# Fiesta-Inspired Dog Toys BarkShop's Squeaky Dog Toys Playfully Celebrate Cinco de Mayo By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-05-09 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/squeaky-dog-toys References: [dog-milk](http://dog-milk.com/squeak-o-de-mayo-toy-collection-from-barkshop/) & [barkshop](https://barkshop.com/items/fiesta-bundle) For Cinco de Mayo this year, BarkShop created a fun set of squeaky dog toys that includes shapely playthings inspired by bowls of guacamole, margaritas, spicy green peppers and maracas. The [Mexican-inspired dog toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mga-miniverse-make-it-mini-taco-bell-collection) boasts some elements that are soft and squeaky, as well as others that are spiky, offering a range of textures for dogs to chew. Toys like the jalapeño and the rattling maracas both have ropes built into their designs, which is ideal for playing tug-of-war with one's pet. BarkShop is selling its complete festive four-piece dog toy collection for Cinco de Mayo as part of a cost-saving '[Fiesta Bundle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ready-to-drink-festive-cocktail-shots),' although each of the squeaky dog toys is also available for purchase individually. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Pet Toy Diversity Trend:** Pet owners are looking for a range of textures and shapes in pet toys, offering an opportunity for toy companies to create innovative designs. - **Holiday-themed Pet Toys Trend:** Creating playful and festive pet toys around different holidays can be another lucrative avenue for pet toy companies. - **Multifunctional Pet Toys Trend:** Toys with additional ropes or components built-in, such as tug-of-war elements, could appeal to pet owners looking for added value in their purchases. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Pet Toy Industry:** The pet toy industry can capitalize on the demand for diverse, holiday-themed and multifunctional pet toys. - **Pet Industry:** The wider pet industry can benefit from offering holiday-themed items like pet costumes, food and decor to capitalize on festive occasions like Cinco de Mayo. - **Retail Industry:** With consumers looking for playful holiday-themed items for their pets, retailers can stock up on holiday-themed pet products, including toys, accessories, and food items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [QSR Brand Pet Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arbys-pet-toys.md) - [Pumpkin Spice-Themed Dog Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bark-and-dunkin.md) - [Makeup-Themed Dog Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/makeupthemed-dog-toys.md) - [Dog Birthday Cake Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-birthday-cake-toy.md) - [Collaborative Dog-Focused Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bark-1.md) - [Textural Spellbinding Dog Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barkbox-collection.md) - [Eco-Friendly Health-Conscious Dog Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosmos-snack-shack-toys.md) - [80s-Inspired Pet-Friendly Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-snack-pack.md) - [Ergonomic Dog Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earth-rated-dog-toy-collection.md)