Pet Rock is a brand that sells rocks as pets. Each rock comes in a box with breathing holes, a bed of straw, and a 32-page training manual.
The Pet Rock was invented by advertising executive Gary Dahl in 1975.
Gary Dahl got the idea for a pet rock during a night out with his friends.
He sold over 1.5 million Pet Rocks in less than six months and became a millionaire before the end of 1975.
The fad died down the next year, and Dahl went on to other business ventures.
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A smooth, gray rock with googly eyes that comes in a cardboard box with breathing holes and straw bed.
A line of accessories for your Pet Rock, including leashes, food dishes, and an exercise manual.
A 32-page instruction manual that teaches you how to train and care for your Pet Rock.
No, Pet Rocks are not capable of movement and should be kept in their boxes.
Pet Rocks do not need to eat or drink anything.
Pet Rocks cannot get sick, as they are just rocks.
No, all Pet Rocks are the same gray color.
No, Pet Rocks do not need water or any other type of maintenance.
