Cats lag in Veterinary visits

Cats may be the No. 1 pet in the United States in terms of popularity, but dogs rule at the veterinary office. The average number of veterinary visits per year, by species:

2.6 Dogs

2.2 Horses

1.7 Cats

0.3 Birds

Cats don't see the veterinarian as often as dogs do.

Source: American Veterinary Medical Association