# Dog-Friendly Advent Calendars BarkShop's Countdown is Full of Pet-Pleasing Peanut Butter Treats By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-11-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-friendly-advent-calendars References: [barkshop](https://barkshop.com/products/advent-calendar) As well as including pets in their actual celebrations on Christmas Day with gifts, many pet owners are passionate about counting down to the holiday with treat-filled dog-friendly advent calendars. BarkShop's advent calendar for dogs is filled with all-natural peanut butter and carob treats that are full of organic ingredients that people will recognize. Both of the treats are made with a base of oats, barley and honey, plus other additions like organic coconut and vanilla for added flavor. The treats are vegetarian and free from wheat, corn and soy, offering a nourishing snack for dogs to enjoy during most of the days in December. 5% of BarkShop proceeds are put directly towards helping dogs in need, which helps animal lovers keep the giving spirit alive during the holiday season and beyond. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/pets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Dog-friendly Advent Calendars:** Opportunity for pet food companies to create specialized and organic advent calendars for dogs. - **Natural and Organic Pet Treats:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for pet treat manufacturers to develop all-natural and organic treats using recognizable ingredients. - **Charitable Product Offerings:** Opportunity for businesses to incorporate philanthropy into their product offerings, like donating proceeds to help animals in need. ### Where This Applies - **Pet Food:** Pet food companies can tap into the growing market of dog-friendly advent calendars and develop innovative products. - **Pet Treat Manufacturing:** Manufacturers of pet treats can capitalize on the trend of natural and organic treats and introduce new and healthier options for pets. - **Retail and E-commerce:** Retailers and online pet stores can offer charitable product offerings, attracting socially-conscious consumers while supporting a good cause. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dog-Specific Treat Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/12-days-of-woofmas.md) - [Dog-Friendly Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seasons-sweetings-advent-calendar.md) - [Probiotic Pet Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pigs-in-blankets-dog-advent-calendar.md) - [Festive Pet Biscuit Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/santa-paws-milk-cookie-box.md) - [Allergy-Friendly Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yumearth-advent-calendar.md) - [Dog-Friendly Holiday Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pawliday-cheer-kit.md) - [Seasonal Dog Toy Subscriptions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/subscription-boxes-for-dogs.md) - [Vegan Candy Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/advent-calendar-tree.md) - [Holiday-Ready Dog Treat Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-treat-box.md)