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House of Dog Cruelty-Free Pet Products
Love your dog but are distressed over all the leather products made for him or her? Then take a gander at House of Dog, which offers only 100% cruelty-free pet products made from fine faux materials. Products from all the main dog categories are available: collars, leashes, apparel, beds, carriers, toys, bowls, and even wedding sets, which I presume are special items so your dog can participate in a wedding (while collar, white leash, white carrier). House of Dog's signature creations feature a Luxist favorite -- handset Czech crystals. Click on each category to see the offerings, and take a look at the gallery for a selection of some of the products and the price ranges. The Signature Paw Bag shown, for example, is $320, and comes in seven colors. (Celebs love House of Dog; go here to see.)

Gallery: House of Dog Cruelty-Free Pet Products

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Eco Pet Products RoundupToday is Blog Action Day, a day to celebrate greenness and highlight the need for a focus on climate change. To wit, small changes start at home, and can involve pet products too. Here are a few "green" brands that make pet products:

Eco-Me: products to keep your dog clean as well as with which to clean up, plus treats; more here

Natural Woof: exercise products, cleaners, toys & treats, beds & bowls, collars & outerwear, travel items, and homeopathic remedies; small-home dwellers, try this

Dress My Pooch: the name says it all -- clothing for dogs plus all kinds of other essentials

Zia & Tia: organics for every member of the family (humans too); pet lovers, go here for toys, beds, and apparel

Urban Leash & Treat: smaller, lower-priced items, but still all the essentials as well as some fun things (cat stuff too)

Metro Dog: all you'd expect for city dogs. Tip: keep them off your one sofa by giving them their own bed. You also can meet some real city dogs, who are allowed on the furniture, in my friend Shira's blog, Saving for Sesame. Follow The Real House Whippets of NYC on all their adventures!

If you need even more info on luxury pet products, some green (let's hope lots green), save the date for the Luxury Pet Pavilion, March 12-13, 2010, Los Angeles.

LuxistEco Pet Products Roundup originally appeared on Luxist on Thu, 15 Oct 2009 15:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Two's Company bed by The Puppy Hugger - Click above for high-res image gallery

It's full of cat fur now. It's been obsessively shop-vaced clean, but when something is as comfortable as the Puppy Hugger's pet beds, you're not going to keep sybaritic animals away. Of course, I had to wrest it from the clutches of my children first. They thought it made a fine television-watching lounge pillow. Yes, that's right, the bed is made by The Puppy Hugger, and we used it for cats and kids, not a canine in sight. That doesn't change the fact that it's a super-luxurious pet bed with a great design.

The Two's Company bed that my lounge-tastic kitties are trying out has two hollows in the middle that will hold smaller dogs, and of course cats, in hammock-like comfort. The deeply padded sides of the bed give animals something to snuggle up against, a posture that's comforting to many stripes of beast. Covered in a variety of very soft faux fur, and filled with polyester fiber that's marshmallow soft, the handmade beds cuddle your pets when you can't. Don't be offended if Muffy starts to prefer it over your lap.

Continued after the jump.

Gallery: Puppy Hugger Luxury Pet Bed


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LuxistReview: Puppy Hugger Two's Company Luxury Pet Bed originally appeared on Luxist on Mon, 05 Oct 2009 15:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Coats N Totes Have you ever been walking along, noticed a lovely, large-ish purse, and then, upon closer inspection, saw a little dog in it? Seems the days of utilitarian Sherpa Bags are over, at least for on-the-go, sophisticated dogs and their owners (unless you're flying, then they're the best). Anyway ... Here's a high-end, attractive dog-carrying bag, if you're into Swarovski crystals. And if you've ever read Luxist, you know we love our Swarovski crystals. The "Bella" dog carrying bag by Coats N Totes is made of the finest Italian leather, is trimmed in large Swarovski crystals in the front and back, and has two large pockets on either side. It includes a soft padded floor and collar snap. Available in black, pink, or tan, made in the USA. $800

Gallery: Coats N Totes "Bella" Dog Carrying Bag

The Bella Bag, black, with pup and ownerThe Bella Bag, pinkThe Bella Bag, black

LuxistCoats N Totes "Bella" Dog Carrying Bag originally appeared on Luxist on Tue, 29 Sep 2009 16:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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They love their Tibetan Mastiffs in China. Back in 2007 I wrote about the popularity of the lovable guard dogs among China's elite and the puppy love has only grown since then. Now a new record has been set. A woman has paid around $600,000 for her new dog. The Chinese millionaire identified only Mrs. Wang is shown above with the Tibetan Mastiff, Yangtze River Number Two. The dog is 18 months old and various reports have the young woman on the quest for the perfect specimen of this ancient breed. The large dogs were domesticated in the mountains of Tibet 6,000 years ago and are considered to be the oldest, biggest and fiercest domestic dog. They are prized as loyal guard dogs and are seen as a status symbol. The dogs with pure bloodlines fetch high prices because of their rarity. Mrs. Wang found the dog in Qinghai and it was flown to her home. At the Xi'an airport a motorcade of luxury cars greeted the top dog on arrival.

