Pet services are booming too. Speciality retailers already boost sales by offering grooming and boarding.

一些专业的零售商已经通过推出宠物美容和寄宿服务来提高销售额。

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But he says pet owners are spending their money on other things like medical services.

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Judging from the growth in upscale pet services, plenty of owners are still lavishing every comfort on their four-footed or feathered friends.

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Look up "puppies" on Google and you'll see text ads for kennel clubs and pet-adoption services.

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Rutledge points out that Lawrence's plan also outlines other services such as pet sitting, a dog taxi, retail options and a doggie bakery.

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