Today is National Pet Day.
According to a survey, one in five Americans own a pet. Dogs are the most popular pet to own (45%), followed by cats, fish, birds and hamsters.
Ten percent of Americans say their pet is their best friend.
Ways Americans plan to celebrate today include:
-Giving their pet a special treat- 32 percent
-Telling their pet ‘I love you’- 19 percent
-Buying or making a special gift for their pet- 15 percent
-Letting their pet sleep in their bed with them- 15 percent