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Holiday Gift Ideas<br />

Holiday Gift Ideas<br />

Gifts ideas for your furry friends<br />

Holiday shoppers who are busy making<br />

lists and checking them twice should make<br />

sure they don’t overlook the family pet.<br />

Christmas has gone to the cats and dogs, as<br />

a greater number of people include their<br />

companion animals when selecting gifts<br />

each year.<br />

A study by OnePoll conducted by<br />

Rover.com, the nation’s largest network of<br />

dog sitters and walkers, found that 95 percent<br />

of pet owners have bought holiday<br />

gifts for their pets. Gifts can range from<br />

everyday needs, like food and treats, to<br />

more lavish extravagances like spa treatments.<br />

Pet owners who plan to get their pets<br />

gifts this year may want to consider some<br />

of the emerging pet trends as they browse<br />

wares and services. The Balance, a business,<br />

career and industry information site,<br />

says pet industry trends point toward<br />

these segments seeing growth.<br />

Natural pet products<br />

Just as people are interested in protecting<br />

the health of the planet and their own<br />

personal health, so, too, are they extending<br />

this concern to companion animals.<br />

Natural pet products, which can include<br />

natural flea and tick remedies, holistic<br />

foods, organic items, and all-natural<br />

grooming products, can make great gifts.<br />

Specialty pet services<br />

The American Pet Products Association<br />

says the demand for high-end pet grooming<br />

and other services is substantial. In addition,<br />

personalized training, behavioral consulting,<br />

portrait photography, dog sitting,<br />

and upscale spa treatments like pet Reiki<br />

and massage are booming.<br />

Mobile pet grooming<br />

Mobile pet grooming has become the<br />

norm in many areas. Mobile pet grooming<br />

can reduce the potential stress on animals,<br />

and tends to be very convenient for customers,<br />

particularly seniors and others<br />

Get out of the house and ring in 2023 at a New<br />

Year’s Eve party that is rated one of the best in<br />

Columbus.<br />

The Crowne Plaza Hotel, 6500 Doubletree<br />

Ave., will host Mike Albert and The Big “E” Band<br />

at this 16th annual New Year’s Eve bash.<br />

Albert is an award winning “Elvis Presley<br />

impersonator.” His wardrobe, voice and amazing<br />

wit makes for a wonderful show.<br />

You can get a full service dinner, drinks, room,<br />

hats and horns, champaign toast at midnight along<br />

with a full breakfast New Year’s Day for only<br />

who have mobility issues.<br />

Beyond these growing trends, pet owners<br />

have a bevy of other ideas from which<br />

to choose. Here are just a few different suggestions:<br />

• tests to detect pets’ DNA and trace<br />

breed and ancestry,<br />

• interactive puzzles to keep pets<br />

engaged and banish boredom,<br />

• stylish storage baskets for pet toys,<br />

• hidden cat litter or dog crate items<br />

that camouflage commonly used pet items,<br />

• heated pet bed for cozy nights and<br />

mornings, and<br />

• signature vests, coats and sweaters to<br />

look good and remain comfortable.<br />

PAID ADVERTISING<br />

Ring in the new year with Mike<br />

Albert’s Elvis tribute show<br />

$319 per couple. There is also a party package for<br />

$250 per couple or $150 per single. Tickets are<br />

limited. For reservations, call (614) 792-3135.<br />

Early check in is at 1 p.m., ballroom doors<br />

open at 7 p.m. Draft beer and wine, included in<br />

the price, will be available until midnight, with<br />

dinner at 7 p.m. The show kicks off at 9 p.m.<br />

There will be two televisions in the ballroom to<br />

keep up with the Ohio State football game.<br />

“Mike’s New Year’s Eve show is like no<br />

other,” said promoter Doug Henry. “He interacts<br />

with the crowd, which makes for a fun time.”<br />

www.jpsbbq.com<br />

WESTSIDE MESSENGER - <strong>December</strong> 11, <strong>2022</strong> PAGE 9<br />

Celebrate New Year’s Eve<br />

Starring<br />

with ELVIS<br />

Mike Albert<br />

Prices Per Couple<br />

Overnight Package - $319<br />

Party Only Packages - $250<br />

Single Overnight - $219<br />

Prices include<br />

Dinner, Drinks, Room,<br />

Party favors, Full Breakfast<br />

Make Your Plans NOW!<br />

614-792-3135<br />

The Big “E “ Band<br />

Crowne Plaza • 6500 Doubletree Ave. (formerly Marriott North)<br />

2000 Norton Rd.<br />

Phone: 614-878-7422 Fax: 614-878-7429<br />

Hollyday Happiness<br />

(Serves Approx. 4-7).......................................... $ 169.95<br />

Order By 12/13/22<br />

For Christmas Eve Pick-Up by 5 PM<br />

Hot & Ready to Eat or Cold to Reheat<br />

*INCLUDES*<br />

Charicuterie Platter (Fancy Meats/Cheeses & Fruit Snacks)<br />

3 Blend Salad<br />

JP’s Ribs * Or * 2# Prime Rib (Limited Supply So Order Early)<br />

Italian Roasted Chicken Pieces<br />

3 Side Selections:<br />

Au Gratin Potatoes/Green Beans/ Baked Beans/Slaw<br />

Mac & Cheese/Potato or Macaroni Salad/Chunky Applesauce<br />

Rolls & Butter

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