Giving Back To Our Pets

GiVing Back t Our Pets Pets are often just as much a part of the family as any other member, so it's not surprising to find that many people include their animal friends in their holiday giving. Whether you own a cat, a dog. or something a little more exotic, the holidays can be a lot of fun for pets. What Are People Gifting Their Pets? Top Gifts 3% Collar or leash The average pet owner spent $41. on pet gifts Pet clothing 3% Grooming products last year, and this year's average is expected to be $46. 8% Bedding 45% Treats or food 68% Toys 66% of pet owners plan to give their pet a toy this holiday season. Which Pets Get Gifts? 75% while just of dogs receive holiday gifts, 67% of cats get presents Other pets included in the holidays Birds Rabbits Hamsters Guinea pigs Unique Gift Ideas Not everyone is giving out a catnip mouse or rubber ball this year - some people are a litfle more creative with their ideas! Dogs Kung fu Fido Fortune Cookies are a unique treat for dogs and they have puppy- Some folks are oriented fortunes inside. looking at pet slings to carry their smaller dogs around. FIDO cats Those opting for grooming supplies like eco-friendly products like organic Flea sprays. For the more extreme cats, a small carpeted tower is a no go. They prefer the Climb Condo from Muttopolis, a deluxe climbing tower with removable pieces. Birds Bird treats are a common gift, but some pet owners are going the extra mile with exofic and organic freats. Bird owners may choose to spoil their pet with a heated perch that is scratch and bite resistant. other Animals For some pet lovers, no gift is too extreme . not even growing your own grass indoors just for your special furry friend. Pets are definitely a part of our holiday celebrations, and the dedication to including them in the gift giving shows that pet lovers across the country value their four-legged friends as family. Sources: ebY classifieds http://www.petfinder.com/for-shelters/facts-pet-ownerahip.html http://www.readersdigest.ca/pets/care/great-pet-gift-ideas?id=2 http://petshops.about.com/ad/petsupplies/qt/holiday-gift-ideas-for-pets.htm http://today.msnbe.man.com/id/45207423/ns/today-today_pets_and_animala/t/ what-will-your-pet-find-under-christmas-tree/#.talxfz3gcca http://www.petside.com/article/ap petsidecom-poll-toys-are-top-holiday-pet-gift http://blog-petrelocation.com/blog/pet-travel-advice/-five-fun-gift-ideas-for-pets http://www.nutrecareblog.com/2010/12/holiday-gift-giving-pet-statistics/