Came across this article in the paper –

NEW YORK (AP) — Shoppers are scrimping on holiday gifts, but not when it comes to their pets.

Among those who plan to spend less on gifts this year, only 23 percent are doing so on their pets, according to a survey released Thursday by Consumer Reports. The vast majority (84 percent) said they plan to cut back spending on themselves.

Another 40 percent said they’re scaling back on buying for friends and friends’ families, while 30 percent plan to spend less on service providers such as delivery people, hair dressers and gym instructors and 29 percent aren’t giving as much to co-workers.

In all, 59 percent of shoppers said they plan to cut back on gift giving.

One likely reason pets won’t be as affected by cutbacks is that their gifts aren’t as pricey.

“Most average folks aren’t spending an arm and a leg on their pet,” said Tod Marks, senior projects editor at Consumer Reports.

I think my pets just enjoy watching us unwrap gifts. All the ribbons and paper.  They are happy just being at home with Mom and Dad not having to go to work.  Mochi will get some catnip in her stocking. Lucy and Sammy most likely a new toy.  Happy and gleeful they will be. Happy Holidays!!