| Animal | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| % | % | |
| Dog | 44.5 | 42.6 |
| Cat | 30.9 | 29.2 |
| Fish | 19.6 | 17.7 |
| Bird | 5.0 | 4.7 |
| Rabbit | 5.3 | 3.8 |
| Reptile | 3.9 | 4.8 |
| Hamster | 3.9 | 3.1 |
| Guinea pig | 3.3 | 2.7 |
| Gerbil | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Other pet | 7.4 | 6.0 |
| None | 31.4 | 33.0 |
Note: Elementary students only
Source: Census at School Canada, 2015-2016
