Oct. 5th, 2009 - By: Admin

A 2009 survey conducted by the American Kennel Club® shows that despite a tough economy, pet owners are willing to sacrifice many daily luxuries to provide for the needs of their canine companions, however the giving up the internet is more then many respondents could take with more than 70% of respondents indicating that they would not be able to abstain from their web addiction.

Holiday Gifts

• 81% of respondents purchase gifts for their pups during the holidays
• 69% spend up to $50; 24% spend $50-100; only 3% spend more than $150
• 59% expect to spend the same amount on gifts for their dog as they did last year

Giving up Like for Like

• 67% would cancel their travel plans if they could not afford to pay to board their dog.
• 65% would regularly eat Ramen noodles before they would skimp on their dogs high quality food.
• 59% would perm or color their own hair in the kitchen sink in order to keep Fido’s appointments at the groomers.

Cutbacks Owners Are Willing to Make For Their Dog

• Eat more meals at home (97%)
• Cancel gym membership (72%)
• Cancel cable or satellite service (50%)
• Curb spending on new clothes (94%)
• Push back plans for home remodeling (89%)
• Forgo buying new car or buy a less expensive model (88%)

Money Saving Techniques

• 52% look for sales and/or clipping coupons before shopping for pet products
• 48% are purchasing fewer toys/treats and other non-essential dog supplies
• 34% have begun buying dog food in bulk