Not all Tibetan Mastiffs are this pricey. The American Tibetan Mastiff Association has more information on breeders in the U.S. including pics of dogs given up for rescue.

Gallery: Pet Bling

I Love Dogs DiamondsGothic DogRalph Lauren Alligator Dog CollarLeader of the PackMeche Animal Charms

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Chien Vivant Couture Beds, for the Pampered Pup
Fall is coming, and that means pampered pups are going to need a bed to keep them off the cold, hard floor, or the thin, unforgiving carpet. Never fear -- you can get Chien Vivant Couture Beds here! Barron's House of Treasures, which offers all kinds of luxury pet items, was offering 14 styles of Chien Vivant dog beds when I looked today, retailing for $1,496 - $1,748. The beds all have French-ish names, such as Le Bijou and Napolione and Marseilles. I viewed the Marseilles, and discovered it's custom (no returns) and is made all the high-quality materials you would demand for this price. Options, which cost extra, include monogramming and Swarovski bed legs. For more details, click on the bed of your choice from this selection.

Barron's has a full line of luxury items for pets, including jewelry, strollers, clothing, shoes, carriers, toys, accessories, and spa care (coat care). Plus there's a store just for fancy felines, Kitty Kat Boutique. My 17-year-old cats wouldn't tolerate clothing, but they might like something that's more up their alley, such as these comfy and fun items.

See the gallery for a random selection of Chien Vivant dog beds.

[Via Daily Kibble]

Gallery: Chien Vivant Couture Beds

Florence, $1,496La Rochelle, $1,496Jole, $1,589Napolione, $1,659Nice, $1,659

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The harsh realities of life in the Middle East has left Israelis with a reputation for no nonsense, but as one of the world's busiest economies, some exceptions were bound to pop up. Take this report, for example, of an Israeli woman who insisted her dog had to fly with her. In business class. And she paid a whopping $32,000 to make it happen.

According to reports, the 60-year-old woman identified as Rivkah (a not uncommon Israeli name) rented out the entire business class section of an El Al jet flying just four hours from Paris to Tel Aviv just for herself, her dog and a veterinarian. The process involved removing several seats to make room for the giant cage, but for Rivkah, who identifies with her dog - a boxer named Orchuk - as a child and not a pet, the cargo hold was not an option, and cost was no object.

[Source: Telegraph]

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Last season J.C. Penney built one of their major ad campaigns on exhorting men to do what they could to stay out of the dog house. But if you are one of Paris Hilton's many pets the dog house is the place to be. Hilton recently shared photos of her new designer doghouse on Twitter. Paris's pinkified pet playhouse has two floors. Downstairs there is a living room and upstairs there is a bedroom and a closet to stash the many outfits she has purchased for her small pets. Hilton's dogs, which bear names like Tinkerbell, Marilyn Monroe, Prince Baby Bear, Harajuku, Dolce and Prada, will feel right at home because the mini-mansion, outfitted by interior decorator Faye Resnick was designed to resemble Hilton's own home in all its pink majesty and includes miniature Philippe Starck furniture, heat, air conditioning and even a black crystal chandelier and black ceiling moldings. At a price of $325,000, as Perez Hilton points out, such extavagance might not sit well with the many people in the U.S. struggling to hold on to their homes. But then again, would we expect anything less of Paris Hilton?

Gallery: Pet Bling

I Love Dogs DiamondsGothic DogRalph Lauren Alligator Dog CollarLeader of the PackMeche Animal Charms

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Designer Hanging Pet FeedersCats and dogs enjoy their food more, and have better digestion, when feeders are raised off the floor. Seattle-based These Creatures makes attractive, sturdy feeders that will make your pets more comfortable as well as look better than old bowls on the floor. You position the feeders by hanging them on the wall, thus customizing the height for your pet. The bowls are stainless steel and the feeders are 12 gauge, powder-coated steel.

