| Animal | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| % | % | |
| Dog | 43.6 | 39.2 |
| Cat | 28.6 | 25.5 |
| Fish | 19.3 | 16.2 |
| Bird | 5.0 | 4.4 |
| Reptile | 4.5 | 4.6 |
| Rabbit | 4.4 | 3.2 |
| Hamster | 4.4 | 3.2 |
| Guinea pig | 3.0 | 2.1 |
| Gerbil | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Other pet | 6.6 | 5.2 |
| None | 32.7 | 37.0 |
Note: Elementary school students only
Source: Census at School Canada, 2017-2018
