Connecticut Ranks Next to Last For Dog Ownership

Despite the number of four-legged tail-wagging friends you might see in your neighborhood, Connecticut is not home to many dogs.

According to the Hartford Business Journal, a new report from the American Veterinary Medical Association ranks Connecticut 49th for pet ownership.

he recently released U.S. Pet Ownership & Demographics Sourcebook found that only 28.3 percent of Connecticut households own a dog.

Vermont ranked number one, and the District of Columbia came in last.

Are you a dog owner in Madison? Why do you think the rate of dog ownership is relatively low in the state? Tell us in the comments. And tell us all about your dog!