concept   pet ownership
culture   China
statement   In China, pet ownership is often utilitarian, with a preference for specific breeds and less focus on indoor pet companionship.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 attitude towards pets China Small dogs are often kept indoors as companions, but larger dogs are more commonly kept outside for security or guarding purposes. 1
2 dog ownership China Dogs are usually kept outside the house and are not allowed inside. 1
3 dogs as indoor pets China Dogs are often kept outdoors and serve a more utilitarian purpose. 1
4 dogs as pets China Usually kept outside the house, not commonly allowed inside as house pets 1
5 end-of-life care for pets China Euthanasia for pets is less common and may be considered less acceptable due to traditional beliefs. 1
6 household pets China Fish and birds are commonly kept as household pets, and in some regions, turtles and small reptiles are also popular choices. 1
7 pet China Pets are not commonly allowed inside homes and are often considered as outdoor animals. 1
8 pet China Pets are sometimes kept for specific purposes such as guarding property or providing companionship, but they are not always treated as part of the family. 1
9 pet adoption China Purebred animals from breeders are more sought after than adopting from shelters. 1
10 pet adoption China Pet adoption is less common, and there may be cultural preferences for specific breeds or purchasing pets from commercial sources. 1
11 pet insurance China Limited popularity, with many pet owners opting for self-funding of veterinary expenses 1
12 pet owner China Owning pets, especially dogs, is less common, and they are often kept for practical purposes rather than companionship. 1
13 pet tradition China Traditionally, pets are not commonly seen as part of the family and are often kept for functional purposes, such as guarding property or hunting. 1
14 petnapping China Petnapping is not commonly recognized as a serious crime and is sometimes motivated by the demand for pets in the market in China and Vietnam. 1
15 pets China While some people have pets, the concept of keeping animals primarily for companionship is not as widespread as in the US or UK. 1
16 pets China Pets are often kept for companionship, but they are not typically considered part of the family and are not usually given special treatment or clothing. 1
17 pets China Fish, birds, and turtles are also popular pets and often kept for aesthetic purposes 1