54. Our love of pets

What does it mean to have a pet?

• An animal you fear
• An animal you keep for farming
• An animal you keep as a companion
• An animal used for hunting

How are dog people often described?

• Independent and quiet
• Friendly and loyal
• Arrogant and fast
• Lazy and curious

What percent of UK households had at least one pet in 2021?

• 28%
• 40%
• 52%
• 18 million

What percent of UK pets had social media accounts?

• 7%
• 17%
• 70%
• 27%

When did the term "pet" begin to mean emotional connection with animals?

• 1700s
• 1800s
• 1900s
• 1600s

What does “living standards” refer to?

• Job opportunities
• Wealth only
• Level of material comfort
• Emotional health

What is “disposable income”?

• Money for rent
• Money before taxes
• Money left after taxes and essentials
• Money kept in savings

What exotic pets did Victorians keep?

• Cats and dogs
• Tigers and lions
• Chickens and cows
• Fish and frogs

What pet did Charles Dickens have?

• A cat
• A monkey
• A raven
• A dog

What qualities did Victorians admire in dogs?

• Laziness
• Loyalty and steadfastness
• Playfulness
• Silence and calm