33% of Pets Will Sit Down to a Special Christmas Lunch this Year
Leading online etailer gpsdirect.biz announces results of Christmas pet survey.
Aylesbury, United Kingdom, October 19, 2006 --(PR.com)-- A new survey has revealed the rise and rise of Christmas buying for pets. In 2005 the Christmas treats market grew by an amazing 15%, raising the value of the total market to over £5m. An amazing 80% of UK pet owners will treat their pets to something special for Christmas, spending on average £8.50 per pet.
For dogs and cats, Christmas stockings remain the traditional favourite, but other, luxury, items such as designer beds, coats and collars are also strong favourites.
Comments Ian Corkin, Managing Director at gpsdirect.biz: “This research highlights what we already know, namely that, those people who are responsible pet owners are more committed than ever to the welfare of their pets. Cats and Dogs are very much viewed as members of the family, and there is a strong desire to ensure that they are not left out of the excitement of Christmas morning. In recent years we have even noticed people buying not only for their own pets, but for those of their friends and relatives as well. What did surprise us, however, was the fact that an amazing 33% of pets will dine on a special Christmas dinner this year, joining the family in spirit, if not actually at the table.”
In response to this demand for Christmas gifts, gpsdirect.biz have once again opened their ever popular Christmas Emporium on line. Comments Ian “We’ve had great fun selecting the Christmas lines, and we hope our customers get the same pleasure when treating their pets. There is a great selection of seasonal treats and toys as well as bedding, coats and accessories.”
The full range is now available at www.gpsdirect.biz/christmas
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Contacts:
Ian Corkin at www.gpsdirect.biz
Tel: 01296 615 553
Email: ian@gpsdirect.biz
About www.gpsdirect.biz
Established in 2003, gpsdirect.biz is the UK’s leading online pet supplies store. It has everything you need for your pets available online at excellent prices. In addition to dog and cat they also supply an extensive range of products for wild birds, horse and rider, pond, aviary and small animals. With over 6000 products in stock they offer a comprehensive solution to shopping from the comfort of your own home
For dogs and cats, Christmas stockings remain the traditional favourite, but other, luxury, items such as designer beds, coats and collars are also strong favourites.
Comments Ian Corkin, Managing Director at gpsdirect.biz: “This research highlights what we already know, namely that, those people who are responsible pet owners are more committed than ever to the welfare of their pets. Cats and Dogs are very much viewed as members of the family, and there is a strong desire to ensure that they are not left out of the excitement of Christmas morning. In recent years we have even noticed people buying not only for their own pets, but for those of their friends and relatives as well. What did surprise us, however, was the fact that an amazing 33% of pets will dine on a special Christmas dinner this year, joining the family in spirit, if not actually at the table.”
In response to this demand for Christmas gifts, gpsdirect.biz have once again opened their ever popular Christmas Emporium on line. Comments Ian “We’ve had great fun selecting the Christmas lines, and we hope our customers get the same pleasure when treating their pets. There is a great selection of seasonal treats and toys as well as bedding, coats and accessories.”
The full range is now available at www.gpsdirect.biz/christmas
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Contacts:
Ian Corkin at www.gpsdirect.biz
Tel: 01296 615 553
Email: ian@gpsdirect.biz
About www.gpsdirect.biz
Established in 2003, gpsdirect.biz is the UK’s leading online pet supplies store. It has everything you need for your pets available online at excellent prices. In addition to dog and cat they also supply an extensive range of products for wild birds, horse and rider, pond, aviary and small animals. With over 6000 products in stock they offer a comprehensive solution to shopping from the comfort of your own home
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01296 615 553
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01296 615 553
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