From a towering cat condo to a decorative dog house, there is now more than ever a great variety of pet furniture and accessories. Even the most pampered pooch will adore a cozy enclosed velour dog home or perhaps she may prefer an open leather-soft lounging bed with matching blanket. And don’t forget to look at funky fur beds in a choice of pink, beige, leopard print or blue. Indoor and outdoor beds are available as well.
If your pooch loves the outdoors but finds it difficult to keep up to you on your bike, consider a basket in which he can ride, ears flapping in the breeze. As well, several models of doggie strollers or carriers are available.
For those aging animals who find hopping up on the sofa impossible, a set of designer steps, available in several colours and sizes, are an option, and there are even models for outside use. And your older dogs will appreciate special orthopaedic padding in a variety of beds, making it easier on their knees. Beds are available in all shapes and sizes, with long oval styles for those who like to sprawl out while slumbering, and other donut-shapes for the cuddlers who like to curl up in a ball. Choose a classic couch style that matches the furniture in your living room, making for a real conversation piece. For those pets who don’t care for a bed, there are plenty of comfy mats which can be placed directly on the floor or other furniture. For pooches who like to sleep on your furniture or bed, throws are available that trap the hair, looking like a fine blanket but acting like a tarp. For puppies not ready for a bed, serviceable crates will help keep them feel safe and cozy.
If you are a home office worker, allow your kitty to keep you company at your computer by purchasing a cat perch that fits over your monitor or on a nearby window ledge. Carpeted shelves can be wall mounted to feed her appetite for lofty heights from which to survey her kingdom. And cat beds have reached a new high in luxury too, with snugly fleece and all-round bolster design keeping her cuddled in warmth while she slumbers. Available in a variety of colours and fabrics, beds come with or without attached toys and accessories.
Be sure to include several cat teasers to stimulate activity and exercise as they attract felines into jumping and climbing. Remember that cat teasers are more than toys; as pet and owner play together they are also strengthening the bond between them. Always put the cat teaser out of sight when not being used as some attachments can be dangerous if pulled off and swallowed.
Pet lovers who have purchased beds, blankets, strollers, and condos will want to check out adorable wardrobe items to further show the high esteem in which they hold their animals. Adorable hoodies, dresses, tank tops and vests are available at pet stores everywhere in a variety of spring colours and styles as well as formal wear.
Your pet is a member of your family and will love the attention you lavish upon it. And you’ll have fun purchasing the items too. Take your dog or cat shopping today!
