Voices: ‘Worth every penny’ or ‘a bit OTT’? Readers debate the rise of expensive dog birthday parties

Would you throw your dog a birthday party? - (Pexels)

After Katie Rosseinsky lifted the lid on the curious trend of extravagant pet birthday parties, readers were quick to weigh in – some with wagging enthusiasm, others with raised eyebrows.

Rosseinsky explained how over-the-top pet celebrations, once reserved for the rich and famous, with dog-themed drone shows, party hats, and vegan birthday cakes, have now become surprisingly common in everyday suburban life, thanks in part to social media and a booming pet care industry.