District of Columbia Pet Sector

District of Columbia is just one part of the American pet sector that supports 2.78 million jobs nationwide. The U.S. pet sector contributes $260.5 billion directly and indirectly to America’s economy and $174 billion in annual gross domestic product. The care and companionship of pets is integral to not only the emotional and physical well-being of people, but also to the strength and stability of our economy.