Are Pet Giveaways Okay for Trade Shows?

It’s undeniable that there are plenty of health benefits to owning a pet. Some have been researched by science, and others are simply obvious — time spent outdoors, the opportunity to socialize with other dog owners, companionship.

But that’s not why people love their pets. The fact that pets can be good for us is a bonus. Why we grow so attached to them goes beyond the benefits you can list in a research paper.

Over time, we learn everything about our pets — their personalities, quirks, moods, preferences, needs… Our pets become part of our families and our homes. We deeply bond with them and can’t imagine life without them.

 

According to the APPA National Pet Owners Survey for 2021 to 2022, 70% of households (90.5 million in total) in the United States have a pet. This is an increase of 14% since the first time the survey was conducted in 1988. Today, 69 million households have a dog, followed by approximately 45 million households with a cat and almost 12 million households with freshwater fish. 

Pet giveaways will set your company apart at trade shows by connecting with customers over something they care about deeply and always have time for.

Do Pet Products Make Good Giveaway Gifts?

Pet giveaways are more than okay for trade shows! With so many people owning a pet, odds are a lot of trade show attendees are going to be pet owners. 

Plus, pet giveaways can be relevant for all types of industries, from fitness and lifestyle brands to realty and home goods companies. They’re especially useful at outdoor events where guests are encouraged to bring their (well-behaved) pets. 

In 2021, pet expenditures in the U.S. were $123.6 billion. The average household spends approximately $500 per year on dog food, treats, grooming aids and toys. That doesn’t even include spending on vet visits, vitamins and other products and services. (In the same categories, the average U.S. household spends about $400 per year for each pet cat.)

With that much money going to their pet, who wouldn’t want a freebie from a trade show that they can give their furry friend? Imagine giving a potential customer a dog toy giveaway and watching them turn around to play with their dog right then and there. An instant connection is made!

Custom Pet Giveaway Gifts for Trade Shows

At Merchology, we’ll add your logo to all sorts of promotional pet gifts. We have the perfect custom pet merch for your trade show booth to help you connect with customers and build stronger relationships. Consider giveaways like the custom Pet Waste Disposal Bag Dispenser, the branded S’well Onyx Dog Bowl, and the custom BIC Red Pet Accessory Bag.

  

The Branded Tail Wagger MerchBox

The Tail Wagger MerchBox is an excellent place to start when shopping for corporate pet merch. It’s excellent for brand-new puppy parents as well as seasoned dog owners. 

The standard Tail Wagger box contains the following products. Also note that you can replace items with other corporate pet swag if you want to further customize the box, too.

• S’well Teakwood 16oz Dog Bowl: This durable dog bowl has a non-slip bottom for added stability, and it’s dishwasher-safe to make cleanup a breeze.
• Howligans White Ceramic Treat Jar “Hi-Quality”: Keep dog treats fresh for longer with this stylish stoneware container that will look great at home or in the office. 
• Howligans Grey Woofie Pet Photography Tool: Help your dog pose for a picture with this clever tool that holds a treat so your furry pal knows to look at the camera. 
• Magnet Group Clear Mini Dog Bones with Magnet: This clear glass jar shows off the included 7 ounces of treats and displays a custom logo on the front.
• HIT Black Pooch Pal Fanny Pack: Designed for dog owners, this pack’s zippered compartments hold treats, plastic bags and other necessities when you’re on the go.

  

MerchBoxes aren’t just packed with our favorite logo-branded pet merch — they’re also convenient. After supplying us with a list of names and addresses, we’ll put together and ship the boxes to each person’s doorstep. We ship to international addresses, too!

Contact Us

Contact a Merchologist if you have any questions about custom pet giveaway items!