Dogs Toys, Clothes, Gifts, Costumes...

We don't sell any products here, but we do have some recommendations for great wholesale and pet supplies. Check some of the suppliers below for great puppy dog toys, clothing, and gifts.

Dogs At Play

I've heard people say "I really like agility but" . . . my dog has dysplasia, or I don't like competition or my dog is too old or whatever. In training sometimes the fun is killed by the attitudes of the participants, by instructors, or simply lack of shared goals. I have found agility to be very welcoming. Many instructors will be pleasant and inviting even if you are not planning to compete. For example, if your dog is physically limited many instructors are comfortable with simply saying do what you can do and modify the course accordingly e.g. knock down or drop jump bars to a lower height, skip the A-frame, whatever. If agility interests you, but you can't compete, or don't want to it still worth visiting a class and talking with the instructor.

Of course if you aren't going to compete you can do a lot of teaching and playing with agility on your own. Go slow and carefully to avoid injury. Never force the dog onto any equipment. Keep it fun. I've included pictures of the equipment I use, pictures of dogs using it, pictures of competition equipment, and links to sources for classes. The average person can put together similar equipment without construction tools, without much storage space, and without spending huge amounts of money (although that's relative to the cost of competition equipment). My equipment was designed to transport in small car and still allow room for the dogs.

Pet Fashion Do's and Don'ts

As most of you realize, the dedicated pet owner/guardian has a tendency to humanize their pets. And rightly so, since pets are and should be considered part of the family. Sometimes, we let our motherly or fatherly instincts get the best of us when viewing pets as our "children". Please remember that dogs and cats, with the exception of some, have their natural coats to keep them warm in the winter and insulated in the summer.

A little common sense can do wonders. For example, the origin of a hairless Chihuahua began in a very hot Mexican climate. However, through the ages, many of these dogs have been transported to areas all over the world, including very cold climates. They are ideal candidates for clothing. On the other hand, Alaskan Eskimo dogs, obviously created for cold climates, are living in tropical areas and therefore need not wear clothing.
Your "child" will let you know when or if he/she wants to be dressed.

Additional Reading

Schafer kennel
Doggles - Goggles for your dog!
K9 Design
K9 Topcoat
Doggy Design
Costume Craze
Doggie Bandannas
Animal Wrappers
Crocodile Tears

The above links are a few stores that I've found specializing in dog apparel and supplies, including hats, coats, specialty collars, braided leashes, and ID tags. Personalized dog bandanas (BowWows) to plush dog line (Stuffed Dogs) and to our personalized apparel and gifts for dogs and the people they love.