other grains exported worldwide from Russia to Canada. Because […]
Lester, a ginger tabby of inimitable size, suns himself on the courtyard wall. He’s been out carousing all night long; a week ago, he left a full-size hare, a token of appreciation on the terrace. Lester is free-ranging and good at what he does. He’s an expert killer. It’s not something he was taught or […]