The study explores the relationship between dog owner characteristics and their willingness to seek veterinary care. The results show that dog owners did not differ in their willingness to seek veterinary care based on demographics, but there were variations in their relationship with their dogs, previous behaviors accessing veterinary care, and barriers to seeking care. Efforts should be made to provide education and resources to underserved communities to overcome barriers to obtaining veterinary care for their dogs.
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