You know the economy is bad when it affects more than just humans. As money becomes scarce, some families are being forced to choose between providing for Marley and Mr. Bigglesworth or paying the mortgage on their homes. But who wouldn't give up their homes for "members of the family"?
Forty-nine (49) percent of pet-owning Americans say they would make personal sacrifices for their furry friends. For this near majority, providing for Fido is as important as putting food on the table for the rest of the family.
But it doesn't just stop at food. Many pet owners feel the need to provide their pets with the equivalent of plastic surgery. Take the Neuticle for example. The Neuticle (it is what it sounds like) costs close to a grand a pair (I hope you know what I'm talking about at this point).
In total, American households spend close to $41 billion on their pets. BILLION! The total is more than Americans commit toward entertainment, including movies ($10.8 billion), video games ($11.6 billion) and music ($10.6 billion) combined, according to Business Week. That's bailout money America!
-- Brandon
