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Valerie Leonard: Classic Pet Portraits
(09 October 2009) - Far from simply photoshopping an animal head on a human body, the pet portraits of Valerie Leonard reflect a level of care and personality that's peerless in the field. Inspired by the Old Masters, as well as film and family portraits, her images balance a level of whimsy with a stateliness befitting their regal subjects. Based in Connecticut, the artist devotes days to each...
(09 October 2009) - Far from simply photoshopping an animal head on a human body, the pet portraits of Valerie Leonard reflect a level of care and personality that's peerless in the field. Inspired by the Old Masters, as well as film and family portraits, her images balance a level of whimsy with a stateliness befitting their regal subjects. Based in Connecticut, the artist devotes days to each...
GSelect Refined Goods Online Store
(13 August 2009) - For pets to people with items from toys to organization, the new online boutique GSelect offers an array of carefully selected goods for the refined lifestyle. Beginning with their signature men's skincare line Gessato, the expanded collection includes a complete range of products for almost any need. A few of our favorites include the long-lasting Droog hippo doormat ($124) made from PVC and coconut...
(13 August 2009) - For pets to people with items from toys to organization, the new online boutique GSelect offers an array of carefully selected goods for the refined lifestyle. Beginning with their signature men's skincare line Gessato, the expanded collection includes a complete range of products for almost any need. A few of our favorites include the long-lasting Droog hippo doormat ($124) made from PVC and coconut...
Pet Airways
(19 June 2009) - Anyone who's experienced the stress of air travel with their pet has thought there's got to be a better way. Alysa Binder and Dan Wiesel thought they could do better, and the result is Pet Airways, which starts flying pets around the country in July 2009. From drop off to pick up every aspect of the pet's comfort has been thought through, with pre-...
(19 June 2009) - Anyone who's experienced the stress of air travel with their pet has thought there's got to be a better way. Alysa Binder and Dan Wiesel thought they could do better, and the result is Pet Airways, which starts flying pets around the country in July 2009. From drop off to pick up every aspect of the pet's comfort has been thought through, with pre-...
Benjamin Graindorge x Duende Studio: Floating Garden Aquarium
(09 June 2009) - Floating Garden, a new freshwater aquarium concept by Benjamin Graindorge and Duende Studio, tackles waste management, the primary concern of aquariums, with an innovative, 100% natural filtering system. By enlisting two forms of natural filtration, gravel-bed filtration and aquaponics, the set-up removes nitrates, thereby eliminating the need for harmful chemicals and frequent water changes. In the first instance, tank water flows over a tray where...
(09 June 2009) - Floating Garden, a new freshwater aquarium concept by Benjamin Graindorge and Duende Studio, tackles waste management, the primary concern of aquariums, with an innovative, 100% natural filtering system. By enlisting two forms of natural filtration, gravel-bed filtration and aquaponics, the set-up removes nitrates, thereby eliminating the need for harmful chemicals and frequent water changes. In the first instance, tank water flows over a tray where...
Margo's Bark Root Beer
(09 June 2009) - by Julie Wolfson Just about a year ago, at the age of six, Oscar Youd made root beer for his science project. With some help from his parents Jessica and Tim, his project was such a hit at school that it spawned a new line of root beer called Margo's Bark. Made with all-natural cane sugar and micro-brewed in Los Angeles, the family named Margo's...
(09 June 2009) - by Julie Wolfson Just about a year ago, at the age of six, Oscar Youd made root beer for his science project. With some help from his parents Jessica and Tim, his project was such a hit at school that it spawned a new line of root beer called Margo's Bark. Made with all-natural cane sugar and micro-brewed in Los Angeles, the family named Margo's...
FreeKibble
(30 April 2009) - Freekibble was started by Mimi Ausland, a 12-year-old girl passionate about animals, and with her efforts and supporters, the site has raised 50 tons of food for needy animals in shelters to date. By working with founding sponsor Castor and Pollux Pet Works and using an interactive trivia game, the project raises awareness and provides easy and fun ways to help out. The online...
(30 April 2009) - Freekibble was started by Mimi Ausland, a 12-year-old girl passionate about animals, and with her efforts and supporters, the site has raised 50 tons of food for needy animals in shelters to date. By working with founding sponsor Castor and Pollux Pet Works and using an interactive trivia game, the project raises awareness and provides easy and fun ways to help out. The online...
Sleepypod Pet Carrier
(10 April 2009) - The Sleepypod is a new pet carrier that creates a more enjoyable and safe experience for your pet when on the road. A great alternative to the pet-in-your-purse method, it also doubles as a bed by removing the top. Currently there are no safety standards for pets, making the Sleepypod, built to withstand a 24 mph impact while strapped in with a seatbelt, the...
