Just 15 years ago, cats had little preference among pet owners. The dog was the first option if it was about having an animal at home; however, the trend changed. Currently, there are 80 million pets accounted for by INEGI in the country, of which 16.2 million correspond to cats (20.25%).
Either because they are more independent than dogs or because they are good company, the truth is that dogs pussycats are in the crosshairs of those now called pet lovers.
Regarding the treatment that a pet receives in Mexico, 57% of households say they buy exclusive food for it, according to Consulta Mitosky. In total, 36.2% of pet owners prefer high-quality, processed food when it comes to pampering their pets. This undoubtedly helps to have an idea of how much these owners are willing to invest.
If you like animals, especially cats, and you want to start a business that will help you supplement your income, then this idea will interest you: bedrooms for cats. It is about designing and putting together luxury bedrooms for these beautiful and enigmatic animals. You can include anything from curious bedrooms to miniature accessories to make the shopping experience more pleasant.
Start a business with cats
For this endeavor you will need the support of a carpenter with experience in cabinetmaking, since these are small-scale models that require hand-carved wooden details. Offer a percentage of each sale. Regarding accessories such as sheets, quilts and miniature pillows, you can make them yourself.
For the part of making bedding, it is recommended that you take a sewing course (approximately 1,995 pesos). This will help you master techniques like machine sewing, embroidery, and even knitting. As for the work instruments, you must invest in a sewing machine (from 1,650 pesos), a sewing kit (250 pesos) and fabrics.
Take advantage of Facebook, Instagram and TikTok where you not only post your contact details, but also showcase photos and videos with your creations and complementary accessories.