Pets favoured over partners at Xmas

By MSN NZ Money staff

10:00 AEST Thu Dec 15 2011

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A new survey has revealed that when it comes to spreading Christmas cheer, Kiwis will spend more on their dogs than on their partners.

The Pedigree Dentastix survey investigated New Zealanders’ attitudes to the health and care of their pets, along with how much money they invested in taking care of their four-legged family members.

The majority (57%) of respondents said they would buy their dog a Christmas present, with the same percentage (57%) saying they already spend between $50 and $100 per month on their canine companions.

Interestingly, when it came to presents for their partner, nearly two thirds of dog owners said they spent less on their loved one than their pet while 63 percent of dog owners said they spent less than $50 per month on presents for their spouse or partner.

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User comments

Alhough I love animals, I think that those who place them above humans are suffering from some very sad affliction, often because they have had some bad relationship. It is not always true that those who are cruel to animals can be also cruel to peoiple, A lot of so called "animal lovers" can be extremely cruel to human beings. Don't forget that humans are also a species of animal. .

Yes I spend money on my dogs all the time. I work and I have no kids. I donate monthly to 2 organisations so what I do with my money is my business and I will spend on my dogs because I can. People who don't look after their pets shouldn't have them! If you can't afford to take them to the vet, feed them properly don't have them! SIMPLE! Animals abusers are losers!!

yeah why not they r more loyal dont f u around and they r always happy 2 see u

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