LOOKING FOR SOME RETAIL inspiration? Here are eight items across a range of price points, that provide some gift ideas for pet lovers as well as some boutique-inspired items for dogs and cats to liven up your store.
My Pet Pail
Pet Partners Worldwide
KEY FEATURES: Ultimate travel accessory. Retro-style design in six colors, comes with removable bowls, and two 20-ounce bottles.
SALES TIP: As added bonuses, the pail’s handle doubles as a dog collar, the strap is a leash, and there’s a built-in poop-bag dispenser.
mypetpail.com, (800) 850-4993
$89.99
Pet Greens Cat Grasses
Bell Rock Growers
KEY FEATURES: Live grasses available in two varieties: wheatgrass and a blend of oat, rye and barley. Safe and organic superfood for pets.
SALES TIP: Having these plants around will add a vibrant touch of green to your store. Pair them with fun, animal-themed planters.
bellrockgrowers.com, (888) 943-2847
$33.99 pack of 6
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Pet DeLux Treat Jar and Nested Bowl Set
Faux Paw Petique
KEY FEATURES: Boxed gift set features treat jar and two matching bowls for food and water. Lead-free, dishwasher- and microwave-safe.
SALES TIP: In four cat- and dog-inspired designs (Cuties Beaucoup shown here) created by California artist Debby Carman.
fauxpawpetique.com, (949) 274-3111
$79
Decorative Pillow
Up Country
KEY FEATURES: Pet love is the best kind, and this 20-by-20-inch accent pillow says it all. Made in the USA, part of a full line of decorative pillows.
SALES TIP: Cover zips off for easy cleaning (especially dog hair!).
upcountryinc.com, (800) 541-5909
$45
Car Magnets
Dog is Good
KEY FEATURES: “All you need is dog.” “Dog hair, don’t care.” Dog devotees will respond to the pithy phrases on this series of 4-by-6-inch oval car magnets from a brand that celebrates the dog/human bond.
SALES TIP: Display these fun, impulse-buy items near the registers.
dogisgood.com, (562) 735-0219
$5.99
Pendleton Pet Shearling Throw
Carolina Pet Company
KEY FEATURES: A scallop-shaped shearling throw with microfiber backing to protect furnishings from pet hair. Measures 24 by 40 or 33 by 66 inches and is machine-washable.
SALES TIP: Luxury look and feel, at a price that feels affordable.
carolinapetcompany.com, (803) 364-9333
$59.99 / $49.99
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Poopy Packs
Metro Paws
KEY FEATURES: Pet waste bags don’t have to stink, thanks to these colorful and biodegradable bags, in a variety of package sizes and designs, including XL bags and cat litter liners.
SALES TIP: Metro Paws are exclusively sold to independent retailers, so you don’t have to compete with big boxes.
metropaws.com, (347) 948-7297 ext. 2
$7.99-$14.99
Dog Bone Silicone Cake Pan
Puppy Cake
KEY FEATURES: Your customers can celebrate a pup’s milestone by baking a bone-shaped cake. Commercial-grade silicone, dishwasher and microwave safe, 7 by 10 by 2 inches.
SALES TIP: See Benchmarks in this issue (page 44) for inspiration on displays of party-themed accessories for a canine or feline fiesta.
puppycake.com, (412) 943-7250
$11.99
