People are splurging like never before on their pets
Would you buy your furry companion a cologne?
Among the products of Dog by Dr Lisa, an Australian pet-care brand, you will find a cleanser for sensitive skin, a soothing balm and a cologne. All are free of genetically modified ingredients—and vegan, which dogs are not, at least by choice. Still, canines craving meat need not eat like animals: Butternut Box, a maker of fresh pet food taste-tested by humans, can offer your furry friend a low-fat chicken dish with peas, lentils and “a whiff of sage”. It is the most popular meal it offers.
This article appeared in the Business section of the print edition under the headline “Raining cats and dogs”
Business September 14th 2024
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- People are splurging like never before on their pets
- European firms are smaller and less profitable than American ones
- Why family empires dominate business in India
- Physical proximity has big effects in the workplace
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