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Evolution of Pet Ownership in the US
39:33 - 46:48 (07:15)
The number of pet dogs in the US has grown by 50% between 1988 and 2017. In the past, veterinary care for pets was only sought in dire situations and euthanasia rates for pets in cities like Los Angeles, New York, and Boston were high in 1960.
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This transcript segment discusses the evolution of animal shelters and how their purpose transformed from merely rounding up strays to providing better care and services such as adoption programs, vaccinations and spaying/neutering.
39:33 - 42:41 (03:08)
animal shelters
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This transcript segment discusses the evolution of animal shelters and how their purpose transformed from merely rounding up strays to providing better care and services such as adoption programs, vaccinations and spaying/neutering.
ChapterEvolution of Pet Ownership in the US
EpisodeThe Largely Equine History of Veterinary Medicine
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The number of pet dogs in the US grew by 50% between 1988 and 2017, indicating the evolution and increased emphasis on veterinary care and animal welfare.
42:41 - 46:48 (04:07)
Pet ownership
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The number of pet dogs in the US grew by 50% between 1988 and 2017, indicating the evolution and increased emphasis on veterinary care and animal welfare. However, personal choices such as outdoor enclosures for dogs are also valid as long as the animal is safe.