About 7% of owners have cancelled a date and 4% have called in sick to work because of their pets, the survey said.

BBC: Pet poll reveals owners' devotion

Some pet owners and veterinarians are concerned that dogs are becoming sick after eating jerky treats for pets, regulators say, and the Food and Drug Administration is working to nail down whether Chinese production of the treats is a factor.

WSJ: Dog Treats Come Under FDA Scrunity