How do Americans plan to treat their pets this Valentine’s Day?

Old Mother Hubbard survey finds 42% of Americans will buy their dogs a special treat

Old Mother Hubbard has conducted a survey of 600 US pet owners to see how they planned to spend Valentine’s Day with their pets.


The survey found that 57% of pet parents said it was a deal breaker if their significant other or potential significant other didn’t like pets. Forty-two percent of Americans will buy their dogs a special treat this Valentine’s Day and another 11% will prepare a special meal for their furry friend.
Other survey findings include:


• 26% of all pet parents say that their pet gets jealous when they show affection to their significant other
• 54% of American pet owners tell their pets “I Love You” on a daily basis
• 1 in 10 American pet parents have used a photo of their pet in an online dating profile

To celebrate Valentine’s Day with their pets:


• 21% will invest in new toys  
• 18% will show their pooch some extra attention  
• 6% will invest in some chic new clothing
• 4% will take their pets to the groomer