Monika Martyn

Monika Martyn

Monika Martyn is a nomadic minimalist and published author. Her pet portfolio includes experience with over forty cats and dogs, and she becomes their surrogate and a valued pack member. One of her proudest accomplishments is typing while petting a fur baby on her lap. She also excels at dog-speak and cat-talk and is working on mastering fish lingo.
Aside from her animal advocacy, she is passionate about the environment, plastic pollution, and living with less (not including chocolate and coffee). She practices yoga and meditation faithfully.

She’s experienced living abroad and believes that together people can evoke change for the better. Or at least be kind to one another despite our differences. She has an uncanny knack for remembering people’s names.
She’s proud of her two Pushcart Nominations, her debut novel, and her marriage. When she’s not writing, she’s thinking about writing. Monika believes that education is the biggest gift to humanity at any age.

April 22, 2026 Facts & Stats Advocate 

Pet Spending Statistics You Need To Know in 2026

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 […]

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April 21, 2026 Dogs Advocate Facts & Stats 

Dog Statistics Dog Lovers Should Know in 2026

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 71 million dogs in the United States alone. These loyal and loving creatures come in all shapes and sizes, and each one has its […]

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April 21, 2026 Advocate Animal Abuse Facts & Stats 

Poaching Statistics 2026 – Global Facts, Trends & Impact

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 […]

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UK Pet Ownership Statistics in 2026 – How Many Cats & Dogs are There?

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, 62% of British adults own 36.5 million pets. The UK Pet Food (formerly known as […]

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April 18, 2026 Advocate Facts & Stats 

Pet Ownership Statistics 2026 – Latest Numbers and Trends

In 2026, pet ownership remains a cornerstone of American life, as per APPA’s Industry Report, 95 million U.S. households own a pet, accounting for 71.6% 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 pet […]

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April 11, 2026 Dogs Advocate Facts & Stats 

How Many Dogs Are in the US in 2026

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 French Bulldog still rules, but the German Shepherd, Golden Retriever, and breeds like the […]

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April 8, 2026 Advocate Dogs Facts & Stats 

Dognapping & Dog Theft Statistics To Know In 2026

Pet thieves will stop at nothing to steal a dog for money. Dog theft is a heartbreaking reality for millions of dog owners. Many people believe that if the lost animals are dog microchipped, they can activate a tracking system for their animals. That is not the case. Missing dogs must enter a shelter or […]

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April 8, 2026 Advocate Animal Abuse Facts & Stats 

Factory Farming Statistics You Need to Know in 2026

There are a lot of us. As of April 1, 2026, there are 8.28 billion people on Earth. That’s an increase of 0.83% 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 […]

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March 24, 2026 Advocate Dogs Facts & Stats 

How Many Dogs Are in the World in 2026?

Humans believe they domesticated the canine some 27,000-40,000 years ago. Since then, dogs have progressed in number and moved from lounging by the fire, keeping a watchful eye, to cuddling with us on the sofa. So who domesticated who? Pet dog ownership is on the rise, and the pandemic fueled part of this growth. In […]

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March 24, 2026 Advocate Animal Abuse Facts & Stats 

How Many Deer Are Killed Each Year – A Heart-Breaking Situation for These Beautiful Creatures

Americans and Canadians share six deer species and subspecies that roam the land from the east to the west coast. Some people believe wild deer are a beautiful part of nature, while others see the deer population as a fun sport and a hunt. Since deer move, some experts predict 1.5-2.1 million accidents yearly. Other […]

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