# Animal Barbecues Traeger Grills By annaOMline | Published 2007-05-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbecues-with-style References: [traegergrills](http://www.traegergrills.com/grills/lil_pig.cfm) & [traegergrills](http://www.traegergrills.com/grills/long_horn.cfm) [Traeger Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traeger-grills-ironwood-885-wood-pellet-grill) has created two comedic grill designs, the Lil'Pig and the Longhorn Steer. According to Traeger Grills, the barbecues [smoke and cook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weber-smoque-pellet-smoker) just like standard [outdoor grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/american-outdoor-grill). With 418 sq. inches of cooking surface, an internal hopper, stainless steel door handle, multi-position digital thermostat control, and viper casters, this grill is sure to raise a “squeal” from your guests. **Implications** - Cute and whimsical twists on traditional items appeal to those consumers looking for novelty. A product like this is not only charming, however; it is also useful and therefore, presents itself as a natural choice for any consumer hoping to make the activity of barbecuing more enjoyable. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Novelty Grills:** Cute and whimsical twists on traditional grills appeal to consumers looking for novelty. - **Enhanced Outdoor Cooking:** Innovative designs like Traeger Grills' Lil'Pig and Longhorn Steer make barbecuing more enjoyable. - **Comedic Home Appliances:** Humorous grill designs like Traeger Grills' Lil'Pig and Longhorn Steer add charm to everyday products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Outdoor Cooking Appliances:** The outdoor cooking appliance industry can benefit from creating novelty grills. - **Home Appliances:** The home appliance industry can explore the potential of adding comedic and whimsical designs to their products. - **Food and Beverage:** Restaurants and food establishments can leverage novelty grills like Traeger Grills' Lil'Pig and Longhorn Steer to enhance their outdoor cooking experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Touchscreen Interface Outdoor Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traeger-timberline-grill.md) - [Ultra-Modern Pellet Grill Companies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grill-company.md) - [Small Space Exterior Griddles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traeger-flatrock-2-zone.md) - [Nostalgic Infomercial Grill Spots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bud-light-x-traeger-grills.md) - [Wood-Fired Griddle Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recteq-smokestone-600.md) - [Redesigned Touchscreen Controlled Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ironwood.md) - [Summer-Ready Barbecue Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbecue-shoe.md) - [Premium Wood-Fired Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-woodfired-grill.md) - [Old-Fashioned Toolbox Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-blaze-charcoal-grill.md)