"' Happy Place Index', compiled by the Dogs Trust, analysed a range of factors including a dog's basic necessities including shelter and healthcare, how much quality time they spend with their owner and how much stimulation they receive. Mark Rowlands, professor of Philosophy at the University of Miami, devised a system that comes up with an overall 'canine happiness score' out of 10."
"'More often than not, we follow a similar routine to our dogs. We eat, sleep, rest and repeat. However, if we're not interacting with friends, family, or even strangers, we lose the joy and wonder that life has to offer. It's the same for dogs,' he said. 'As much as they need their food and water, they also need an element of community and quality time doing what they love with people they love.'"
The Dogs Trust compiled a 'Happy Place Index' analysing shelter, healthcare, owner quality time and environmental stimulation for dogs. Mark Rowlands created a canine happiness score out of 10. Responses from 5,002 UK dog owners covered multiple aspects of dog welfare. Plymouth and Liverpool emerged as the happiest places for dogs. Cambridge scored lowest at 6.32 out of 10. Long working hours and demanding schedules in Cambridge reduce the time owners spend with their dogs. Owners in Cambridge walk pets less during winter and frequently leave dogs alone for long periods. Thirty-eight percent of Cambridge residents likened their dog to their child.
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