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New Jersey ranks sixth among the states with the most spoiled dogs

NEW JERSEY – Whether it’s throwing doggie birthday parties, painting a dog’s nails or buying a dog outfits and accessories, pet parents love to pamper their four-legged friends.

While spoiled dogs can be found nationwide, some states go to greater lengths to ensure that their fur babies live lavishly.

So, which states have the most spoiled dogs?

Forbes Advisor found that New Jersey ranks sixth among the states with the most spoiled dogs.

New Jersey’s score: 77.52 out of 100

  • Nearly one in four New Jersey dog owners (23.5%) said they’ve put perfume or cologne on their dog, the eighth highest amount nationwide.
  • Garden State dog owners tied with dog owners in Pennsylvania and Virginia for being ninth most likely to throw birthday parties or other celebrations for their dog (38%).
  • New Jersey tied with Maryland for having the 10th highest percentage of dog owners who have pushed their dog in a stroller (24.5%).
  • New Jersey is also home to the 11th highest percentage of dog owners who have brought their dog on vacation (45.5%, tied with New Hampshire).

To see how the rest of the country stacks up, click here.

Jay Edwards

Born and raised in Northwest NJ, Jay has a degree in Communications and has had a life-long interest in local radio and various styles of music. Jay has held numerous jobs over the years such as stunt car driver, bartender, voice-over artist, traffic reporter (award winning), NY Yankee maintenance crewmember and peanut farm worker. His hobbies include mountain climbing, snowmobiling, cooking, performing stand-up comedy and he is an avid squirrel watcher. Jay has been a guest on America’s Morning Headquarters,program on The Weather Channel, and was interviewed by Sam Champion.

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