pampered pets

Baroooo, Lula wants her supper! From the designer of the lovely Lupita and Tigrito bowls, comes this style for the smaller pets. As part of the "Mountain of Dogs" project, this pooch is howling up at a moon from a mountain? According to the designer:

The mountaintop has the double task of protecting the food and preventing “lulà” from eating all day. but quite apart from the functional features, I wanted above all to give life to a landscape, to the dream of this mountain in the figurative tradition that I identify with so much.

Hmm, perhaps the dog is howling because she can't get at the food! Kidding, even though it's form over function for those all-day-snackers, this $80 style sure is sleek.

Looking for the ultimate in street chic collars? Gangs of New Yorkie's got your pet covered in customizable, handcrafted leather collars that are made to order. You pick out colors and hardware, which range from standard metal lettering to their "ice" rhinestone embellished style. All the details to craft a collar that expresses your pup's personality, including a special charm. Just share a little about your dog's traits and what makes them unique, and Gangs of New Yorkie handpicks a charm to add a little something extra and personalize your dog's fashion statement. Besides being pet-friendly, with features like a soft leather lining to fit more comfortably, these unique-chic collars are also pretty wallet-friendly, with prices starting around $35. Customize and create a collar that's worthy of your pal.

The time has come! I've had my eye on this raincoat ever since it was shown off by a furry model at Fashion Week, and the Spring/Summer 2010 line is now on sale at Mulberry.

In addition to this chic and creamy raincoat, there's a glossy denim version for more casual days (both $160) and a couple of gray tees with accents of fuchsia or navy (both $80). Sadly, they're a bit pricey for my pooch who seems to be drawn to mud like a moth to a flame, but check out the details in the gallery below for your own wish lists.

Prepster pooches, check this out — yet another cashmere cable doggie sweater! Coming in camel, navy, and red at Brooks Brothers, the three sizes are pretty pawfect for tiny to medium-sized pups. I can already imagine North sporting this cardinal one.

What's even better is that it's on sale, along with a lovely matching collar and leash. These calfskin goods are hand-braided with brass hardware, and, like other quality leather items, I bet the accessories will only look better with age. See for yourself in the widget below.

No, there's no denim involved, but Rock & Republic just released their very first pet collection! Filled with luxe products for the four-legged set, offerings run from the smart placemat to protect the floors ($20) to a soft gray carrier so lovely that I thought it surely was a human's purse ($330).

Personally topping my wish list is this black and fuchsia number — the grommet air holes lend a rocker-slash-useful edge to, well, the bag's edges, and the already-crackled leather would wear in nicely. Ahh, but see which item you'd most dream for in a widget of the full collection below.

This collar shouts special occasion to me — how precious is the budding blossom for your budding superstar?! Since it comes in four sizes, even the big dogs can get a kick out of this piece from the Juicy Couture Spring 2010 Collection.

Many of the brand's other new items are meant for the lil ones, but the vivid colors of ruffle tees, tanks, and terry hoodies make me think Spring in a big way no matter the size of the gear . . . which is definitely a good thing (brrr). Check out the rest below.

It's not quite picnic weather in most parts of the country but, even if you're traveling by heated car, would you tote this? It looks like a toolbox with a flattened version of those containers stations sell when you run out of gas. Not that it's ever happened to me . . . on the way to get North's shots. But I digress.

The two-sided Charlybox has a section with indented bowls for kibble and water while the other half holds two-liters of bonus liquid. It boasts to be virtually indestructible and looks the part, too. Would you use this or make do with a plastic baggie and a bottle instead?

Someone was very lucky this holiday season, yay! Not only did North receive plenty o' pressies, I did, too. Since he's yet to master the task of handwriting (pencils = yum), I have to compose all the gift cards on our behalf. I wanted to find a little something special this year and these unique cards from Fire Hydrant Press are just what I need.
Not only are there a bunch of breed silhouettes, fonts, and colors, but if you'd like your exact pet's likeness, email in a picture and it'll design the image for you. The shop also sells calendars, prints, and gift tags, but my second favorite item is surely its doggie calling cards, perfect to pass out at the park for pup's next playdate!