What Will You Give Up for Your Dog?
December 15, 2008 by Paris and John
Filed under Dog News
Would you give up that cup of premium coffee to save money for your dog’s care? How about spa treatments? What else?
A recent study by the American Kennel Club showed that in this difficult economy, dog lovers are willing to sacrifice those daily luxuries to take care of their four-legged companion.
What the Survey Showed:
Surveying over 1,000 people on www.akc.org, the club found that:
- over 96% of respondents that liked gourmet coffee would give up their latte to save money for their dog’s expenses
- 97% said they’d skip massages or spa treatments in order to afford a vet bill
- nearly 79% would cancel a teeth whitening appointment so their dog could have his annual teeth cleaning
- over 69% would cut back on gifts for their friends or extended family before they would skimp on holiday gifts for their dog
- almost 9% would cut back on gifts for their spouse before cutting back on presents for their dog
- 67% would cancel their travel plans if they couldn’t afford boarding for their dog
- 65% would regularly eat Ramen noodles before they would skimp on their dog’s high quality food
- 59% would perm or color their own hair in the kitchen sink in order to keep their pooch’s grooming appointment
- 97% said they’d have more meals at home
- 97% said they’d cancel a gym membership
- 50% said they’d cancel cable or satellite service
- 94% planned to trim back clothes spending
- 89% would put off those home remodeling plans
- 88% said they’d skip buying a new car or buy one that’s less expensive
The one luxury that dogs and their owners might play tug of war over? Internet access. over 70% of those who responded said they couldn’t give up their web addiction.
How about you? What are you willing to give up…or what have you already given up…for your furry friend?
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