(10 April 2009) - The Sleepypod is a new pet carrier that creates a more enjoyable and safe experience for your pet when on the road. A great alternative to the pet-in-your-purse method, it also doubles as a bed by removing the top. Currently there are no safety standards for pets, making the Sleepypod, built to withstand a 24 mph impact while strapped in with a seatbelt, the...
Urban Dreams Pet Bed
(18 March 2009) - by Kori Schulman Hiding the hair-covered fleece pet bed when guests arrive is a thing of the past thanks to Chicago-based UDX Designs's Urban Dreams pet bed. With design cues making it at home alongside a Ligne Roset bed or other similarly sleek furniture, its an heirloom piece for pampering beloved animal friends. Handcrafted of natural birch wood and stainless steel and upholstered in designer...
(18 March 2009) - by Kori Schulman Hiding the hair-covered fleece pet bed when guests arrive is a thing of the past thanks to Chicago-based UDX Designs's Urban Dreams pet bed. With design cues making it at home alongside a Ligne Roset bed or other similarly sleek furniture, its an heirloom piece for pampering beloved animal friends. Handcrafted of natural birch wood and stainless steel and upholstered in designer...
PetPocket Bird Carrier
(17 July 2008) - Forget toting dogs, iguanas or other pets, nothing will impress the in-crowd like bringing a bird to class or work. And now you can—on your back—in the PetPocket Bird Carrier. The PetPocket is a transportable birdcage, complete with a removable bottom tray and two toy hanging loops from the top. The backpack holds small to medium-sized birds (including but not limited to parakeets, conures,...
(17 July 2008) - Forget toting dogs, iguanas or other pets, nothing will impress the in-crowd like bringing a bird to class or work. And now you can—on your back—in the PetPocket Bird Carrier. The PetPocket is a transportable birdcage, complete with a removable bottom tray and two toy hanging loops from the top. The backpack holds small to medium-sized birds (including but not limited to parakeets, conures,...
Gino the Dog Collection: Design for Pets
(11 June 2008) - by Laurice Parkin Fans of Gaia & Gino, the Turkish company known for its quirky, luxe design objects, may not know that Gino is actually of the canine four-legged variety. So, it's only fitting that Gino, the beloved Golden Retriever of founder Gaye Cevikel (aka Gaia), has a say in the company's latest collection. Simply titled "Gino the Dog", the line's first collection melds form...
(11 June 2008) - by Laurice Parkin Fans of Gaia & Gino, the Turkish company known for its quirky, luxe design objects, may not know that Gino is actually of the canine four-legged variety. So, it's only fitting that Gino, the beloved Golden Retriever of founder Gaye Cevikel (aka Gaia), has a say in the company's latest collection. Simply titled "Gino the Dog", the line's first collection melds form...
Found My Animal Leashes
(07 May 2008) - Found My Animal is a line of handmade "accessories for adopted animals and their people" with a mission to raise public awareness about the urgent need for animal adoption. Proceeds from the sale of each leash go to the Louis Animal Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing services and finding homes for animals. Each leash is custom-made in New England from rope that...
(07 May 2008) - Found My Animal is a line of handmade "accessories for adopted animals and their people" with a mission to raise public awareness about the urgent need for animal adoption. Proceeds from the sale of each leash go to the Louis Animal Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing services and finding homes for animals. Each leash is custom-made in New England from rope that...
Infinity Aquarium
(07 May 2008) - Part of their Forever! series, BCXSY designed this polygonal aquarium so that fish endlessly swim around the geometrical shape. Similar to modern-day insane asylums, which are designed with connected lap-like hallways instead of dead end hallways, the fish can swim around in circles 'till their heart's content. It's hand-crafted from hand-cut glass and you can find more info and a video at BCSXY via...
(07 May 2008) - Part of their Forever! series, BCXSY designed this polygonal aquarium so that fish endlessly swim around the geometrical shape. Similar to modern-day insane asylums, which are designed with connected lap-like hallways instead of dead end hallways, the fish can swim around in circles 'till their heart's content. It's hand-crafted from hand-cut glass and you can find more info and a video at BCSXY via...
Labyrinth Aquarium
(08 April 2008) - Are your fish envious of your hamster's Habitrail? Now you can hook them up in style with a Labyrinth Aquarium, which features multiple connected tanks for your fish to explore. The aquariums come with all of the filters, lights, pumps and cleaning equipment you need, all hidden away in the cabinet below. Thanks to CH reader Ion Dog, who posted the Labyrinth Aquarium in...
