Bupa unveils Australia’s favourite dog and cat breeds
Bupa unveils Australia’s favourite dog and cat breeds | Insurance Business Australia
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Bupa unveils Australia’s favourite dog and cat breeds
Common health issues outlined
Life & Health
By
Roxanne Libatique
Cavoodles have emerged as the top dog breed in Australia, while Domestic Short Hairs lead the pack for cats, according to the latest Bupa Pet Insurance data.
The rankings, drawn from Bupa Pet Insurance policy records from July 2023 to June 2024, included a variety of dog breeds of different sizes. Larger breeds such as Labradors, Border Collies, and Golden Retrievers were featured alongside smaller breeds like the Maltese Cross, French Bulldog, and Miniature Dachshund.
Popular cat breeds listed included Ragdolls, Tabbies, Burmese, and Domestic Short Hairs.
“Aussies continue to embrace paws and claws, and our popular furry pets reflect the wide-ranging choices, needs, and lifestyles of pet parents,” he said. “Besides being cute and cuddly, Cavoodles are able to fit in with many house settings – from large homes to small city apartments, they just make for the perfect housemate.”
Top 10 dog breeds in Australia
Cavoodle
Maltese Cross
Golden Retriever
Labrador
Border Collie
French Bulldog
Miniature Dachshund
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
German Shepherd
Golden Doodle (Groodle)
Top 10 cat breeds in Australia
Domestic Short Hair
Ragdoll
Domestic Medium Hair
Domestic House Cat
Tabby
British Short Hair
Domestic Long Hair
Burmese
Unknown Cat Breed
Ragdoll Cross
Australians continue to have pets despite financial challenges
Despite financial challenges faced by households, pet ownership continues to be robust.
However, a national survey by PetSure found that 21.5% of pet owners have reduced preventive care measures, including routine vet visits for check-ups and preventative care. Additionally, nearly 13% of respondents admitted to skipping their pets’ treatments for fleas, ticks, and worms.
Common health issues for pets in Australia
Bupa Pet Insurance claims data revealed common health issues for dogs, such as gastrointestinal problems, skin allergies, ear infections, ingestion of foreign objects, and eye conditions.
For cats, frequent issues included injuries from accidents, gastrointestinal diseases, skin allergies, eye problems, dental issues, and urinary tract diseases.
Davidson emphasised the importance of regular health checks for pets.
“Many conditions when not treated early can lead to more serious complications,” he said. “With the ongoing financial impacts to household budgets, pet insurance can help cover pets’ medical expenses should something unexpectedly occur.”
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