What should I do if I don’t have time to raise a dog? Analysis of 10 major alternatives and hot topics
In today's fast-paced life, many people desire to keep a dog but suffer from lack of time. Combining the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days, we have compiled the following practical solutions and hot data to help pet lovers find a balance.
1. Recent pet-related hot topics (2023 data)

| Ranking | hot topics | Number of discussions (10,000) | Main platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The rise of the cloud dog-raising model | 128.6 | Douyin/Xiaohongshu |
| 2 | pet sharing economy | 95.3 | Weibo/Zhihu |
| 3 | Smart pet equipment review | 87.2 | Station B/Kuaishou |
| 4 | Disputes over dog walking services | 63.8 | Headlines/Tieba |
| 5 | Pet Cafe Experience | 52.4 | Dianping/Little Red Book |
2. Top 10 solutions for those who don’t have time to raise a dog
1.Cloud pet raising plan: Follow pet bloggers and interact with them through short videos every day. The latest data shows that Douyin’s #clouddog-raising topic has been played 4.2 billion times.
2.Shared dog walking service: Use "Walla", "Puppy at Home" and other apps, fee reference:
| Service type | price range | Service time |
|---|---|---|
| Basic dog walking | 30-50 yuan/time | 30 minutes |
| Accompanying hosting | 80-120 yuan/day | 8 hours |
| Full day escort on weekends | 200-300 yuan/day | 24 hours |
3.Intelligent pet equipment: Automatic feeders, surveillance cameras and other equipment can solve 80% of basic needs. Price comparison of popular brands:
| Brand | Basic price | Battery life |
|---|---|---|
| Xiaopei | 399 yuan | 7 days |
| Homan | 599 yuan | 15 days |
| Xiaomi | 299 yuan | 5 days |
4.Pet Cafe Experience:Number of stores in TOP3 cities across the country:
| city | Number of stores | per capita consumption |
|---|---|---|
| Shanghai | 47 | 68 yuan |
| Beijing | 39 | 75 yuan |
| Chengdu | 32 | 58 yuan |
5.short term foster care service: Choose a regular pet store or home foster care, and pay attention to check the quarantine certificate.
6.Pet volunteer activities: Participate in stray animal rescue activities for 2-3 hours every week, which not only shows love but also meets the need for contact.
7.Electronic pet development: The new AR pet game can achieve 80% real interactive experience.
8.Pet peripheral collection: Collecting dog-themed cultural and creative products, the popularity of the latest blind box series has increased by 35%.
9.Pet themed travel: Choose a pet-friendly B&B for a short weekend experience.
10.pet movie alternative: Follow up on healing programs such as "Dog Blog", recent popular list:
| Program name | Platform | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pet Hospital 3 | Station B | 9.8 |
| The story of the growth of cute pets | Tencent Video | 9.6 |
| Dogs are excellent | Mango TV | 9.2 |
3. Expert advice
The latest survey by the China Small Animal Protection Association shows that 63% of urban youth choose "segmented pet raising". Pet behaviorists recommend:
1. Pets need at least 2 hours of effective companionship every day, otherwise it may cause separation anxiety in pets
2. Choosing adult dogs over puppies is more suitable for breeders with limited time.
3. Give priority to dog breeds with independent personalities, such as Shiba Inu, Pug, etc.
4. Precautions
1. Be sure to sign a formal agreement when using shared services
2. Smart devices require regular inspection and maintenance
3. Avoid excessive rewards and consumption when raising pets on the cloud
Through the above solutions, you can enjoy the fun of raising pets even if you are busy at work. It is recommended to use a combination of methods according to the actual situation of the individual to find the most suitable "light pet care" mode.
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