Category: Dining
Modernist pet feeders
If you're a fanatic over hip design mavens like Alessi, Starck and Graves, then chances are you're going to drool over this modernist twist on pet feeders. The Yoga Bowl by Italian designer, Emanuele Bianchi, looks more like a sci-fi alien than a doggie bowl...in a good way. We're all a-buzz over its against-the-grain, contemporary design--who knew a dog bowl could be a conversation piece? Made of tough molded polypropylene, it boasts a raised ergonomic design, non-skid rubber feet, 6 groovy colors and 3 sizes. You can also purchase the optional ceramic Tulip bowl if you prefer dishwasher clean-up. Your pup's mealtime just turned into cooltime.
[From $11, petego.com]
Luxury natural stone feeders
When you think of pet feeders, museum-quality art doesn't usually come to mind, until now. Kevy K. Designs' natural stone feeders could sit next to Michelangelo's "David" statue and not be out of place. These one-of-a-kind feeders are hand-carved and polished from uber-materials like Red Travertine, Honey Onyx and Carrara marble. We love how each stone feeder is like a custom work of art with its own unique characteristics--no two are alike--so your pup-royale gets to dine haute couture style. They're available in four sizes and heights touted to provide better digestion for small to large-breed dogs, and come with a removable, satin-finished stainless bowl that's dishwasher safe and easy to clean. And each feeder is sealed with a USDA food-safe sealer. Your dogs will be dining and sipping in the lap of luxury (possibly with their pinkies pointing out!).
[From $160, kevyk.com]
Cast iron wall mounted pet feeder
From Chow Hounds, a most awesome place to shop for pet feeders of all shapes and sizes, check out the "Jester" Cast Iron Wall Mounted Pet Feeder. This hand-painted cast iron steel scroll design wall mount with two stainless steel bowls is sure to add some chic to any pupster dining enclave. We love elevated feeders as they can be hung at the exact perfect height for your dog providing ultimate comfort and an ergonomically beneficial experience. And bonus: elevated feeders make clean-up a snap! Available in black or white non-toxic gloss finish, and made with pride in the USA. All set? Just allow one to two weeks for deliv and you're good to go...
[$99.99, Chow-hounds.com]
It's a Girl doggie treats
At a loss for what to get your newest puppy or your newest dog-parent friend? Or even your newest person parent who has a doggie already part of your family? The options, really, they're endless! And whatever they may be, you're totally in luck because here's some awesome "It's A Girl" Peanut Butter Dog Treats. From Pooch Smooch, fine purveyors of naturally good for your dog treats, these tasty and healthy treats come five to a bag and feature all things girly and puppy: a princess crown, a purse, a teddy bear, a heart, and of course, a pup. What better way to show your new puppy you care? Or to show your older puppy that you will always will?
[$11.99, Poochsmoochtreats.com]
Orange portable pet bowl
We love (love, love) orange almost as much as we love (love, love, love) pink (!) so we're totally into Island Dog Gear's Juicy Bowl-To-Go. This made-of-awesome water-proof, stain-resistant portable dog bowl features reinforced stitching with added high strength trim for durability and a handy hook so you can attach it to your backpack. It folds on up so it's perfect to pack up for your next picnic in the park, your next trip to the beach in summertime, or even your next adventure trip, or at least your next hike. Very useful, way cool. And wait, if you squint at it in just the right way, it kind of looks like there's some pink in it too? But either way, we think you should check it out...
[$12.99, Islanddoggear.com]
Artisan truffles for pampered puppies
Many a time have we had to tell our sad-faced pampered pup the dreaded words, "no chocolate for doggies." Well...not anymore! We're so excited to introduce Petit Four Legs Artisan Truffles. These ever-so-chocolate-like treats for dogs are the result of years of experience with making truffles for humans. And the best part is the treats are doggie safe as they're made from carob. Also, they're bite-size makes them just perfect for smaller dogs who can sometimes have some troubles wrangling a bigger-sized treat. We love that these treats come in pretty gift boxes of nine treats all wrapped up in a bow, making them not only a tasty treat but also a charming gift.
[$14, Petitfourlegs.com]
Dogbol dining bowl
Hey, check out Dogbol! We're totally into the sleek and modern feel of this dinnertime accoutrement with so many super cool features. It's transparent, made from 100% polycarbonate, is extremely durable, stain and order resistant, dishwasher safe, and DEHP free just for starters. Complete with rubber feet to prevent sliding (a feature we really get into) these bowls are available in grey, pink (!), blue, green, and clear so they will fit with any dog's fave colors and style. They'll never rust or oxidize and best part: matching mats are available to make the dining area even more beautiful while making mealtime clean-up a snap for you. We love!
Bowls hold up to 2 cups of food or water.
[$14, Petprojekt.com]
Poodle dinner bowl
Calling all poodles! And, come to think of it, calling all poodle wanna-bes, too. Come check out Hamish McBeth's Poodle Bowl. Ths 22cm diameter sturdy and durable plastic bowl comes in pretty blue, red or (yes, our favorite, of course) pink, and each comes adorned with an especially charming poodle ornament. And for the more zealous diners, um, you know who you are, the poodle bowl has got a skid free base, so this stylish dinner bowl will actually stay in one place during mealtime. Modern, stylish, chic. In fact, we think that poodle decoration is so cute, we can't imagine any poodles sidling up to dinner without one. And we love the reasonable price.
