Published on 15th Jul 2026
Make Every Summer Trip Count: Create a Doggy Beach Day Display That Boosts Sales
As the summer heat drives pet owners to coastal spots and local waterways, a "Doggy Beach Day" display is a massive revenue opportunity for independent pet shops. Beach-bound owners are highly likely to pick up last-minute safety and play items if they are bundled together.
In this guide, we'll show you what to stock, how to merchandise it, and simple ways to increase your average basket value throughout the summer.
Build the Ultimate Doggy Beach Day Display
Hydration & Travel Accessories
When dogs drink seawater, the high salt content causes rapid dehydration and stomach upset. Parents need portable, clean hydration solutions.
Recommended Products:
• Silicone collapsible travel bowls
• 2-in-1 water bottles with integrated drinking bowls
• Insulated water flasks
Position these right at the front of the display. Cross-sell them with hydration supplements or doggy sports drinks to increase basket spend.
Water Safety
Not every dog is a confident swimmer, and tides, currents and open water can catch owners by surprise.
Offer lightweight, high-visibility dog life jackets with grab handles. Stock a clear size run from XS to XL, as owners prefer to bring their dogs in-store to fit th
Water Ready & Sandy Play Toys
Standard tennis balls become waterlogged, heavy, and trap abrasive sand that can wear down a dog's teeth.
Stock floating rubber toys, bright orange or neon yellow fetch toys, and water-friendly retrieval toys. Highly visible colours make toys easier to spot in waves or long grass.
Coastal Walk Essentials
Even on off-leash beaches, strong tides or wildlife mean owners frequently need to secure their dogs while still giving them room to explore.
Must stocks:
5-metre and 10-metre webbed long lines.
Waterproof/odourproof collars like Biothane that won't hold damp sea smells
Extra large, ultra-exorbant microfibre towels.
Three Ways to Maximise In-Store Sales
Create a Dedicated Beach Day Display
Rather than scattering products throughout your store, bring everything together on a dedicated FSDU or a high-footfall end display.
Use eye-catching signage such as:
Heading to the Coast? Grab your Doggy Beach Day Essentials!
Sell Ready-to-Go Beach Bundles
Take the hassle out of packing by creating pre-made beach bundles.
A simple bundle would include:
• Travel water bottle
• Collapsible bowl
• Floating toy
• Dog sun cream
• Premium poop bags
Merchandise Complementary Products Together
Encourage customers to buy complete solutions rather than individual products.
For example:
• Travel bottle + hydration supplement
• Floating toy + microfibre towel
• Life jacket + waterproof lead
• Long line + waterproof collar
Published on 15th Jul 2026