
01/08/2025
There are an estimated 600 million to 1 billion cats living around the world today. Around 370 million of them are kept as pets, while the rest live as strays or feral cats in urban and rural areas.
Asia is home to the largest cat population โ close to 400 million โ and the United States has one of the highest numbers of pet cats, with about 88 million living in homes across the country.
Cats are found on every continent except Antarctica. Their ability to adapt to a variety of environments has made them one of the most widespread animals on the planet.
These numbers show just how important it is to support responsible pet ownership, spay and neuter programs, and community care for stray and feral cats. ๐พ