If you've had dogs for many years like we have, you've certainly encountered a few pretty ridiculous gifts made for our four legged friends. Ideas such as the dog thong or the fish walker regularly come up and I've got to think about what kind of world do we live in where there is such energy put into creating such products? Of course, most of these types of gifts were created in the spirit of amusement and frivolity, but I must admit that there are those that cross the limit of amusingly peculiar to just plain weird. Let's take a look at some contemporary dog items that have crossed the line.
Nail Polish for Dogs
Alright I'm aware that adoring pet owners cherish passing time indulging their pets, but I find the concept of dog nail polish a bit weird. Clearly intended to be a decoration for your dog's claws, this product doesn't even make an attempt at persuading anyone that there is any useful benefit. At the very least such as nail caps for cats have a purpose; they are decorative plastic caps that prevent cats from scratching people or furniture. Granted there's nothing wrong with color for the sake of it, but isn't there a more useful way to spend time together with your pet like actively playing a game or training a brand new skill? Yeah, Canine Nail Polish receives a 2 on a weirdness scale of 5.
Vibrating Massage Glove
Devoted pet owner's absolutely love their dogs and it's rare to find anyone that isn't continually petting, or touching their pet in some manner. After all, it's perhaps the behavior that reinforces the link between a pet and its owner, right? Well if you opt for the Vibrating Massage Mitt you simply throw that rapport straight out of the window. A creepy automatic kneading gadget created to be worn on one's hand, it takes only a few seconds to appreciate just how bad of a thought this product is. In addition to this, you don't have to worry about giving your dog with a quiet, relaxing massage since this device generates a racket which could set any animal on edge. The Robotic Massage Glove has earned a 3 on the weirdness scale of 5
Feces Freeze
It's challenging to discuss Poop Freeze without degrading into the sort of humor that a thirteen year old boy would enjoy, but I'll try. In short, Poop Freeze is a product meant to make cleaning up behind your dog less difficult and I think that it is certainly strange. Frankly, I think that anyone who purchases this kind of product to begin with probably should not have a dog after all. Dogs are enjoyable, bold animals that get into all kinds of things that may cause them to make a mess and if you're not equipped to clean up after them then perhaps they may not be the best pet for you. Additionally, it's bad enough standing out in the park clutching your waste bag waiting for Fido to do his business. Can you imagine what it would look like if after the deed is completed you have to freeze your dog's poop before placing it in a bag?! Poop Freeze is a strong 4 on a weirdness scale of 5.
The Dog High Chair
So far we've observed some pretty strange pet gifts, but the Dog High Chair has them all beat. Designed to enable your pet to join you at the dinner table, the Pet High Chair reinforces behavior that I've been trying to suppress for the last eight years! Closely resembling a toddler's booster seat that fastens to a table top, this device gives your pet table top access during meal times. The product description gives me the shivers: "Satisfying a mutual desire for companionship, this high chair permits your dog or cat to accompany you at the dinner table..."as it recommends, the individual that buys one of these surely needs a little societal companionship. The Pet High Chair hits the high mark with a 5 on the weirdness scale of 5.
Falling all over our pets and giving them wacky gifts is a god-given right of every dog owner, but these four products have crossed the line from odd to just plain stupid.
Nail Polish for Dogs
Alright I'm aware that adoring pet owners cherish passing time indulging their pets, but I find the concept of dog nail polish a bit weird. Clearly intended to be a decoration for your dog's claws, this product doesn't even make an attempt at persuading anyone that there is any useful benefit. At the very least such as nail caps for cats have a purpose; they are decorative plastic caps that prevent cats from scratching people or furniture. Granted there's nothing wrong with color for the sake of it, but isn't there a more useful way to spend time together with your pet like actively playing a game or training a brand new skill? Yeah, Canine Nail Polish receives a 2 on a weirdness scale of 5.
Vibrating Massage Glove
Devoted pet owner's absolutely love their dogs and it's rare to find anyone that isn't continually petting, or touching their pet in some manner. After all, it's perhaps the behavior that reinforces the link between a pet and its owner, right? Well if you opt for the Vibrating Massage Mitt you simply throw that rapport straight out of the window. A creepy automatic kneading gadget created to be worn on one's hand, it takes only a few seconds to appreciate just how bad of a thought this product is. In addition to this, you don't have to worry about giving your dog with a quiet, relaxing massage since this device generates a racket which could set any animal on edge. The Robotic Massage Glove has earned a 3 on the weirdness scale of 5
Feces Freeze
It's challenging to discuss Poop Freeze without degrading into the sort of humor that a thirteen year old boy would enjoy, but I'll try. In short, Poop Freeze is a product meant to make cleaning up behind your dog less difficult and I think that it is certainly strange. Frankly, I think that anyone who purchases this kind of product to begin with probably should not have a dog after all. Dogs are enjoyable, bold animals that get into all kinds of things that may cause them to make a mess and if you're not equipped to clean up after them then perhaps they may not be the best pet for you. Additionally, it's bad enough standing out in the park clutching your waste bag waiting for Fido to do his business. Can you imagine what it would look like if after the deed is completed you have to freeze your dog's poop before placing it in a bag?! Poop Freeze is a strong 4 on a weirdness scale of 5.
The Dog High Chair
So far we've observed some pretty strange pet gifts, but the Dog High Chair has them all beat. Designed to enable your pet to join you at the dinner table, the Pet High Chair reinforces behavior that I've been trying to suppress for the last eight years! Closely resembling a toddler's booster seat that fastens to a table top, this device gives your pet table top access during meal times. The product description gives me the shivers: "Satisfying a mutual desire for companionship, this high chair permits your dog or cat to accompany you at the dinner table..."as it recommends, the individual that buys one of these surely needs a little societal companionship. The Pet High Chair hits the high mark with a 5 on the weirdness scale of 5.
Falling all over our pets and giving them wacky gifts is a god-given right of every dog owner, but these four products have crossed the line from odd to just plain stupid.
About the Author:
Angela Schmidt is a practical dog owner that finds that dog insurance invaluable. With pet insurance, Angela can eradicate worry and spend time finding normal gifts for her dog.