Rate of Popular Pets in South Africa 2024

Rate of Popular Pets in South Africa 2024

Share the statistic on social media channels or embed the statistic in your website using "Embed Code", where available.

Share chart

Embed chart
Select Citation

Cite this statistic and select one of the following formats: APA, Chicago, Harvard, MLA & Bluebook


  • APA
  • Chicago
  • Harvard
  • MLA
  • Bluebook
  • IEEE
TGM StatBox. (2024). Rate of Popular Pets in South Africa 2024. TGM StatBox.
Chart Details
Timeframe: 2024
Type of survey: CAWI
Number of respondents: 383
Age group: 18 - 64
Published date: 2024
Survey Question: "What kind of pet(s) do you have personally? (those have more than 1 pet)"
Key Takeaways
In South Africa, 91.1% of pet owners indicating they have a canine companion. This high rate places South Africa among the countries with the strongest dog ownership globally. In comparison, cats, while popular, account for a lower percentage of 56.7%. Other pets such as fish, rabbits, and birds trail significantly behind. For a more comprehensive understanding, consider investigating the attitudes toward pets in South Africa, the most popular dog breeds, and top dog breeds in South Africa.

Would you like to know more?
Check our report on this topic

Pet Care Report in South Africa 2024

Pet Care Insights Report in South Africa

Learn more about Pet Care in South Africa with TGM StatBox. Explore our detailed report, complete with graphs and tables, for in-depth insights.

Go to report

Further Recommended Statistics

Statbox vector
Statbox |form contact icon

Have Other Queries?

Statbox vector

Connect with our expert team for immediate assistance or comprehensive market analysis. We are always ready to support your business needs.