[$19.24, Hamishmcbeth.com]
Water dispenser for pets
Got a thirsty dog? Concerned about providing your pup with the best, including safe and healthy, cool, clean water? Have we got something for you! At last, the HduO Water Dispenser for people and puppies alike, a water dispenser that is truly for the entire fam. In addition to a water dispenser at "people level," this model features a motion activated sensor that automatically fills an integrated pet bowl with the same fresh, cool, clean water you're drinking. Your dog stays hydrated, included in any water-cooler gossip, and you don't have to worry at all about filling up water bowls. Fill-level sensor prevents overflows and the bowl removes for easy cleaning. And it's Energy Star approved. Awesome.
[$269, Inthecompanyofdogs.com]
Crystal paw prints pet bowl
Some doggies are the rough and tumble "give me my dinner in a plastic dish that I will then proceed to nose all the way across the kitchen floor as I eat" types. You know who you are, and we're totally cool with that. But then some pups are of a more, shall we say, refined nature, and today we've got something just for you. Bogati and Company, makers of fine European crystal, have added pet bowls to their line. The Paw Prints Pet Bowl is a tasteful and elegant dining option for the most cultivated of canines. We love the thoughtful details including a star imprint at the bottom of the bowl, along with paw prints along the sides. Made from hand blown polish crystal, the large-sized bowls measure 5 1/2 x 2 3/4 inches and the small bowl clocks in at 4 3/4 x 2 1/2 inches. So pretty.
[$59-79, Esells.com]
Diner dog placemat
Check it. Whether your dog eats sur la table with the fam (no joke, it totally happens) or closer to ground level with the rest of the gang, surely he is in need of his own proper place setting. Or her own proper place setting as the case may be. These fetching Diner Dog Placemats will allow your pup to experience an authentic roadside diner lunch counter feel while also protecting your floors, or tables, and making post-mealtime clean up a snap. These 8 x 12 inch place mats have style to spare, they're made of foam rubber, and are available in either "Lucky Diner" red and "Doggie Diner" blue. We love. And while you're checking these, check out the matchy dishes, too...
[$6.50, Puremodern.com]
Expandable and collapsible dog bowls
Pop goes the dog bowl? Totally. We've flipped for Popware for Pets' expandable / collapsible pet bowls. And really, not just because they're hot pink. (But of course we're really into the fact that they're hot pink.) These bowls are not only super stylish and very pretty to look at, they're also perfect for pet travel and storage at home as they collapse down to less than .75 inches in thickness. As great for a pup on-the-go as they are a terrific remedy for any cluttered cabinets you may have at home. These bowls are available in three sizes and so easy to clean -they're dishwasher safe, so just collapse them down and slide them in with your next load. Oh, and just fyi, they're available in turquoise, too. We're stashing a few in our dog tote for our next picnic in the park.
[Where to buy, Popwareforpets.com]
Doggy biscotti!
Spring is in the air! And even though sometimes pumpkins put you and your dog in mind of fall and Halloween, we've found some pumpkins that are perfect for spring. Check out K9 Confections' Spring Pumpkin Biscotti Dog Treats. These all-natural dog treats are handmade from pure delicious pumpkins and beautifully hand-decorated with tasty swaths of pastel doggy icing. Full of flavor and terrific to look at, these treats are a great idea for any sort of party at which pups are present. And really, is it a party if pups aren't present? Even if there's no party, these treats will add some pretty and some tasty to your every day. Doggy biscotti, we like the way that sounds.
[$8.99 - $16.99, K9confections.com]
Chic, stylish doggy dining set
Dinnertime! And if you've got a pampered pup, that means dinnertime in style. For a chic, modern, and streamlined dining experience, we're wild over Ree-Yong's Copenhagen Dinner Set. The sturdy faux leather base features two holes into which two impervious and generously-sized ceramic bowls sungly fit, withstanding even the most robust diner. Available in sizes perfect for small, medium and large dogs, it's the ultimate in glamorous dog dining. Ree-Yong spent over a year researching materials, developing designs, and developing proto-types before launching her first pet furniture collection. We definitely think all that hard work paid off. And even better, Ree-Yong donates five percent of all her profits to Hong Kong dog rescue.
[$699HK, Reeyong.com]
Comfort food treats for dogs
With this economy, these days it's ALL about comfort food for us. And that goes for the dogs, too! We think that Doggielicious Mini Bones are all that and then some. These all-natural gourmet dog treats come in tasty spirit-soothing flavors like Peanut Butter and Jelly, Pumpkin, Pina Colada, Vanilla, Carob & Vanilla, and our personal fave, Peanut Butter (without the jelly). The adorably fetching mini bone shape makes these treats just as pleasing to your eye as they are to your doggie's palate. Now the next time the news sends you to the pantry, you can share some comfort with your canine, too.
[$7, Doggielicious.com]
