There was no consistent way of measuring the state of pet homelessness
So we went around the globe to consult 200 animal welfare experts and organisations. The State of Pet Homelessness Index was born.
The Status Quo
The Index Solution
No consistent measure of the scale of pet homelessness
Consistent formula calculates proportion of pets which are homeless
No identification of the key issues that need to be solved
Surveys and interviews highlight the leading issues impacting pet homelessness in each country
No ability to turn insights into actions
Survey responses reveal where actions or interventions could help reduce the chance of pets being or becoming homeless
Why we’re doing it
It’s simple. At Mars Petcare, we’re driven by our Purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS.
That’s why for years we have worked to address pet homelessness issues around the world, with a wide range of programs, including responsible pet owner and breeder education, expanded access to veterinary care, shelter support, branded partnerships and donations.
7700+
hours
The Project spent 7700+ hours gathering data, conducted surveys of pet owners and non-pet owners and expert interviews in over nine months of fieldwork
930
data sources reviewed
Including 180+ global and data points reviewed and nearly 30,000 surveys conducted
362M
homeless dogs and cats
Estimated number of shelter, street/stray dogs and cats in the 20 countries measured so far
200+
pet professionals interviewed
Including 44+ analyst and pet expert interviews such as shelters and NGOs working in the pet homelessness space conducted