#ThursdayBling: Bon Ton Luxury Nano

Let's be honest, there's nothing fun about picking up after your pup. However, at least this week's #ThursdayBling, the Bon Ton Luxury Nano baggy holder, makes this everyday activity a little bit more glamorous.

Not enough bling? Then stick these silver heart baggies inside for extra stylish, er... scooping.

 The Bon Ton Luxury Nano is available for $25.95 from The New York Dog Shop.  

Refills retail for $5.95.

Balloon Animal Bookend

Balloon animals always kind of made me sad when I was a kid because at some point they would start to deflate and we'd have to put them down. 

NOW you don't have to ditch your balloon buddy! Keep things orderly with this adorable No Fair Bookend available from ModCloth. 

Choose from orange (currently out of stock) or purple. $39.99 each from ModCloth.

What's in a Barkista's bag?

Any good Barkista never leaves home unprepared. We recently took a look at what's in Paddington's travel bag, and here are the must-haves we found:

1. Stella & Chewy Carnivore Kisses:The re-sealable container makes these the perfect on-the-go bribes. (WagginTails.com, $9.99)

2.  Everlasting Treat Ball: A never-ending distraction to provide entertainment during any unforeseen travel delays. (Amazon.com, $11.99 for small)

3. Aqua Pure Breed Bottled Water: Check out review of this portable water here.

4. Flossies: Sure, they don't smell the nicest, but if you've ever given your dog one of these treats, you know that nothing gets their attention immediately like a flossie. We keep ours in a ziplock back to contain any unwanted odors. (Amazon.com, $15.50 for a pack of 5)

5. Earthbath Paw Wipes: In the city, you never know what your pup's going to pick up the street. These wipes are perfect for getting rid of any unwanted grossness. (Petco, $7.19)

6. Arabella & Fern Super Cudgie: The ultimate snuggle blanket, we love the Super Cudgie not only because it's so soft, but it's super light. Check out our review here. (Arabella & Fern, $46)


What are your doggy tote bag musts?

Pawgua To Go

Our friends at Pawgua are launching an awesome new product for summer and we are sooo obsessed. 

If you remember, we checked out their bottled water last year during our Summer Hydration series. Now, they've teamed up with Eastman Tritan to make a reusable 20oz water bowl for on the go sipping. Dishwasher safe, and constructed from FDA-approved food grade polypropylene, each dish features a handle that can be clipped onto a bag with a carabineer.

Available for pre-order in a variety of colors (our face is the pink, obviously…), reserve yours now on their website. 

The price is currently $15, and when we think about all the dough we forked over for some of last summer's water container failures, we think it's very reasonable!

Crate & Barrel Green Paws Dog Bed

If you didn't know already, Crate and Barrel has introduced a line of pet products. These modern, chic pieces are stylish and moderately priced for the Barkista on a budget. We love one of the latest additions to their line-- this grey chambray square bed features green embroidered paw prints and comes in small or large. The cover is removable and machine washable (yay). 

Priced at $39.95, this item is available in limited quantities on Crate & Barrel's website. While you're there, check out the matching travel bed which is on sale.

FouFou Dog Spring Tees

Even though Paddy typically prefers to not to accessorize when the weather gets warm, we can't help but love the barkworthy spring t-shirts from designer FouFou Dog. These ruffled tanks featured painted pearls (a preppy dog MUST) and a cute little bow in a contrasting color.

Available in pink or yellow from Bloomingtails Dog Boutique, starting at $28.99.

#ThursdayBling: Legally Blonde Bling

This week's #ThursdayBling is definitely red carpet ready.

Designed for The Diva Dog by Dorothy Bauer, this Legally Blonde Swarovski number features three strands of crystals and is custom-made to order. Choose from 23k gold plate or silver, and a variety of colored stones (our fave is the combo pictured left).

Available from The Diva Dog for $79.95.

Pecan Puppies Collars

Here at Barkzilla, we LOVE seersucker and polka dots! 

We stumbled upon Pecan Pie Puppies' Etsy page last year, but it didn't seem appropriate to blog about seersucker and flowers in the middle of winter... 

The company was founded in 2008 to help finance their rescue dog work (yay, shopping for a good cause!), and each collar is made by hand. Better yet, if there's a size that won't fit your pup, they'll create a custom number for you. 

Here are our favorites for summer:

1. Pink Carnation Seersucker, $24
2. Blue Hydrangea and Dots, $24
3. Pink Picnic Hydrangea, $24
4. Cherry Blossom Seersucker, $24

Make sure to check out their Etsy page for even more collar flower/pattern combinations and their blog. 

Hotels for Dogs

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Flicking through the NY Times online this AM, we stumbled upon this article about airport pet hotels. DVD players, pool time, massages, room service... Not going to lie, we're kind of intrigued. We've always been fortunate enough to have "grandparents" close by to babysit, so we've never had to investigate other options, but they don't sound bad!

Have your pets ever stayed at a "luxury" pet hotel? What do you do with them if you have to travel?

