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SURVEY RESULTS
Summarizing Differences Between “Owners”
& “Guardians”
{This
survey is set up to provide a wide variety of information from your
participants. In this particular
completion, we asked 303 individuals in 7 western states to fill in their
choices with total anonymity. We were
looking for the difference between those who keep their pets inside at night
(referred to as GUARDIANS) vs. those who keep them outside at night (referred
to as “OWNERS”) and the additional degree of care provided to their
pets. This clearly shows the
variables from those two schools of thought.
Your local vets will likely confirm these findings as what they see in
daily practice as well.}
The dog
who sleeps inside the home at night clearly lives a happier, healthier and
longer life. It is more sociable,
able to protect against harm and becomes an appreciated member of the family
– ‘’mans’ best friend’’.
The
original survey is also shown on this site and was developed by Randy Warner
of 21st Century Cares.
The
results were tallied and reviewed by Dr. Jeanette Shutay Ph.d
In comparing those who consider themselves “owners” of
their dogs and those who consider themselves “guardians” of their dogs, the
following was found:
- 100%
of the “guardians” keep their dogs inside the house at night while 0% of
the “owners” do the same.
- 55%
of the “owners” stated that their dog just sits alone in the back yard
while 0% of the “guardians” reported that to be true of their dogs.
- 83%
of the “guardians” take their dog to the vet every six months versus 0%
of the “owners”. Furthermore 30%
of the “owners” take their dogs once every three years while only 4% of
the “guardians” report the same to be true.
- 100%
of the “guardians” stated that their dog is current on vaccinations
while only 8% of the “owners” stated the same to be true.
- 89%
of the “guardians” are currently displaying some form of identification
or microchip for their dog versus only 18% of “owners”.
- 82%
of the “owners” stated that they never walk their dog while only 26% of
the “guardians” report the same to be true.
- 42%
of “owners” stated that they have accidentally forgotten to provide
their dog with water or food on a given day while 0% of the “guardians”
report the same to be true.
- 86%
of “owners” stated that they have relinquished a dog to a dog pound,
rescue organization or another family while 0% of the “guardians” report
the same to be true.
- Only
14% of “owners” report that they have taken their dog to the vet within
the last 18 months for a regular check-up while 100% of the “guardians”
report having done so.
- 100%
of “guardians” report that their dog is spayed or neutered while only
18% of the “owners” report the same to be true.
- 80%
of “owners” believe that dogs who have been turned in to the pound or
rescue groups must have something wrong with it and that is why they
would not consider one of these dogs.
However, 0% of the “guardians” believe the same to be true.
- 100%
of “guardians” stated that if their dog had an ear infection that would
cost $500-$600 to correct, they would have it treated immediately. However, only 42% of “owners” stated
that they would have it treated immediately.
- 80%
of “owners” stated that they have had a dog who escaped their care and
was never again seen or heard from while only 32% of the “guardians”
reported the same to be true.
- 58%
of “owners” stated that when training a new dog in the home, there have
been members of the household who have hit or kicked the dog during a
strong reprimanding. However,
only 9% of “guardians” report the same to be true.
- 92%
of “owners” reported that their dog is just too stupid to be trained
like they would like, so they just never sought any professional
help. 0% of “guardians” reported
the same to be true.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON VARYING USES OF THIS SURVEY, FELL FREE TO CONTACT
21ST CENTURY CARES AT
21stcares@citlink.net.
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