Here are the top 10 most dog-friendly nations:

1. Most Americans just can’t tolerate being in a nation without “man’s best friends”, and lots of them. Dog parks are springing up seemingly everywhere. Establishments to groom and even pamper dogs are numerous. Strict laws supporting animal welfare are in place.

2. Brazil was home to 35.7 million canine companions in 2017. About half of Brazilian households are home to dogs, as that country’s middle class is growing while the fertility rate is decreasing and the life-expectancy rate is increasing. With more disposable income, fewer human children, and longer lives to live, Brazilians are turning to canine companions, particularly after their human children leave the nest.

3. With 27.4 million dogs, China is third on the list. Although the nation has relaxed its prohibition against a family having more than two children, the Chinese human population is not growing as fast as its canine population. Also, having a pet dog is no longer considered to be a disease of the decadent West, and charity-minded dog lovers are taking care of the nation’s stray dogs. At the same time, strict laws against animal cruelty are enforced.

4. Russia, 15.0 million

5. Japan, 12.0 million

6. Philippines, 11.6 million

7. India, 10.2 million

8. Argentina, 9.2 million

9. France, 7.4 million

10. Romania, 4.1 million

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