The data illustrates the number of dogs in the U.S. from 2000 to 2017. In 2017, a total of about 89.7 million dogs lived in households in the U.S. as pets. In comparison, some 68 million dogs were owned in the U.S. in 2000.
Dogs in the U.S.
The domestic dog originated from the grey wolf and still shares their distinctive characteristics such as excellent hearing and a keen sense of smell. As carnivores, they consume meat-based foods. They wear a coat, which can be short or long. Most dogs shed their fur twice a year - known as winter coat and summer coat for adjusting to different temperatures.
