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Since the global pandemic hit pet ownership has rocketed across the UK, but not everybody who has welcomed an animal into their homes is happy about how they went about it.

In fact, nine per cent of UK pet owners who chose to purchase a cat or dog now regret not adopting their animal companion instead.

The figure was revealed in a survey by GoCompare pet insurance ahead of National Rescue Dog Day on May 20 – created to raise awareness of the countless number of amazing dogs in shelters who deserve a second chance at a forever home.

National Rescue Dog Day: Research reveals that nearly one in 10 pet owners regret buying rather than adopting their four-legged friend