Wine for dogs? You bet. The Dog Lovers Wine Club is offering the Vicktory Dogs Wine Collection, a two-case set. The wine honors 22 dogs that were rescued from Michael Vick's dogfighting ring.
The Dog Lovers Wine Club was started by the Carivintâs Winery as a place to buy premium wine where owners' could celebrate with their dogs. Proceeds from the vintage's offerings will go to an anti-dogfighting initiative from Best Friends Animal Society.
Implications - In many households, dogs are treated as family members rather than mere pets; when the news broke of Michael Vick's dogfighting ring, pet lovers around the country sprung into action, funding philanthropic initiatives to raise awareness for abused pets.
Wine for Dogs
Dog Lovers Wine Collection
Trend Themes
1. Premium Pet Products - Opportunity for businesses to develop high-quality products specifically designed for pets, catering to the increasing demand for treating pets as family members.
2. Philanthropic Consumerism - A rising trend of consumers making purchasing decisions based on their desire to support causes and initiatives they believe in, creating opportunities for businesses to align with social impact missions.
3. Innovation in Animal Welfare - The need for innovative solutions to address issues related to animal welfare alongside growing public concern for animal rights presents opportunities for businesses to create disruptive products and services.
Industry Implications
1. Pet Products Industry - The pet products industry can explore developing premium and customized products that cater to the growing demand of pet owners treating their pets as family members.
2. Wine Industry - Wineries can create unique wine collections that support social causes, appealing to consumers who want to support initiatives they believe in.
3. Animal Welfare Industry - Businesses in the animal welfare industry can develop innovative solutions and initiatives to address issues related to animal abuse and neglect.