Everyone knows that cats love boxes (see below) but who wants to keep an unsightly old box around just for the sake of their cat’s enjoyment (again, see below). Hey I’m no grouch but they can be ugly! With that in mind, give your cats their own space with Loyal Luxe’s Canadian Cabin for Fluffy Critters, a modern take on the classic “used box your cat sits in and refuses to get up from.”

Fun design can be found all around us in the most common of items. These dog poop bags add bit of humor to your daily chore - although style comes at a price at roughly $1 a bag.

Dog owners in China have taken doggie makeovers to the next level. Perhaps a new trend that will catch on? WHO doesn’t want a cute, cuddly panda begging to be loved all day?!  or a vicious lil tiger to guard your home?!  =)
[seen via Daily Mail Online via Chelsea Lately]

We just added a great new selection of dog collars from Elmo’s Closet - all lovingly handcrafted here in the USA using the highest quality materials such as high-tensile strength inner webbing and heavy duty buckle and slide. The soft cotton fabric keeps your pets fur from matting, is easy to clean and maintain, and available in multiple styles and sizes to match any dog! See them here. (Tacky leprechaun design pictured below not available)

I came across this sleek, contemporary aquarium during my visit to a local pet store while in hopes of purchasing some sort of pet for amusement.  The Fluval EDGE aquarium is a self-contained unit with hidden filtration, halogen lighting, and 3D viewing from every angle to boot!  At 6 gallons, the aquarium is available in pewter, black, and burnt orange - definite to be an eye catcher in any modern design.  I did leave empty handed this time around, I suppose PJ can keep me amused for now =)

Thumbs up?  No pet owner should be that embarrassed with their dog’s booty
Available at Etsy.com…
”Rear Gear comes in many designs including a disco ball, air freshener, heart, flower, biohazard, smiley face, number one ribbon, cupcake, sheriff’s badge, dice, and you can even make yours custom, so there’s a Rear Gear for everyone.”

Maching shirt? [via CafePress]

We found a lot of great pet products over the past few days in NY (more on those later) but my favorite one has to be the ModKat Litter Box. While it may not be the first “top-entry” litter box created, it’s definitely the most stylish.





With the perforated top, the leftover litter can fall back inside - easily the biggest annoyance with traditional litter boxes. The lid simply swings open for cleaning.



Although I have to confess, I may attempt to make one myself with a rubbermaid container and exacto knife later tonight..

Recently in Austin, TX - the annual Barkitecture silent auction generated some of the best designs yet.  For those who aren’t familiar with the event, it’s an awesome silent auction where local architects build and contribute one of a kind dog houses—auction them, and the proceeds all go to animal shelters.  Some of my favorites from this year (in which we bid on --- and lost repeatedly!) are below:

Owning a pet does not have to compromise any of your contemporary style - Pure Modern offers a variety of unique, functional animal homes that not only cater to your favorite dog or cat, but actually add a stylish dimension to any room of the house. Our newest product, the Cat Quarters serves as a feeding station, litter box storage, scratching post and padded seat all in one.



Or take a look at the ZenHaus Animal Home - large enough to hide away a cat’s litter box or serve as a dog house for any size pet. The ZenHaus is available in 2 sizes and 4 colors, and with a frosted glass top and sleek fiberglass exterior, this animal home is sure to integrate seamlessly into any modern space.

Ever wonder what your DNA blueprint looks like?  Get yours now at DNA 11!  You can even do Pet Portraits for those animal lovers!

Via DNA 11:
DNA 11 pioneered the application of genetic science in the creation of truly personalized unique custom art. We’re really proud of that fact. In addition to our DNA art We continue to lead the way with innovative new products like our Fingerprint Portraits, KISS Portraits and our latest creation, the NEW! DNA Mini Portrait.

We empower you to create art that has a deep personal meaning to you. In fact, you are as much a part of the process as we are. You choose the size and style of your art piece and now you can even choose your own color scheme from over a million possible color combinations. To finish off your perfect art piece, you can also select from a variety of high quality frames.

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New Toys & Goodies for the spoiled dog in the family! Fab Dog toys & placemats available.

Shown:  Subway Map Placemant

Find out what’s IN and what’s OUT in the doggie world.  Also, don’t forget Pet Fashion Week in NY this weekend!  Visit “The Original Snobby Dog Blog” PupStyle.com for more info.

If you live in Chicago and like to envelop yourself in the modern lifestyle, then this IS the place!...For your pooch that is!  STAY is a large pet boarding facility, owned by Michael Heltzer, that has all the bells and whistles to ensure that your pooch is also rolling around in the chic lifestyle.  The state-of-the-art 30,000 sqf facility is located on Chicago’s north side along the banks of the Chicago river.  The facility is also climate controlled and has 24 on-site supervision so your dog will be in GOOD hands.  If you are still feeling uneasy about leaving your dog in a boarding facility while you’re away, why not check out the webcams to see what your dog is REALLY doing!  If your dog is also the athletic type and likes to run for miles, then the 12,000 sqf area of play space will suffice.  A 2,000 sqf fitness area with a swimming pool designed specifically for dogs is also in the facility; all dogs are fitted with life vests and receive a 1-on-1 workout with trained staff.  Can I play too!?  Other amenities include grooming and a retail boutique with custom functional accessory designs by Michael Heltzer.

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If you’re gonna be stylish, make sure your pooch is covered too!  Doggles has some cute stylish protective eyewear for your dog. The anti-fog, shatterproof lenses offer 100% UV protection from the sun and protection from wind, bugs and debris, but no protection from canines for those chewers out there.  Maybe your dog needs to be discreet to check out those other hot bitches (female doggies) while on the street; your pooch will be psyching out the other competition in no time. The glasses are securely worn with an adjustable head and chin strap with foam cushioned frames. They come in various styles (sunglasses or goggles) with different colored lenses.

An interesting concept to your standard everyday aquarium.  Spacearium has a unique hanging aquarium that you will want to base your home decor on this focal point. This beautiful design enables 360 degree vision to allow you to see the aquarium in all it’s glory regardless of viewing angle.  The aquarium is made of lightweight acrylic with no viewable reinforcements at the extremities; the remote filtration definitely makes a nice feature to hide all those unwated external aquarium accessories.  With a hefty price tag, this aquarium will pay itself off in beauty, joy, and many compliments.

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