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Why should humans be the only ones “treated” to promotional products? Our four-legged furballs should be able to get in on the action! In this edition of Folio Finds, we’re digging into the world of pet products as we review six promo items perfect for our furry companions. To spice things up, we asked our fellow pet parents in the office to review these items with their furry family members. Read what they had to say about these “paw-pular” pet products.
Doggie Skins Doggie 3-End Fleece Hoodie - S&S Activewear
It’s time for your dog to put their best foot - or should we say paw - forward with Doggie Skin’s Doggie 3-End Fleece Hoodie from S&S Activewear. Each hoodie is equipped with a patch pocket, perfect for storing doggy bags and other treats. Keep your furry companion warm during those chilly walks in the neighborhood or strolls on the beach.
The Verdict:
“The hoodie was Greta’s go-to during our camping trip to Jekyll Island, and it came in handy, particularly on those cooler nights. Being a Standard Poodle, her coat is naturally thicker, and I was pleasantly surprised that the hoodie was the perfect weight to keep her warm without being too heavy or bulky. At 45 pounds, the 3XL fits her to a tee with plenty of room for easy on and off. I popped up the hoodie over her head, but she wasn’t having it mess up her fresh groom! The collar hole is positioned perfectly for her harness making it easy to leash her up for a walk. The fabric is beyond soft, and she looks adorable in the color Mauvelous! Even better, LAT offers a human style of the hoodie, so plan to see us twinning on our next hike!” -Erin McNurlen, Director of Communications
ASOBU® THE BARKLEY-TWB21 - AdNArt
Speaking of walks, ASOBU’s The Barkley bottle from AdNArt was designed with you and your dog in mind! This bottle is designed from shock and scratch-resistant Tritan™ and comes with a detachable silicone bowl on the bottom of the bottle. Keep you and your pets hydrated, especially as the temperatures get warmer.
The Verdict:
“The bottle is nice and light for hikes. My dog seemed to gravitate towards it. Once the bowl was filled with water, he immediately started to drink from it. The silicone bowl makes for easy cleaning and storage in case you do not want to use it with the bottle.” - Jason Office, Graphic Designer
Pop! Promo is ready to entertain your dog for hours with their Plush Dog Toy! This bone-shaped toy is made from soft, durable plush material, perfect for those pups whose toys last all of two hours. Plus, the bone can be branded in full color, allowing full customization for any occasion.
The Verdict:
“Off the bat, the plush felt extremely soft yet durable. It has a little weight to it making it the perfect fetching toy, which brings me to my dog. He’s the biggest fan of soft plush toys, however, after 20 to 30 minutes of playing, the stuffing is already EVERYWHERE. So, I was prepared for the inevitable. Surprisingly, after a couple of days of playing, the bone is intact! No stuffing or pieces of the toy scattered around the floor. This toy gets a 10/10 from me!” - Taylor Moore, Copy and Content Specialist
You’ve heard of a 2-in-1 water bottle before. But, what about a 3-in-1 bottle? The ASOBU Buddy Bottle from AdNArt not only comes with a detachable water bowl, but it also has ANOTHER BOWL INSIDE for your snacks and treats! Let’s not forget about the adorable paw-carrying handle that adds some flare to the bottle.
The Verdict:
“I really liked this piece. It is not big and bulky, and the style was on trend. Love the different colorways. It has a carrying handle – adorable in the shape of a paw. Love that it has a water bowl and a food bowl. The food bowl is great for a little snack if you have a medium to large size dog. The food bowl is the perfect size for a small dog. It kept the water cold and it was great that it had a drinking spout for me.” - Wendy Wells, Senior Supplier Success Manager
Premium Pet Bandanas - Pop! Promo
Help your puppers stand out from the pack with Premium Pet Bandanas from Pop! Promo. This stylish accessory allows you to let your pet’s personality shine and is the perfect canvas to get your client’s brand in the homes of their customers.
The Verdict:
“Both puppies liked wearing them! They were not too big and not too small, which helped since I have a big and smaller dog. They were easy to tie, and the fabric wasn't too rigid to allow for some stretching to occur!” - Laura Riley, Internal Training Specialist
Pet Grooming Glove - Ariel Premium
Keep your pet looking their best with a Pet Grooming Glove from Ariel Premium. The dual-sided glove has rubber bristles to remove loose hairs and mild tangles while the reverse velour side removes pet hair from your furniture. This glove is perfect for both dogs and cats for wet or dry grooming. Sounds like a win/win product to us!
The Verdict:
“First off, the fit and feel of the glove was 10/10. The back half was kind of like an aerated mesh cushion material, so my hand never got sweaty in there. The elastic around the wrist was tight; it wasn't falling off my wrist but clearly could stretch for bigger-handed folks. The surprising but well-thought-out part was there was a second elastic band in the mit to help keep things in place and gave me more control while brushing without having to strain my hand.
Now for the cats! This was tested on two cats, Sushi (grey and white cat) and Clover (tan and black stripey cat). Clover was first up, and she was super curious about the glove she gave it the sniff test first and I think she thought it was a toy because she started to play with it. Eventually, I laid some pets on her, and she realized it was brushy brush time and surprisingly flopped down to receive said brushing! Clover is usually very anti-brush and I have to hold her in place to brush her even for a minute. Sushi, the poor guy, was definitely confused. He's never seen anything like the glove before, but after some sniffing, he let me brush him, he mostly liked it when I brushed his little head with the glove. Overall, easy to use and the kitties loved it!” - Kejsi Petova, Brand Marketing Manager
