$2.14 Billion spent on pets for Valentine's Day

[fuzzybuddy]

I heard this on the radio last night. In 2024, Americans spent $2.14 BILLION on pets for Valentine's Day presents.

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[Twostep]

I did not realize SO was a pet.

 

[MrJim]

Revealing commentary on the state of romantic relationships in the US these days.

 

[Aunt Bea]

 

[fuzzybuddy]

I'm a cat person. I can understand loving pets. But I gotta say over a $billion on pets for Valentines Day is a little much. Somehow I don't think Mittens would be crushed if he didn't get caviar on a gold plate for Valentines Day. When I saw my cat chowing down on mouse guts from a mouse he caught, Mike gets the cheap cat food.

 

[JustBonee]

Everyone likes to look pretty ..

 

[Oldeagle66]

I'm a cat person. I can understand loving pets. But I gotta say over a $billion on pets for Valentines Day is a little much. Somehow I don't think Mittens would be crushed if he didn't get caviar on a gold plate for Valentines Day. When I saw my cat chowing down on mouse guts from a mouse he caught, Mike gets the cheap cat food.

Agreed, a dog might get an extra bone once in awhile from the butcher, that's about it. It's not like he read the calendar.

 

[Dave03]

I get Goober and Sam soup bones and treats all year round.

So, I can't begrudge anyone who spends a little extra on their pets.