Unboxing pawsome delights

Pet box

From kitchen essentials to beauty staples, subscription boxes have become a popular way to keep pace with seasonal favourites, stock up on basics and explore new possibilities. And now, thanks to specialised services, your four-legged friends can tap into this trend with customised subscription boxes that are especially tailored to their tastes, and physical and dietary needs. Loaded with tasty treats, toys and even the occasional goodies for pet parents, these boxes can be a fun and time-saving addition to your existing pet care routine.

In portrait mode: This specialised box for dogs and cats includes treats, catnip and interactive toys, as well as grooming accessories. The highlight of the box is a customised portrait of your pet. The treats are hand-picked based on your pet's weight, age and allergies, and discounts are offered for longer-term subscriptions. If you're not keen on monthly packages, you can opt for customised boxes to mark special milestones and birthdays. A part of the proceeds from the sales of each box goes towards vaccinating stray dogs.

Log on to goofytails.com
Cost Rs 2,999

(From left) While the Curious Cat Company box has accessories for pets and pet parents, the Goofy Tails box includes a customised portrait

Feline the love: If you're looking for practicality with a bit of indulgence, this box is the right pick - you'll get a month's worth of dry and wet food for your cat and toys and accessories for them to play with. For yourself, you'll receive a choice of mugs, face masks, tees, eco grocery bags or canvas prints. with quirky cat themes. The brand is the brainchild of three cat lovers and was launched in the midst of the pandemic; a portion of their proceeds is donated to cat welfare projects.

Log on to curiouscatcompany.com
Cost Rs 1,675 onwards

Woof Box plans are based on your dog's age and health

Of course you woof: From senior dogs, to young adults and puppies, this subscription service pays special attention to your pooch's changing needs. The senior box, for instance, has wellness multivitamins, supplements, specialised food that aids digestion, and a variety of elder-friendly toys for dogs above seven years of age. On the other hand, the puppy box includes toys that have been especially designed to withstand enthusiastic teething and offer relief to itchy gums. They also offer a customised birthday box with toys and treats to help celebrate your pup's big day

Log on to woofbox.in
Cost Rs 2,360 onwards