Dogs really are man’s best friend – especially at Christmas.
British owners are set to blow a colossal £382million on their canine companions this festive season – spending an average of £26.30 per pup.
But it’s dog dads who spend more, an average of nearly £30 compared to £23.60 spent by women, according to new research by UK’s biggest bakery Warburtons.
The study showed dogs really are a member of the family with 53% saying their pet is the “boss” and 46% considering their animal to be like a child.
Even in cash-strapped times 38% have spent more than £100 on a single gift for their pooch.
Different breeds also enjoy different levels of yuletide pampering – with beagles named top dog. They get an average of £34.80 of gifts, with 95% of owners buying them a special something over the holiday period.
Back of the pack are rottweilers with only 84% of owners getting them a present, and dachshunds and spaniels, who get £24.30 and £23.60 spent on them respectively
The study also revealed that 49% of owners enjoy treating their dog with a crumpet – and Warburtons has got the perfect cosy gift to celebrate this winter treat.
The limited-edition Crum-PET Bed, launching later this month, will cost £20 for a small dog and £25 for a large one, and will keep your pooch warm as the temperatures plummet.
Jonathan Warburton, chairman of Warburtons, said: “Our Crum-PET Bed is designed to perfectly emulate that familiar, cosy, softness of the real thing, offering a fun and unique spot for dogs.
“It’s the ideal way for owners to show their love, providing the perfect place for a post-walk nap, and perhaps even sparking dreams of a real crumpet!”
The Warburtons Crum-PET Bed will be available from the Warburtons website from £20.
