Posted: Fri 23rd Jul 2021
Despite being called ‘man’s best friend’ dogs are most likely pet to be abused by owners, new RSPCA figures show
According to new figures, released by the RSPCA, dogs are four times more likely to be the victims of intentional harm compared to cats.
While there are an estimated 12 million dogs and 12 million cats being kept as pets in the UK*, dogs are much more likely to be the victims of deliberate cruelty.
As part of its Cancel Out Cruelty campaign, the RSPCA is releasing new figures today that highlight how – despite being called ‘man’s best friend’ – dogs are the most likely pet to be abused by their owners.