(08 April 2008) - Are your fish envious of your hamster's Habitrail? Now you can hook them up in style with a Labyrinth Aquarium, which features multiple connected tanks for your fish to explore. The aquariums come with all of the filters, lights, pumps and cleaning equipment you need, all hidden away in the cabinet below. Thanks to CH reader Ion Dog, who posted the Labyrinth Aquarium in...
Amy Stein: Domesticated
(25 March 2008) - Amy Stein creates amazing dioramas that explore her own version of natural history in her photographic series called "Domesticated." The photographs in this series were inspired after meeting a number of taxidermists and becoming interested in the psychology behind venturing into the wild to kill an animal and then paying a considerable amount of money to reanimate it and make it a permanent fixture...
(25 March 2008) - Amy Stein creates amazing dioramas that explore her own version of natural history in her photographic series called "Domesticated." The photographs in this series were inspired after meeting a number of taxidermists and becoming interested in the psychology behind venturing into the wild to kill an animal and then paying a considerable amount of money to reanimate it and make it a permanent fixture...
Straight Line Designs
(11 January 2008) - Straight Line Designs is a custom furniture design and manufacturing company whose designs are always quirky and whimsical. Based in Vancouver, British Columbia, the company is owned and operated by Judson Beaumont, who finds much of his inspiration in childlike imagery, and many of his designs have been greatly influenced by his kids and their liberal acceptance of the bizarre. In his world of...
(11 January 2008) - Straight Line Designs is a custom furniture design and manufacturing company whose designs are always quirky and whimsical. Based in Vancouver, British Columbia, the company is owned and operated by Judson Beaumont, who finds much of his inspiration in childlike imagery, and many of his designs have been greatly influenced by his kids and their liberal acceptance of the bizarre. In his world of...
Sniffanys
(06 December 2007) - So, you're in love with your dog? Prove it, with what can only be described as doggy designer couture. Created by Australian Southern Highlands artisan Trudy Heathwood, Sniffanys feature sterling silver clasps and are bespoke dog collars made from precious metals, semi-precious gemstones and Swarovski crystals. Heathwood had the grand idea of creating such canine couture when she was struck down by illness and...
(06 December 2007) - So, you're in love with your dog? Prove it, with what can only be described as doggy designer couture. Created by Australian Southern Highlands artisan Trudy Heathwood, Sniffanys feature sterling silver clasps and are bespoke dog collars made from precious metals, semi-precious gemstones and Swarovski crystals. Heathwood had the grand idea of creating such canine couture when she was struck down by illness and...
Dog Food Scoop 'n Lid
(27 November 2007) - by Passa Chattra Bamboo pet company developed the dog food "Scoop 'n Lid" with its all-in-one design that both seals cans of food and helps serve the food. This handy device keeps open cans of dog food sealed in the refrigerator, along with a built in spatula to scoop wet food out of the can. Not having to use household spoons in the dog...
(27 November 2007) - by Passa Chattra Bamboo pet company developed the dog food "Scoop 'n Lid" with its all-in-one design that both seals cans of food and helps serve the food. This handy device keeps open cans of dog food sealed in the refrigerator, along with a built in spatula to scoop wet food out of the can. Not having to use household spoons in the dog...
Leo Dog Toy
(26 October 2007) - by Passa Chattra Face it, any dog owner will tell you they have the smartest dog in the world. Well here"s a toy that's fitting for those canine prodigies. Made by Canine Genius the "Leo" (in honor of Leonordo da Vinci) is like legos for dogs. The individual Leos can be fetched, tugged, and stuffed with treats like other dog toys. What makes the Leo...
(26 October 2007) - by Passa Chattra Face it, any dog owner will tell you they have the smartest dog in the world. Well here"s a toy that's fitting for those canine prodigies. Made by Canine Genius the "Leo" (in honor of Leonordo da Vinci) is like legos for dogs. The individual Leos can be fetched, tugged, and stuffed with treats like other dog toys. What makes the Leo...
I Heart Tripods Tee
(06 December 2006) - If you've ever seen a plucky dog make its way on three legs then you'll appreciate the affectionate humor of this I Heart Tripods tee. The shirt is part of New York-based writer Sonia Zjawinski's efforts to raise funds for her dog Lulu's bone cancer treatment. (Click image for detail.) Designed by a friend after Lulu lost her leg to the disease, the proceeds...
