Sales of pet products increased 5.4% in 2009 in the United
States, to more than $40 billion, during a period that saw retail declines in many other
areas. Sales at Harry Barker increased by more than 16% in
2009, leading an already growing industry.
People who buy our quality pet beds, treats, bowls, toys, collars
and leashes come back and buy more! Loyal customers also tell
their friends about HarryBarker.com, because consumer sales through
our website have doubled every year. Americans are learning
that it makes them happy to pamper their pets, whether they are
singles, long-married empty nesters or simply animal lovers.
There are pets in 63% of American homes -- 45 million households own
75 million dogs and 90 million cats. And they love Harry
Barker products, which are sold in 3,000 retail stores across the
country as well as direct to consumers at the website
www.HarryBarker.com
or 1-800-HI-HARRY.
Harry's bestselling products in 2010 include Food Storage Cans,
Hemp-Striped Bedrolls, and our Eco-Friendly Collars and Leashes.
Profitable and Green
Harry Barker was founded in 1997 by Carol Perkins and, since
then, has won several awards for its sustainable practices.
All of our pet products are made either with recycled or organic
materials. Each Harry Barker dog bed, for example, is made
with recycled plastic fiberfill that prevents 30 soda bottles from
going to a landfill. This company standard has earned raves
from sustainability groups as well as industry associations.
Giving Back to the Community
Harry Barker has also been recognized for helping people in need.
The company provides training and work for the disabled, working
with community agencies. And proceeds from several Harry
Barker products are given to the local children's hospital at the
Medical University of South Carolina. Click here to read more
about HB's commitment to giving back.
The company and its products have been featured in many
lifestyle magazines as well as business publications and TV
features. To see clips from
People Magazine,
In Style, Ladies Home Journal, The New York Times, the
"Today" Show, "The Big Idea with Donny Deutsch," Treehugger.com
and many other media outlets, click
HERE.
