The National Animal Welfare Statistics Dashboard provides aggregate data on the total number of dogs and cats entering and leaving organizations across the country. These national estimates are created using collected data from organizations from 2016-2024.
In 2024, SAC released national estimates based on organization and species-level medians. While these estimates were thoroughly validated and instrumental in identifying high-level trends, we recognized an opportunity to deepen our analysis. The updated model enables a more nuanced understanding of the data, helping us uncover patterns and insights that can drive significant improvements in animal welfare outcomes.