(06 December 2006) - If you've ever seen a plucky dog make its way on three legs then you'll appreciate the affectionate humor of this I Heart Tripods tee. The shirt is part of New York-based writer Sonia Zjawinski's efforts to raise funds for her dog Lulu's bone cancer treatment. (Click image for detail.) Designed by a friend after Lulu lost her leg to the disease, the proceeds...
Popular Science's Best of What's New 2006: Plug and Play Ultrasound
(14 November 2006) - Each day this week CH's bringing you one of our favorite innovations from Popular Science's Best of What's New 2006. Today, we take a look at the Plug and Play Ultrasound Probe System from Direct Medical Systems, an inexpensive ultrasound that plugs directly into a computer via the USB port with motors that can run on five volts of electricity. Priced at around $5,000,...
(14 November 2006) - Each day this week CH's bringing you one of our favorite innovations from Popular Science's Best of What's New 2006. Today, we take a look at the Plug and Play Ultrasound Probe System from Direct Medical Systems, an inexpensive ultrasound that plugs directly into a computer via the USB port with motors that can run on five volts of electricity. Priced at around $5,000,...
Brooklyn's Woof Bites and Buttercup PAW-tisserie
(02 March 2006) - It's no secret that natural products and petsclusive stores have been gaining visibility in the marketplace. We recently discovered these two Brooklyn-based companies catering to deserving dogs and their owners. Those troubled by feeding their pets processed meat by-products and chemically-laden biscuits can find several healthy products on the market and increasingly more small-scale neighborhood spots that offer alternative snacks for pets. Woof Bites,...
(02 March 2006) - It's no secret that natural products and petsclusive stores have been gaining visibility in the marketplace. We recently discovered these two Brooklyn-based companies catering to deserving dogs and their owners. Those troubled by feeding their pets processed meat by-products and chemically-laden biscuits can find several healthy products on the market and increasingly more small-scale neighborhood spots that offer alternative snacks for pets. Woof Bites,...
Everyday Studio "Water" Dish
(02 February 2006) - Like other people's children, your pet should be indulged and spoiled constantly. Everyday Studio offers stylish and simple American-made pet accessories that are unparalleled from what we can tell. They've just released a set of freestanding stainless steel feeding bowls with designer acrylic frames that come in three different heights for dogs of varying stature. Of course you have your choice of design and...
(02 February 2006) - Like other people's children, your pet should be indulged and spoiled constantly. Everyday Studio offers stylish and simple American-made pet accessories that are unparalleled from what we can tell. They've just released a set of freestanding stainless steel feeding bowls with designer acrylic frames that come in three different heights for dogs of varying stature. Of course you have your choice of design and...
Sam's Yams
(30 November 2005) - Sam's Yams are a newly discovered dog treat that CH mascots Otis and Logan are all over. Having heard recently about more than one incident involving the healthy looking "green" chews that are mostly corn starch, and others about rawhide, these all-natural treats are all the more welcome. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes, but all of them are 100% dried...
(30 November 2005) - Sam's Yams are a newly discovered dog treat that CH mascots Otis and Logan are all over. Having heard recently about more than one incident involving the healthy looking "green" chews that are mostly corn starch, and others about rawhide, these all-natural treats are all the more welcome. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes, but all of them are 100% dried...
Dr. Becker's Bites dog and cat treats
(15 November 2005) - CH is always on the lookout for quality, natural dog treats. These crisps are made from beef liver and kidney with garlic and vitamin E supplement. That's all. No fillers, grains or other creepy stuff. Created by Karen Becker, DVM, they are a healthy (and from the way they are satisfyingly crunched by mascots Otis and Logan) presumably quite tasty. A 5 oz. bag...
(15 November 2005) - CH is always on the lookout for quality, natural dog treats. These crisps are made from beef liver and kidney with garlic and vitamin E supplement. That's all. No fillers, grains or other creepy stuff. Created by Karen Becker, DVM, they are a healthy (and from the way they are satisfyingly crunched by mascots Otis and Logan) presumably quite tasty. A 5 oz. bag...
Another $250 for the Humane Society
(27 October 2005) - Since our last update, we've sold 100 more Pair-o-deez decks and just made our second donation of $250 to the Humane Society Disaster Relief Fund. Our total contribution so far is $375. We want to raise over $2000 and have plenty more decks to sell, so what are you waiting for? For just $10 plus shipping and handling, you can own the sneaker memory...
(27 October 2005) - Since our last update, we've sold 100 more Pair-o-deez decks and just made our second donation of $250 to the Humane Society Disaster Relief Fund. Our total contribution so far is $375. We want to raise over $2000 and have plenty more decks to sell, so what are you waiting for? For just $10 plus shipping and handling, you can own the sneaker memory...
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