Oh, and that bone shaped dog pool? Uh-amazing. Paddy is totally imagining sitting by the pool sipping a doggy margarita....

Ping Pong Balls?

So this past weekend, our neighbors threw a "rager" on their terrace which connects to ours. Long story short, much to Paddy's delight, we woke up to a sea of ping pong balls all over our patio....

Though we're not fans of letting her play with toys that are not designed for dogs (for safety reasons, obviously), no joke-- ping pong balls are her new favorite toy. EVER.

Oddly enough, our avid little destroyer hasn't tried to chew on any of the balls (if she had, we would have removed them)-- instead, push it around the room with her nose. Because of their lightweight construction, not only do they bounce but they move pretty quickly on our wood floors, without creating a huge racket (unlike our neighbors….).

Ping pong balls are definitely not for medium/larger dogs that could swallow the balls accidentally, or those that like to "eat" their toys. However, we're going to pick up a few more in bright colors for the Morkie-- they won't break the bank, and they're perfect for supervised play. Is your dog a fan?

Science Diet Million Pound Pledge NYC Event 5/6

Alison Sweeney is helping pets slim down for summer! The host of the Biggest Loser, and Hills' Pet Nutrition are kicking off their Hills' Science Diet Million Pound Pledge on May 6th in New York City. Their mission is to help the 54% of chubby pets in the US lose a million pounds via exercise and an improved diet.

Alison and team will be celebrating the start of their Million Pound Challenge in Union Square at 14th Street at 11:00 AM on Friday. In addition to spreading the word about the battle against pet obesity, there will be free pet weigh-ins, Q+A's with Hills' vets, and Science Diet coupons (which will be redeemable at all PetSmart locations-- including the one near Union Square).

Though we've never had to worry about Paddy's weight, we applaud this educational movement. After all, until dogs evolve opposable thumbs, us two-legged folks are responsible for helping them make healthy food choices!

Bark for Life!

The American Cancer Society is joining forces with dog lovers on May 1st to help raise awareness and support for the fight against cancer. Join them with your pup at Riverside Park at West 108th Street from 9 AM -1 PM for a day of fun, starting off with the walk followed by contests, games and demonstrations. 

To find out more, visit: http://www.relayforlife.org/nycbark

It's not too late to register or start your own team-- and if you can't make it, consider making a donation to this very bark-worthy cause!

Best Friend's World Hundehütten

Each house is handcrafted and built to withstand the test of time on your lawn.

If you've been stopping by Barkzilla for the last couple of weeks, you may have noticed we've been on a little bit of a real estate kick. Though we don't have a yard (or the space), a girl and her super indulged dog can dream, right? During our search for the perfect house, we stumbled upon the German Best Friend's World. Luckily for us, they also have an English version of their website... 

 

While we were immediately drawn to the little red country-styled Lönneberga, we did love the Hundehütte Cubix's modern take on the traditional dog house. 

Sure, they're expensive (the small versions of each house range from 1900-2700 euros). But if you're going to be shelling out several grand for your doggy mansion, what's a few extra bucks for shipping?

Doggy Turtle Backpack

 

... Because what dog doesn't need a backpack?

... Because these are so cute they will make you go "aww" out loud?

...Because is it fair for you to have to haul your dog's stuff around all the time?

...Because what is more adorable than a little dog with its own backpack?

Available in pink or green from UpscalePup for $18.99.

Sniff Dog Candles

As most people know, doggy noses are a lot more sensitive than human snouts. And while you may love that perfume or scented candle, your pup may not. Based in New York City, the company Sniff has created a line of fragranced candles with your dog in mind. Featuring natural essences to promote a canine's "optimum health and well-being," pick from five different scents including:

• Day in the Hamptons: This invigorating concoction of rosemary, black pepper vine, finished with the freshness of spearmint and basil essential oils will take you and your pooch to sunny summer days! 
•  Fart & Away: This Intense fragrance combination was developed not only to deodorize, but to actually ease the cause of your dog’s unpleasant condition. This mix of floral ylang ylang, tuberose, white tea, myrtle & fennel will take care of it all! 
• Field of Dreams: Based on lavender known to ease stress, this blend is softened by the sweetness of amber mixed with some earthy notes of vetyver anchored with rich sandalwood. A special scent to help your friend relax, drift off and dream. 
• Splendor in the Grass: Specifically formulated for the city-dweller, or any pet with limited park time. The smell of a fresh-cut lawn, hints of hay, an earthy blend of tomato leaves with undernotes of cedarwood tree is sure to bring the outdoors inside. 
• Friends to the Rescue: Offensive to your pet’s pests, this mixture of lemongrass, eucalyptus and grapefruit held together by geranium, cyprus and ginger with a finish of mangosteen will keep the little critters at bay.

Available for $28 each directly from Sniff's website or as a set of 5 for $138; a portion of sales are donated to animal rescue groups that work with NYC's Animal Care and Control department. While we can't vouch that your dog will love any of the scents-- you have to admit, they all sound pretty good!