Pet spas appear to offer almost anything for people's beloved animals and the Japanese spa D+ Kirishima takes this concept to the next level by offering pet exorcisms.
The spa enlists a Shinto priest to conduct the unusual ceremony, titled the 'Pet Dog Exorcism Plan.' The service is targeted towards older or sick dogs and seeks to rid them of negative energy and bad spirits, as well as pray for their future health. The pet exorcism lasts for 30 minutes and costs $235 for a room of two people and their pet, including meals and the ceremony.
This unusual service is likely to appeal to people who have religious or spiritual beliefs that they would like to use to improve the health of their pets.
Pet Exorcism Services
The 'D+ Kirishima' Pet Spa Offers an Unusual Spiritual Service
Trend Themes
1. Pet Spiritual Services - The trend of pet spiritual services is on the rise, and opens up opportunities for businesses to offer complementary services like pet acupuncture and energy healing.
2. Customized Pet Services - Customized pet services, like exorcisms, appeal to niche markets with unique spiritual and religious beliefs, and businesses can take advantage by offering personalized and niche services.
3. Humanization of Pets - The humanization of pets trend highlights the importance of pets as family members and the emotional attachment that drives people to spend money on unique and specialized services for their pets.
Industry Implications
1. Pet Spa and Grooming - Pet spas and grooming services can offer unique add-ons like pet acupuncture, energy healing, and spiritual services like exorcisms to attract customers seeking customized and unique services.
2. Pet Health and Wellness - Pet health and wellness businesses can capitalize on the trend of people using spiritual and religious practices to maintain their pets' health by offering complementary services like herbal remedies and pet yoga.
3. Pet Hospitality and Tourism - Pet hospitality and tourism businesses can attract customers by offering unique and personalized experiences like pet-friendly hotels with spa and grooming services, as well as add-ons like pet acupuncture and energy healing.