DOGGIE

 “A young Thai jewelry designer has crafted a tiara worth $4.2 million for his pet dog, using precious stones given to him by his mother.

Riwin Jirapolsek, who showcased the tiara at a dog show in Bangkok recently, said he wanted to make something special for Kanune, his 15-year-old male Maltese.

He took almost two months to finish the piece, which is made from titanium encrusted with 250-carats of emeralds and diamonds.

Jirapolsek said he has no plans to sell the tiara, and now wants to create a jeweled hair clip for his beloved canine.

“I will make a hair clip next time, because my dog has to wear clips every day — otherwise its fur will block its view,” Jirapolsek told Reuters Television. “It may be decorated with jewels.”

Despite the global economic crisis cutting into people’s expenditures, the Bangkok dog show saw several canine lovers dressing up their pets in elaborate costumes and accessories and participating in events.” [msn]

In New York, pet owners, who are often considered a breed of their own, find themselves strolling to the tune of “Anything we can do, they can do better!” (of course when I say they, I am referring to their four legged friends)

Pet Airways, the first 100% dog friendly airline (sorry fellow fashionistas, you’re not allowed!), which caters to all the elite “pawsengers” who just couldn’t stand the thought of traveling…dare I say…CARGO. Offering an introductory price of $150 each way (pretty much the same cost as cargo travel on most airlines) Pet Airways, will have your pooch flying first class with uber posh amenities.  The journey starts with a Pet Lounge where you drop off your pampered pooch, and continues with potty breaks and a personal pet attendant who checks in on them every 15 minutes of the flight.

While all this sounds right up my fellow New York pet owners ally’s, I can’t help but wonder…Have our friendly skies gone to the dogs?

For more information on travel destinations and fares check out their website or call 1-888-PET-AIRWAYS.
-Lindsey

These days, I think its pretty safe to say that social networking is the new black. Whether you are a member of Myspace, Meetup.com, Linkedin, Facebook or all of the above. (lets not kid there are millions of you out there, myself included, who just cant seem to get enough of these sites!) Feel like your four legged best friend is missing from your network? No problem! Many of these sites have canine specific networking opportunities that give Fido endless possibilities to expand his ever growing buddy list of pooch pals.

One of the most extensive sites, “Dogbook,” was created by the geniuses’ of Facebook and allows your dog to  fill out a detailed profile, connect with old dog park pals and relatives, as well as arrange play dates at one of the many fabulous dog parks throughout the big apple.

Meetup.com is another great site for dog owners to join one of the many local breed centric groups that meet on a regular basis at dog parks throughout the city in all areas of Manhattan. Not seeing a group that suits your dogs needs? No Problem, Meetup.com makes it very easy for you to start your own!

-Lindsey

The month of April brings about mixed emotions as all New Yorkers are THRILLED that old man winter is on his way out and warmer days are ahead, but the showers that this part of year brings about can be a nightmare for fellow fashionistas. (can I get an Amen from my fellow curly haired friends?) Our pooches on the other had will be begging for the rain to come, as that means they get to strut their stuff in New York Cities finest doggie rainwear!

Wagwear in the East Village knows the importance of combining style and safety for our canines as they stroll down the block and feature a reflective all weather raincoat that retails for $98.00 – $125.00.

If your pup is anything like mine and refuses to go to the bathroom in the rain, check out the pet umbrella on the website Pet Squared.  This handy contraption retails for just $19.99 and will keep fido happy and dry in rainy day weather.

Or maybe your dog is looking for something a bit more classic and timeless when it comes to rainwear fashion.  If so Canine Styles, who has many locations around the city, has a classic raincoat slicker that comes in a variety of fun bright spring colors retails for $45.00 – $65.00

– Lindsey