Halloween Clearance Haul

Yesterday we popped into PetSmart to look for unnecessary things for Athena such as more treats (like 10 extra bags on hand is not enough), a new stuffy (because somebody doesn't know how to be gentle), and various other things.

We came across the Halloween clearance section which was filled with tons of unnecessary items (so of course we looked) for 75% off the marked price.  As we looked through the section, B and I decided that much of the clearance items were actually VERY necessary at 75% off.

1. Costumes as dog coats

Of course the clearance section was filled with dog costumes in all sorts of styles and sizes, many of which are made of warm fleece material like the turtle, monkey, hippo, penguin, and lion costumes.  It all of a sudden dawned on us-- so what if these are Halloween costumes?!  They can double as SUPER cute and warm winter coats!  All of the animal costumes were also equipped with hoods which is something that we wish Athena's favorite purple jacket had.  The costumes also attach to a dog's body much like many dog coats, with a velcro strap under the belly and one around the neck for easy on and off.

I'm a lion!  RAWWWWRR!

We purchased a lion and a monkey costume to add to Athena's winter wardrobe.  $4 for a dog winter coat?!  I don't think there's anything out there that can beat that price.

Lion costume- $16.99 $4.00

Monkey costume- $16.99 $4.00

Just monkeying around!

Do I make a good lion?

2. Toys to destroy

Dog toys can cost a pretty penny, especially ones that are considered "tough" and meant for power chewers.  We have been on the hunt for stuffies that don't actually have any stuffing inside because Athena likes to "kill" her stuffies the minute she gets ahold of them.

The Halloween clearance section at PetSmart was filled with Halloween themed stuffed (and not stuffed) toys all for only $2-$3 each.  That's a pretty good price for toys that will probably be ruined in a matter of days (or maybe we will discover an indestructible toy in the bunch?)!

Soooo many toys to destroy!

We picked up quite a few new toys for Athena that we won't be too upset about if she ruins (she already ruined one though...but I'm not even an ounce upset about it!).

It's ok that I eat this beaver, right mom?

I have decided that it will now be my mission to hit up PetSmart the day after every holiday in search of unnecessary items that I can turn into something very necessary!  So what are you waiting for?  RUN to PetSmart for these amazing deals!  We only spent $20 on all of the amazing things above!