From K-QED.E-D.

You see them everywhere in San Francisco, luxury doggy daycares, dog gyms, dog spas, even dog bakeries. It's pretty clear that San Francisco loves

dogs.

Today, in honor of our furry companions we're going to be answering a few questions

about dogs. You're listening to Bay Curious. I'm Jessica Plachikk in for Olivia Allen Price.

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We often hear that there are more dogs than children in San Francisco,

but listener Michelle Speck wants to know, is it true?

And I also think there are less children in San Francisco than a typical city due to the many

reasons it's hard to raise them there, but I also think it's hard to have a

dog in the city. That's what makes me question if there are actually more dogs than children.

To get to the bottom of this, I headed to our local animal shelter. I met up with KQED Data reporter

Lisa Pickoff White in a kennel with a cute dog about two feet tall, golden brown face, and white speckled body.

Oh, what a good boy.

Who is this guy?

Murphy.

Murphy is so active, loving his chew toy.

Murphy.

And the reason we're here is our question asker wants to know

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