With Discount Pet Supplies, Every Pet Can be Treated Like
Royalty
The most popular name for both dogs and cats is Max, but with
the boom in the purchase of discount pet supplies, you'd think
the popular names would be "King" and "Princess." American
consumers are spending an unprecedented amount on goodies for
their pampered pets, some of which live like royalty. Here are
but a few examples of the ways in which Americans are helping
pooches, felines, and other furry or feathered family members
lead a life of luxury.
Garments: The animal kingdom has seemingly embraced fashion and
style, with dogs routinely sporting T-shirts, coats, costumes,
and even hats. Graphic T-shirts with pithy sayings have replaced
bandanas around the neck, and Burberry coats have taken the
place of hand-knit sweaters.
Jewelry: Yes, jewelry for pets is the latest hot item in pet
fashion. Collars embedded with crystals or faux pearls, hair
clips featuring rhinestones, and leashes that coordinate with
pet jewelry are de rigueur for stylish dogs.
Parties: While not yet rivaling the party industry for children,
birthday parties for pets are becoming increasingly popular. The
pet's owners invite the pets of their friends and serve
scrumptious (to dogs and cats, at least) snacks and "cakes."
Presents, of course, are mandatory.
Grooming: Increasingly, dog owners are taking advantage of
full-service doggie day care centers across the country. Not
only do these centers feed and care for their charges, but they
also organize the dogs into playgroups and take them for walks.
Some doggie day spas also offer hot oil treatments as well as
standard forms of grooming. There is also a growing trend to
provide pets with spa treatments at home, utilizing
aromatherapy-based products with fragrances that appeal to and
soothe pets.
Car Seats: Although not considered essential auto parts, pet car
seats and car seat accessories are becoming increasingly
popular. Car seats allow small dogs to look out the car window
while traveling and help keep the pets safe.
Electronics: Manufacturers are now offering a range of
electronics for pets, from remote training collars and
containment systems to bird launchers.
Bedding: While traditional pet beds are comfortable, suppliers
are now offering dog and cat mattresses that conform to the body
of the pet. These dog and cat beds are especially useful for
animals that have arthritis or injuries that make finding a
comfortable sleeping position difficult.
When it comes to pet supplies, there have never been more
options. Online shopping venues often offer a tremendous variety
of pet supplies at a steeper discount than most retail outlets.