| Animal | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| % | % | |
| Dog | 43.7 | 41.0 |
| Cat | 31.0 | 26.1 |
| Fish | 17.0 | 14.1 |
| Bird | 5.0 | 4.4 |
| Reptile | 3.5 | 4.8 |
| Hamster | 5.0 | 2.8 |
| Rabbit | 4.1 | 3.0 |
| Guinea pig | 3.1 | 2.4 |
| Gerbil | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| Other pet | 6.9 | 4.8 |
| None | 31.7 | 37.1 |
Note: Elementary school students only
Source: Census at School Canada, 2018-2019
