PETS & VALENTINE'S DAY – A BILLION DOLLAR EXPERIENCE
Trending gifts range from healthy meals, traditional plush toys to human dog beds (for 2!)

Secaucus, NJ, February 9, 2024 - To pet parents in the US, Valentine’s Day is another chance for them to shower their pets with excessive LOVE. This Valentine’s Day, animal lovers get to show their love in super special ways. Extra attention and extra playtime may be in store, but Americans are expected to spend about $2.14 billion on their furry, loyal bffs on February 14, 2024.
For many, their dog is the “love of their lives” and Valentine’s Day gives them the license to shower them with treats, gifts, toys, healthy food picnics, decorations around their homes (and dog houses) plus outfits covered in hearts, pillows embroidered with hugs and kisses, play dates with friends and that oh-so-special 1:1 time just for them.

“Doggy Date, anyone?” For the greatest love in their lives, many pet parents say that a “Dog Date for Valentine’s Day” is one that is fun and doesn’t disappoint. Pet parents and their pup will go all out by dressing up and serving Freshpet, the leading fresh pet food brand, for dinner at a scenic spot as a sign of true affection, may rent a boat for a sunset cruise, stroll the avenue and go window shopping, watch a favorite movie or even check into a dog-friendly luxury hotel – as another way to lavish love.

"Pets are very in tune with their pet parents’ emotions," said Anna de Souza, consumer expert, "So they’re sure to feel the love from the actions and little things that happen on this day." Freshpet suggests taking a “paws” for a second this Valentine’s Day to give them a little extra love, cuddle and praise for being so special – and kicking off a lifetime of healthier eating with their complete and balanced meals.
Today’s most popular gifts include heart-covered knitwear, scarves, tiaras, plush toys, a Dog DNA kit, cozy ‘human dog beds,’ and healthy eats like Freshpet, because pets deserve real, fresh, high-quality ingredients to live longer, healthier lives.