It seems that people have been using their extra time at home to care for an animal. According to data from the RSPCA, interest in adopting pets on their website grew 68% during lockdown (between March 23 and December 31). Their fostering page also saw a staggering 244 per cent increase and the number of views to these pages dedicated to rehoming dogs surged by 87%. If you are a responsible and competent owner who has the time and patience to care for a rescue animal, there are plenty of furry friends to take care of right on your doorstep. However, it’s important to remember that a pet is for life- not just for lockdown.