National Pet Day is on April 11.

Hi there,

It’s time to raise the woof! That’s right — National Pet Day is on April 11.

And according to a recent survey conducted by TopCashback.com, the USA’s most generous cash back site, 27 percent of Americans spend more money on their pet(s) than themselves.

The survey polled a cross-section of 2,899 adults, aged 18 and over.

Fur-ever Friends

Do you own a pet?

• Yes (81 percent)
• No (19 percent)

What kind of pet(s) do you have? (select all that apply) [top four responses]

• Dog (70 percent)
• Cat (48 percent)
• Fish (Nine percent)
• Bird (Five percent)

How many pets do you own? [top four responses]

• One (42 percent)
• Two (25 percent)
• Three (12 percent)
• Six or more (11 percent)

Pam-purr-ed Pets

On average, how much do you spend per pet each year (not including veterinarian expenses)?

• $251-$500 (30 percent)
• $501-$1,000 (26 percent)
• $100-$250 (23 percent)
• More than $1,000 (15 percent)
• Less than $100 (Six percent)

Do you buy holiday-specific gifts/treats for your pet(s)?

• Yes (68 percent)
• No (32 percent)

Do you look for discounts when shopping for your pet(s)?

• Yes (84 percent)
• Sometimes (13 percent)
• No (Three percent)