Doggie owners splash the cash on treats

DOG owners are splashing out more than ever oncanine treats, with Irish pooches chomping through more than €117 million worth of dog food last year.

And owners are forking out more for food that contains organic and natural ingredients, which is seen to be better for their dogs’ health.

A report on the dog industry here also reveals while luxury food sales have dipped for the general population, there has been a marked rise in the demand for treats for dogs in 2009.