Finding a Bed to Rest Her Head
Posted by Lizz on 01/16/2008
Categories: Pet Shop
This holiday season one of the items on our wishlist was a new bed for the girl. After a few accidents (shh, don’t tell her I told you she is a bed-wetter), and serious bone-burying into the old, round bed, it had nothing left to give. I really mean nothing! The old stuffed cedar-lined ball was in the trash long ago and it was replaced by several blankets. A most lumpy arrangement.
The new dog bed did not arrive as hoped this holiday, so the quest began for a suitable dog bed (a cuddler or nester-style bed) that would not break the bank.
Here are a few that you might like that we just could not afford:
Here are the more reasonable dog beds:
Here was the winner for us (cost: $30, from Target):
Can you tell if she likes it or not? She already broke it in! And by that, I mean she chewed a hole in the pillow.
Pet Shop: Pet Central
Posted by Lizz on 01/09/2008
Categories: Pet Shop
On a cozy block of 76th Street just off Broadway you can find a new pet supply called Pet Central. I am pleasantly surprised to find that they both carry the dog food I buy and they have the lowest price around! This isn’t to say that all of their prices are lowest on every item, but I can tell you that the service is nice and they have free delivery too (in their area). This Pet Central is the newest of their 5 locations in Manhattan (website currently under re-construction).
Can you imagine shopping in such a crowded store (see photo)? Well, if not, you are not looking for pet supplies in NYC! Pet Central is at 235 West 76th Street. Phone: 212-712-1707
Featured Friend: Kya’s Collars
Posted by Lizz on 04/09/2007
Categories: Featured Friends, Pet Shop
Kya’s Collars are fun and perfect for that beer connoisseur or playful dog you know and love. We met up with Heidi on the street in Soho and she says many of her customers are tourists. Maybe you have a local dog that would look great in one of her collars? Check out her online shop or find her booth on a warm day in Soho!
Brooklyn Industries Barks
Posted by Lizz on 04/02/2007
Categories: Pet Shop
Do you think Brooklyn Industries is dog friendly or what? They even have a Brooklyn shirt for dogs. Down with squirrels!
Gift Guides Gallore
Posted by Lizz on 12/12/2006
Categories: Pet Shop
In the midst of holiday shopping? Here are some links to pet-friendly holiday gift guides to help you find something snazzy.
In case you were wondering, our pooch really wants new Scurvy dog bowls, winter dog boots, and large rawhides to “bury” into her blankets!
The List:
NYCACC has both an EBay Store and a CafePress Shop
UnCommon Goods (a fun, NYC-based company!)
BQE Pet Shop (all proceeds benefit the animals at the BARC Shelter, so feel good about shopping at this local joint)
The Gift Guide for Cat-Loving Geeks (see last section of article)
New York Dog Sale
Posted by Lizz on 11/30/2006
Categories: Pet Shop
Visit New York Dog for a stylish sale on some of their doggie wearables, leashes, and more. The sale runs now through Saturday.
Perfect timing for gifting your friends with pets, or your pet’s friends.
Hours: Today-Friday: 8-8. Saturday: 10-6.
Address: 133 West 25th Street, Suite 9E. Btw. 6th and 7th Aves.
W Hotel Sale-Stuff for Dogs
Posted by Lizz on 11/30/2006
Categories: Pet Shop
There is a 20% off sale going on now on all home items at the W Hotels Store.
If your dog has had the pleasure of a W Hotel stay and you want him to relive that fun time, check out the For Your Pet section and shop away. Unrelated to the home sale is the deal on a tennis ball pack (8 tennis balls for $4.99). W Hotels knows how to keep you Labrador busy.
Pet Fashion: Trixie + Peanut
Posted by Lizz on 10/13/2006
Categories: Pet Shop
Trixie and Peanut know how to set up shop.
We visited this trendy spot for pet fashionistas recently and really enjoyed the selection of goodies for both cats and dogs.
If you aren’t able to make it to the store, they have a great website with an equally fun selection of items.
Our mission for shopping at T & P was to pick up a Mayor’s Woof Dog Hoodie.
100% of the proceeds of the Woof Hoodies support the transport van the Mayor’s Alliance uses to move homeless animals between shelters, rescues, adoption events, and veterinary appointments.
Although our pooch has never sported anything as funky as a woof hoodie before, we are sure she will wear it with pride as she shows her support for the Mayor’s Alliance.
Stop in and visit Peanut and Chili sometime. They love visitors!
23 East 20th Street
(between Broadway + Park Ave)
212-358-0881
Hours: Tues - Sat 11am - 8pm and
Sunday 12noon - 5pm.
Fabulous Cat Furniture
Posted by Lizz on 09/05/2006
Categories: Curious Cats, Pet Shop
We love design. We also love pets. Here are a few examples of where we can have fun with both:
The Claw, Nap, and Pounce by Unica Home are fun for a modern home.
Or a DIY Catpole, like this one shown on Apartment Therapy (made by Patricia). (See more designs from AT here.)
A German company, Cat Interiors, really knows how to show off your cat’s stylish side.
Here is an amazing custom Hollow Log Tree. We’re not sure if this cat tree would fit in any NYC apartment, but here’s to dreaming!
Pet Fashion: UrbanDog Sample Sale
Posted by Lizz on 08/18/2006
Categories: NYC Event, Pet Shop
Does your dog like to strut her fashionable stuff? If so, your in luck because Leslie from UrbanDog says they will have a sale on lots of designer doggie items on August 22nd:
BEDS * BOWLS * CLOTHES * LEADS / COLLARS * DOGS / CATS * VESTS / HARNESSES * SPA
URBANHUND * FORTHEDOGS * FATBOY * THAYER & RIDGE * FAIRYTAILCOUTURE * KENYAN COLLECTION * CANINI * URBANDOG SPA
The sale is by appointment only. Here is the contact info:
600 Washington St NY, NY 10014
Phone:212 677 5622
Email: ls@urbandogny.com
Happy fashion hunting! (More on fashion to come as we check out the Pet Fashion Week this Sunday.)