Stuff We Love - Spring 2011
My new Fab Dog raincoat keeps me dry and stylish. Featuring a nylon shell, mesh lining, and
velcro closure, it’s super easy to put on. And when I’m not wearing it, it folds up into its own
convenient, built-in pocket!—Wirehaired Dachshund Penny ($32, fabdog.com)
I heart Oscar Newman products for pint-sized pups. Their latest, the Birthday Surprise Cake
toy is a plush cake container that holds four tiny toys that squeak and crinkle. Five toys in one!
That’s the birthday present that keeps on giving.—Karin ($55, oscarnewman.com)
Just when I thought I couldn’t love Ellen DeGeneres more, she goes ahead and designs a shirt
in support of animal rescue. Partial proceeds from the sale of this tee are donated to the HSUS;
time to laugh, dance, rescue!—Celine ($20, ellenshop.com)
On her Fleabag bed is where you’ll find my puppy lounging. Their beds are handmade in
California and each has a reversible, removable, and washable fabric cover. Tons of awesome
patterns to choose from!—Vanessa ($108, fleabagbed.com)
Found My Animal’s new jump rope with wooden handles has the same classic good looks as
their rope leashes for dogs and, like their dog gear, 25 percent of profit goes to support animal
rescue efforts.—Jennifer ($33, foundmyanimal.com)
I’m high in the sky with this whimsical art tile from animal artist Jay Schmetz. Made with
high heat, pressure, and dye sublimation ink, the tile can be framed, displayed or used as a
coaster. Up, up and away!—Maxine “Hot Air” Matishak ($13, schmetzpetz.net)
Sleepy Pod has designed the most comfy and efficient carrier for your dog. Bring your little
furry friend with you, from the car to the plane and anywhere in between, while keeping your
companion safe and relaxed.—Neo the four-legged traveler ($160, sleepypod.com/air)
The comfy Dog Gone Smart pet throw protects my car seats from the dirt and dampness
my intrepid canine, Penny, brings in after a romp at the beach. Its nanotechnology repels
liquids, dirt, and coat oils, keeping my new car looking and smelling new.—Connie ($99,
doggonesmartbed.com)
When things get stinky (as life with dogs inevitably does), sniff pet candles save the day.
Created to promote your dog’s well being, they have the added benefit of lending a lovely
fragrance to your home. Take “fart & away,” a mix of ylang ylang, tuberose, white tea, myrtle,
and fennel developed “not only to deodorize, but to actually ease the cause of your dog’s
unpleasant condition.” —Miniature Dachshund Esther ($28, sniffpetcandles.com)
With spring here, thoughts turn to activities like biking. How do you manage to keep both
hands on the handlebars and control your dog at the same time? The Springer allows you to
clip your dog to the bike in a way that won’t disrupt your balance. She can run freely and safely
beside the bike and you can steer.—Marian ($89, springeramerica.com)
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