Sydney sees a post-pandemic surge in dog ownership, with many councils having more dogs than children.
Sydney has experienced a post-pandemic surge in pet ownership, particularly in dogs, with nearly half of its councils now having more dogs than children. In the City of Sydney, there are over two dogs per child under 15, while Woollahra and Inner West have about 1.7 dogs per child. The Inner West has the highest density, with 1,295 dogs per square kilometer. Companion animal registrations increased by 14% since 2019-20, with pet numbers rising over 20% in a third of councils.
October 07, 2024
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