Italian supermarket offers special carts so dogs can grocery shop with their owners
Pet owners are always a treat to observe when they’re out running errands.
To them, pets aren’t just animals that provide companionship and security; they treat their pets like their own children.
And this is something ideal because pets shouldn’t be caged and left alone for hours while their owners head out to complete items on their to-do lists.
Pet owners don’t do this because they’re okay with their pets waiting around for them.
Most of the time, they have little choice because not all establishments are pet-friendly.
That’s why it’s refreshing to know that more businesses are doing their best to address this concern.
Unes, a grocery store in Luino, Italy, is an exception.
The owner, Gianfranco Galantini, came up with the idea to make dog shopping carts available at his store.
After seeing dogs waiting outside the grocery store while their owners line up to pay for their purchases, he realized he could make things easier for humans and animals.
His idea is brilliantly mutually beneficial, too.
If dog owners could take their furry friends inside, they would shop more, increasing sales.
The dog owners would not have to live with the inconvenience of finding a safe spot for their pets outside, and the dogs don’t have to wait out on their own.
Gianfranco quickly put his plan into action.
It took Gianfranco only a few weeks to have custom-made shopping carts ready.
At a glance, you’ll see a typical shopping cart, but when you take a closer look, you’ll notice a divider that allows space for the dog and the items.
Dogs aren’t cramped into a tiny space, either. They have enough room to sit, stand, and even walk around a bit.
The dog-friendly feature has enticed more pet owners to shop at Unes.
People are now more confident about exercising their rights to bring their dogs along as they do their grocery shopping.
Moreover, they are given more peace of mind knowing their precious pets are with them.
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If your concern is cleanliness, Unes has that covered, too.
After each use, the dog-friendly shopping carts are cleaned and sanitized thoroughly.
The owner and other customers are also seeing a positive change in canine behavior.
From uneasy, barking dogs to calmer, happier ones as the cart moves from aisle to aisle, Unes has set the bar high for pet-friendly establishments.
That’s why there has been nothing but positive reviews about the grocery store and its genius solution to the problem of dogs having to wait outside.
Unes plans to have these custom shopping carts available in all of its locations.
We just know pet owners everywhere will appreciate the convenience and the added security these provide.
Now, errands don’t have to require leaving your pets outside the establishment or at home alone.
As far as win-win situations go, this one definitely takes the cake.
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Source: The Animal Rescue Site, La Repubblica