Table 6 Child indication of animals other than their own pet contacted (n=965), and frequency of contact
From: Pet ownership, dog types and attachment to pets in 9–10 year old children in Liverpool, UK
Animal | Yes, n (%) | Daily, n (%) | Weekly, n (%) | Monthly, n (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Dog | 533 (55.6) | 199 (38.5) | 185 (35.8) | 133 (25.7) |
Cat | 328 (34.2) | 121 (40.3) | 103 (34.3) | 76 (25.3) |
Rabbit | 131 (13.7) | 42 (34.2) | 41 (33.3) | 40 (32.5) |
Rodent | 99 (10.3) | 39 (42.4) | 21 (22.8) | 32 (34.8) |
Horse (including riding) | 73 (7.6) | 19 (27.5) | 22 (31.8) | 28 (40.6) |
Other pet | 190 (19.8) | 62 (35.8) | 57 (33.0) | 54 (31.2) |