OkcPets Magazine September 2020

40 OKC Pets • September/October 2020 SHOP ‘TIL YOU DROP The number of orders placed online and picked up at brick-and- mortar stores by customers surged 208% between April 1 and April 20, 2020, compared with a year ago, according to Adobe Analytics (via CNBC). Online sales in the U.S. jumped 49% from March 12 to April 11, compared with a baseline from March 1 to March 11, 2020, according to Adobe Analytics (via CNBC). In 2019, Americans spent a record $95.7 billion on their pets, according to the American Pet Products Association’s 2019-2020 National Pet Owners Survey. Pet Food Pantry of OKC delivers pet food and supplies on a monthly basis to Oklahomans in need. The pantry gives out more than 11,000 pounds of pet food a month. Qualifying recipients include low-income seniors, the homeless, veterans and domestic violence shelters. If you or someone you know could benefit from this service, email info@petfoodpantryokc.org. TRANSPORTATION Pet Fetchers is a “4 paw ride service company” serving the Oklahoma City metro area. Whether you no longer drive or you’re simply overscheduled, Pet Fetchers can transport your pet wherever it needs to go—grooming or vet appointments, daycare, the airport, etc. Your individual needs can be customized with a one-way fetch, roundtrip fetch or a fetch and stay. Fetch packages and monthly memberships are also available. Drivers will even video chat with you so you can virtually “be there” for your pet when you can’t physically be there. Visit petfetchers.com to learn more and schedule your pet’s transportation. GEAR, GIFTS, TREATS & MORE Whether you need a gift for the pet lover in your life or a new leash or treat for your furry best friend, almost all of your favorite local retailers are now offering online shopping, curbside pickup, local home delivery and shipment by mail. The next time you need to make a purchase, check online and save yourself some time! Contact each retail establishment for specifics.