US EditionAVMA spotlights benefits, responsibilities of pet ownership during National Pet Week 2025
- On May 1, 2025, from Schaumburg, Illinois, the leading U.S. Veterinary organization emphasized the important emotional support pets provide to millions during National Pet Week.
- National Pet Week, established by AVMA in 1981, aims to promote responsible pet ownership and highlight pets' essential needs through education and celebrations.
- AVMA emphasized the importance of nutrition, exercise, and veterinary care, noting that more than half of U.S. Dogs and cats are overweight or obese and require regular health check-ups.
- A new poll by the American Psychiatric Association found that 81% of respondents said pets positively impact mental health, with 65% crediting pets for stress reduction, especially adults 65 and older.
- Dr. Sandra Faeh, AVMA president, stated the human-pet bond is mutual and that National Pet Week reminds people to provide pets with necessary care for them to thrive.
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AVMA spotlights benefits, responsibilities of pet ownership during National Pet Week 2025
SCHAUMBURG, Ill., May 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- This National Pet Week, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) is highlighting an uplifting source of emotional support for millions of Americans: their pets.
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