The feeders are available in 45 breed-specific images for dogs, and in 3 picture designs for cats (not breed-specific, but more generic: cat w/bird, cat sitting, and squirrel). There are five color choices: limesicle, coral, pearl, parakeet, and charcoal. The feeders come in two sizes for cats, XS ($155) and S ($175). For dogs, the the size offered corresponds to the breed's size, so, a miniature Daschund style would be small, for $155, while the German Shepherd style would be larger, for $175, the Whippet style is $195, and the Labrador style is $235. You get the idea.

N.B. to the the company, however: I'm happy you have a style for the German Shepherd, but note the spelling: It's not Shepard.

Check out a few styles I selected at random in the gallery below.

Gallery: Designer Hanging Pet Feeders

LuxistDesigner Hanging Pet Feeders originally appeared on Luxist on Tue, 28 Jul 2009 15:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Pet Airways Takes to the SkiesYou know how awful your luggage sometimes looks after being batted around in a plane's cargo area. As a responsible pet owner, why would you put your pet through that? Not to worry -- Pet Airways has launched and is ready to help your pet travel safely and comfortably in the main cabin. Just launched this month, inaugural cities are New York, Washington, D.C., Chicago, Denver, and Los Angeles. You needn't (and in fact, can't) fly with your pet. He or she flies with other "pawsengers," all safely ensconced in appropriately-sized Pet Airways-provided carriers and cared for by attendants on one of Pet Airways' five planes. Here's how it works. Fares right now range from $149 - $299; info can be found here.

You may need to do just a bit extra, though -- the airline flies out of smaller, regional airports right now, so an extra trip may be in order for you to drop off your pet, and the Pet Airways flight takes longer than a standard flight due to stops along the way. MSN did a good piece that offers more details.

As a pet owner, I offer my thought that traveling sans the pet and then picking him or her at the airport makes for a happier trip for all.

LuxistPet Airways Takes to the Skies originally appeared on Luxist on Sat, 18 Jul 2009 20:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Nobody likes a smelly dog in the summertime (or anytime for that matter). For your pooch freshening needs, Pepper & Tanky offers relief. This new brand of dog perfume uses natural oils and less alcohol so as not to irritate sensitive skin. The brand creators recommend that you spray Pepper & Tanky eau du parfum onto your hand or washcloth and gently massage or pet your dog. The scent should be applied after bath and can last several days. Today we are giving away a two-ounce bottle of Vanilla Woof, a chypre floral fragrance, with fruity hints and sweet vanilla. To enter the contest leave a note telling us about your dog.

Some other important details:

* To enter, leave a confirmed comment below.
* The comment must be left and confirmed before Friday, June 12, 2009 at 5:00PM Eastern Time.
* You may only enter once.
* One winner will be selected in a random drawing.
* One winner will receive the Pepper & Tanky Vanilla Woof dog perfume valued at $44.
* Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia.

See complete contest rules here.

This contest is closed. Thank you for your participation.

LuxistWin A Bottle Of Pepper & Tanky Dog Perfume originally appeared on Luxist on Mon, 08 Jun 2009 10:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Expensive and opulent pet accessories abound for those who wish to spoil their furry friends including where they rest their fluffy heads at night. The Dog Pod by designer Glenn Ross is no exception offering contemporary design with a comfort and utility. Constructed from bent ply wood which curves in a "C" shape holding a removable and washable faux fur pad, the Pod surrounds your pooch and comforts it into sweet slumber. Size wise I'm not sure if they only accommodate lap dogs or big beasts but I appreciate the sleek design which will easily blend into any home's surroundings. Choose from a variety of finishes including maple, cherry, wenge, and bamboo or aluminum for an extra $100 on top of the $730 price tag.

LuxistThe Dog Pod originally appeared on Luxist on Sat, 30 May 2009 16:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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A dog perfume you might want to spray on yourself? Pepper & Tanky is a collection of fine French, animal cruelty-free eau du parfum for dogs that use natural oils and less alcohol so as not to irritate sensitive skin. It comes in a couple of sweet scents Vanilla Woof and Peaches n' Cream as well as a pair that are more complex. Puppy Love is a bergamot-amber-jasmine blend and Big Dawg is a less floral combination of bergamot, neroli, lavender and musk. Pepper & Tanky is at upscale boutiques, pet-friendly hotels and pet spas and sells online for $44 for a two-ounce bottle.

LuxistPepper & Tanky Dog Perfume originally appeared on Luxist on Sun, 24 May 2009 19:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Your dog doesn't have to go to a dog hotel like Chateau Poochie (shown above) to get the luxury treatment. Knowing how attached many of us are to our pets, these days many hotels are luring customers by offering treats for your furry friends. Dog massages, special dog menus and even a pet psychic are just some of the amenities on offer. Check out the complete gallery at Lemondrop.

