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It's a Dog's Life!
The old adage 'It's a dog's life' used to refer to a hard existence of servitude and unhappiness, but for the first time it's been revealed what a typical British dog's life in 2012 consists of and it's a pampered life of luxury that leaves the rest of us howling in envy.
While we may have worries about work, money, relationships or piling on the pounds, our best friends have no such pressures. Tamara Ecclestone may have installed a spa just for her dog in her new £60m Kensington home, but other dogs aren't far behind in the pampering stakes. This has led to online retailer Littlewoods.com coining the term VIP (Very Important Pooch) for our pampered pets. While only A-list celebs and the mega-rich can have a retinue including a personal trainer, cook and masseur, new research of 1,500 dog owners* by reveals the average British dog will in its lifetime:
The findings also reveal that over half (58 per cent) of dog owners would dream of leaving their dog tied and alone outside a shop or alone in a car (49 per cent).
According to the findings Scottish dogs are the fittest in the UK, walking an average of 2.59 miles a day. London dogs get the most cuddles with a whopping 2 hours and 31 minutes of love every single day.
It's not all sleep and treats for man and woman's best friend: despite being social animals who adore human company, the British dog spends 20% or two years and six months of its life alone indoors - even if they are mostly sleeping off the walks and treats.
Pet expert, Pete Wedderburn comments, "It's very refreshing to see the extremes that so many pet owners go to, to keep their pets happy. Whilst cuddles, pampering and treats are vital, we must ensure that we spend just as much care and attention to their future health."
Gary Kibble from Littlewoods.com added: "British dogs have never had it so good! While the rest of us have to count the pennies, calories and decades until retirement we can only dream of a dogs life. It also shows we truly are a nation of dog lovers, providing them with exercise, good health and lots of love for our VIPs - Very Important Pooches."
To help make sure your canine friend is always looked after, Littlewoods is currently offering up to 30% off Pet Insurance**. To redeem this limited offer, please visit http://www.littlewoods.com/petinsurance.
*All calculations are based on consumer research carried out by OnePoll in January 2012 for Littlewoods.com
**30% discount includes the 10% online discount. Applies to new policies bought online for the first year only. In subsequent years only the 10% online discount will be applied
The stats provided are based on the median dog's lifespan of 12.8 years as researched by
For Pet Insurance Shop Direct Finance Company Limited acts as an introducer to BDML Connect Ltd who will arrange and administer the policy. Payment is direct to BDML. Policies are underwritten by AXA Insurance UK Plc Registered Office: 5 Old Broad Street,
London EC2N 1DW.
Registered in England 78950. BDML and AXA Insurance UK are authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority.
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