5 DEALS FOR YOUR 2025 DOG
We have finally hit the milestone futuristic year of 2025- and while Lunar New Year says it is the year of the snake, according to pet parents it is the year of the dog! Dog families have gone up from 31.3 million in 1996 to 59.8 million in 2024- a number only expected to climb in 2025! So, if you want to live in the future with your dog- here is how the experts do it!
1. Cameras! The future of dog training is all about keeping your eyes on your beloved furry friend so that you can know exactly what they are up to! Home cameras with in-app access and features have revolutionized dog training for behaviors like counter surfing, separation anxiety, and crate training. They allow us to act on informed decision-making, knowing what kind of noises, behaviors, or choices our dogs make when we are not around- and how our training and management effect them over time.
Some companies make very fancy and feature-filled cameras for dogs, like the popular Furbo camera that tosses treats to your dog! But if the treat toss feature is not for you, there are a lot of no-frills options that get the job done.
2. Window film! The future is urban for a lot of dog owners. Some cities report as many as 53% of their residents are pet families- a huge jump from the bygone days where a city dog was seen as only for people with tiny toy breeds. This close proximity is something that some dogs struggle with, either because they can see every busy neighbor passing by their well-traveled sidewalk, or because their high rise is the perfect spot to yell at pigeons and everyone down below. This behavior is very easy to manage, and with this modern window film it can be both beautiful and renter-friendly while letting in the light!
3. Safe chewing! Sticks, bones, and rawhide have all been proven to cause dental trauma, intestinal blockages, and even ripped stomachs! No thank you! Thankfully these easy to avoid vet bills are in the past, and chews designed for safe, long-lasting chewing without the danger have been produced in droves. Collagen braids are easy to digest, tasty, and a good “puppy pacifier” for dogs who need a cool down time! For an easy option to leave in your dog’s toy box- Benebone and similar brands are long-lasting and infused with flavor!
4. Long-lines! The modern world has zero time for crowded city dog parks with fake grass, mud pits, dog fights, and germs. Instead, long leashes make any open patch of grass your dog’s personal park! While not for daily walks, taking a long leash to an open lot, field, or other outdoor space gives your dog freedom without needing a fence. Perfect for a great sniffari! There are a ton of options on the market, but simple ones like this padded handle leash are just perfect.
5. All day battery life! Lastly, the modern dog needs a modern human. No matter if your dog is an instagram influencer, a hike master, or just a dog who loves the great outdoors… you come with your dog everywhere you go. And as a 2025 human, so does your phone. A dead battery = no way to track your dog’s GPS collar , fitness tracker, or take photos of your adventures together. Keeping an external battery on hand keeps things under control, and with a pawprint indicator light, it’s on brand for your dog parent lifestyle.