LuxistLuxury Hotels Offer Amenities For Pampered Pets originally appeared on Luxist on Tue, 12 May 2009 23:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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There just seems to be something wrong about a fur coat for a dog, an animal that nature has already provided with a coat of its own. But for small dog without a thick winter coat of its own there is the chinchilla fur coat from Tails and Company. There are plenty of fake fur dog coats on the market but this coat is real chinchilla with a price tag that might be higher than what it cost to buy your purebred pup, $1,700. As the description on the website says, "or the person who has it all, we are sure that you don't have this." But is there something fundamentally hypocritical about draping an animal in another animal?

[Thanks, Angie!]

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LuxistShould Dogs Wear Fur? originally appeared on Luxist on Sun, 10 May 2009 18:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Traveling across the country with your pet has often left owners with only less than appealing options. Either stow Fido in the cargo hold of a plane or drive across the country with Fifi in a carrier. Finally, pet travel has a first class option with Pet Airways. Your precious animal can stay in the main cabin of a pet-only airline, without their owners, for just $149 and up! Fly them from coast-to-coast through the chosen inaugural cities of New York, Washington DC/Baltimore, Chicago, Denver and Los Angeles. Simply drop your pet at the airport Pet Lounge, where they will be cared for up to 72 hours in advance of the flight, track your pet's progress through Pet Airways' online system, and pick up your furry friend at the destination's Pet Lounge.This innovative airline will launch July 2009.

[via The Informed Traveler]

LuxistPet Airways - World's First Pet Only Airline originally appeared on Luxist on Wed, 29 Apr 2009 20:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Your dog is an integral part of the family, there's no doubt about that, so it's no wonder people are always looking for new and fun ways to treat their pets to some luxury and show off their little personalities. The Weizhi Pet Collection features collars and leads for dogs of exotic skins like snake, ostrich, and crocodile along with accents of pure silver and jeweled hardware. Weizhi was founded by designer Zhoucheng Shi and is based in Japan, with offices in Los Angeles. $3000

Gallery: Weizhi Pet Collection

LuxistThe Weizhi Pet Collection originally appeared on Luxist on Sun, 26 Apr 2009 15:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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I'm always on the lookout for interesting, functional products that (I hope) my cats will like and that won't make my home look junky. I recently found these cool corrugated cardboard cat scratchers at Design Public. Created primarily with recycled materials and with water-based glue, the scratchers/loungers are non-toxic and 100% recyclable. Several are from Elizabeth Paige Smith, others are from Marmalade Pet Care. See the gallery for the different styles and prices (from $35 - $320).

Gallery: Attractive, High-End Cardboard Cat Scratchers

Elizabeth Paige Smith CouchetteMarmalade Pet Care Cheeky Chaise Cat BedElizabeth Paige Smith KittypodMarmalade Pet Care Wall Flower ScratcherElizabeth Paige Smith Prrrounge Chaise lounge

LuxistAttractive, High-End, Cardboard Cat Scratchers? Yes! originally appeared on Luxist on Sat, 11 Apr 2009 15:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Here's a classy and simple cat condo by Purrplex that looks nice and should keep your cat happy too. It's like a 1-BR home for your feline friend -- bathroom, bedroom, dining room and pantry, all in one. Constructed of high-density plastic laminate on high-density 3/4" particle board, Purrplex's surface is countertop grade laminate that withstands moisture. Cats enter through two ports in the left side. The lower leads to the sleeping area, the upper to the litter box area and then another jump up to the dining area. The pantry has one adjustable shelf. Comes in Wilsonart Antique White, Black or Wild Cherry. Dimensions: 30.75" W x 22" D x 34.5" H. $314.95; also available -- different cushions ($19.95). Free shipping!

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LuxistPurrplex Cat Condo originally appeared on Luxist on Sun, 29 Mar 2009 14:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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For pampered pets in modern homes there is this luxury pet bed. The Urban Dreams bed from UDX Designs is made of curved birch wood accented with a stainless steel plate. It sells for $845 in the large size when stained dark brown or $805 plain. For truly fancy pets you thrown in a faux fur throw for $145. The company also sells pillow feather beds and luxurious little fabric catnip pillows for fancy felines.

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LuxistUrban Dreams Pet Bed originally appeared on Luxist on Sat, 21 Mar 2009 10:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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