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Fetchingly Fresh Dog Collars & More: Brighten Up With Bold, Brilliant Colors!

New eye-catching, colorful products have popped up at Muttropolis! Our “Brighten Up” collection is fun, functional and lively. What sets this collection apart from the rest? Brand spankin’ new styles, including hand-painted solid wood home goods and fashionable, comfortable futon style beds, all made in the USA by Up Country! So take a look at our terrific assortment, and get creative with color.

Whether your four-legged family member is feline or canine, we have bright collars featuring fresh patterns, each with a matching leash. Made with stain and fray resistant ribbon sewn onto durable, high-tensile strength nylon webbing, these collars and leashes are high in quality and attention grabbing! Our brand new Green and Pink Geometric Dog Collar and Cat Print Cat Collar, both pictured below, are just two of the Mutt Pack’s favorites.

Pet futons, a brand new addition to our bed assortment, are the perfect alternative to bulky, heavy beds. Lightweight and portable, they work well in crates, easily roll up for travel, or can serve as your pup’s new go-to bed! Indoor futons feature beautiful cotton, removable and machine washable covers, while outdoor futons feature durable, weatherproof fabric, also completely removable and machine washable, with a mildew resistant inner pad. No matter your décor, we have a futon for you! The Ikat and Roman Holiday are stylish and striking, Ocean and Nautilus are beach ready, and Isabella Floral is fashionably feminine. 

Don’t stop there! We’ve expanded our selection of hand-painted solid wood treat boxes, picture frames and leash hooks. All decorated with lead-free, non-toxic paints, these colorful and unique creations by Up Country are eye-catching. The Arf Dog Treat Box and Woof Dog Leash Holder are great for dog lovers, and the Orange and Yellow Cat Treat Box and Kitty Picture Frame are perfect for cat lovers. Any one of these makes a great gift!

Get on board, and Brighten Up!

Mew-Dern Family: Now Available in HD [PHOTO]

Mew-Dern Family: Now Available in HD

Have you ever wished for a TV channel dedicated exclusively to cats? With this clever DIY project, you can convert and upcyle an old, clunky TV into a swanky kitty pad. Learn more how to make this CatTube at Moderncat.net.

Possible programming:  "Days of Our 9 Lives," "Meowsy Shore," "The Young and the Purr-fect" and "Mew-dern Family."

 

 

Source: ModernCat / Janet McCulley, The Daily Treat at AnimalPlanet.com

Does Your Dog Do This? Dog Camouflages Self as Decorative Toss Pillow

..if…i…don't…move…maybe…they…think…me…be…pillow

There are no less than seven dog beds sprinkled throughout my home for my dogs Zazou, Kiki and The Schmoo.  Said dog beds are super plush, super cushy and situated in some of the most primo sunning spots in the house. However,  it has become increasingly apparent that one of my pack members is simply not satisfied with his designated accommodations.

Earlier this week, Zazou was nowhere to be found in the house or yard, despite numerous calls, claps and whistles. Slightly worried, I rushed through my bedroom to call again into the backyard when i noticed something was….. slightly out of place on my bed. 

And there he was… a 60 lb Vizsla successfully masquerading as a throw pillow. Hysterical!

Does your dog do this?

Does your dog try to camouflage themselves amongst your bed pillows or elsewhere in the house? If so, share your photos and tell us about it on our Muttropolis Facebook Fan Page!

Sweetheart Snoozer: Cuddle Up in a Cuddle Cup

Super Snuggling for your Furry Valentine

Does your dog or cat love to burrow into their bed? 

Is it not enough for your pet to lay atop your bed, but they instead must burrow under the covers of your bed?

Is your pet's idea of bliss settling into a warm basket of clean laundry?

Would your pet consider the interior of an Ugg Boot to be a suitable place to snooze?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, then the super plush Faux Fur Trundle Dog Bed has your pet's name all over it.  Created to mimic the luxurious softness of real fur, this versatile three way bed is made with faux mink fur and is embellished with darling pink hearts - perfect for your furry valentine!

Depending on pet`s mood, this bed can easily be transformed a teacup bed, a sleeping bag or an oval mat. My "niece" Lola the Chiweenie (Chihuahua mixed with a Dachsund) absolutely LOVES her trundle bed and truly tries to merge and become one with her cushy cuddle cup.

Snuggle up in a cuddle cup and your pet will thank you for it! Find the super snoozer Cuddle Cup burrow bed at at Muttropolis.com

Article reprint courtesy of Animal Planet's The Daily Treat with Janet McCulley

Dog-proof Trash Can: And it was all yellow

 

There's nothing like returning home from a fun night out to find yesterday’s coffee grounds, orange rinds, fish skins and other unsavory discards spread across the kitchen floor with Jackson Pollock flair. When you find yourself faced with this situation, your dog can typically be found either 1) skulking around in the darker recesses of your home, or 2) joyfully greeting you at the door as if none of it ever happened.

After the requisite pulling of your hair and retrieval various treasures from beneath the couch, calm down and consider getting yourself a kick-ass, ironclad trashcan (and maybe some training too).

The happiest darn trash can you ever did see

Originally designed in 1939, this super durable stainless steel Vipp Trash Bin is hand-crafted by skilled craftsmen and consists of up to 42 components. The tight fitting lid can keep curious noses out and trash smells in. Very likely one of the happiest-looking trash cans you’ll ever see, it is available in a range of sizes and colors, and is great for use in the bathroom, kitchen, workspace or living space. A removable inner bin makes changing out the bags easy and a roll of biodegradable liners is included.

Find the Vipp Trash Bin at Design Within Reach.

Article reprint courtesty of The Daily Treat at Animalplanet.com