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Fetchingly Fresh: New Styles Sprouting At Muttropolis!

As flowers start to bloom, our summer inspired collections do too! In the spirit of sprouting, we’ve compiled an adorable assortment of styles perfect for a Garden Party. Flowers, bumble bees and lady bugs are all in abundance! With something for every pup, whether a true gardener or not, this collection is a must see to gear up for summer.

For fashionable furballs who love to sport new styles each season, we have adorable apparel and accessories! The Sunflower Dog Tank and Butterfly Overall Dog Dress are perfect for casual outings, while the Floral Dog Dress and Bright Flower and Dot Dog Dress are both excellent choices for fancier garden-esque occasions.

Have a pup that doesn’t prefer the “dressed” life? Check out our Checkered Daisy Dog Scrunchie that is worn around the neck and easily slips on and off over your pup’s head. Or our crotched Flower Accessory, available in many colors to add some fashionable flair to any collar! Speaking of collars, we’re in no shortage of spring styles. Our brand new Bees Dog Collar and Leash set is surely one of our favorites with bumble bees on a turquoise backdrop and teeny yellow polka dots.

For playtime, we have plush toys that are cute, cuddly and captivating. Our interactive Flower Friends Hide a Dog Toy will keep your pup occupied and boredom free while it strengthens their intelligence and puzzle solving skills. The Shaggy Ladybug Dog Toy is also a captivating choice with its moppy material, little legs, antennas and entertaining squeaker inside. 

Visit one of our Muttropolis store locations or head over to Muttropolis.com to take a look at our entire Garden Party collection, featuring much more than mentioned, dining and bedding included!

Dig This Deal: Free Shipping on Collars, Leashes and Harnesses!

For one week only we’re offering free shipping on all purchases that include a collar, leash or harness. Act fast as this special offer only runs through May 13^th. With one of the widest collar, leash and harness assortments on the planet, you’re sure to find the perfect choice for your four-legged family member. Redeem this limited time offer at Muttropolis.com by using code SHIPMUTTS during checkout.

Fetchingly Fresh: Nautical & Surf Inspired Collection for Your Dog!

Our new Nautical collection has arrived at Muttropolis stores and online at Muttropolis.com! Whether your pup is an avid sailor or simply loves the ocean infused style, this collection is sure to offer some fun, fashionable additions to their wardrobe, toy box, or resting place.

Stripes, flags and anchors decorate our new nautical apparel offerings. Have a boy dog that likes to take the helm? Then the 100% cotton Captain Dog Tank is just what he needs! For girl pups, we have the Nautical Sailor Dog Dress or Anchor Dog Dress, both dainty and adorable. Our very popular Puppia offerings, the Love Boat Dog Tank and Anchor Dog Harness are great gender neutral options. Puppia vest harnesses are often a customer favorite, constructed with velcro closures at the neck and chest to eliminate pulling and ensure the pup is safely secured and comfortable.

 
Care for something a little more cultural? The Nautical Flags Dog Collar and Leash set and Nautical Dog Collar and Leash set are covered in bright flags and symbols, perfect for pups that enjoy the open ocean! If anchors are more your speed, the Anchors Dog Collar and Leash set features red anchors on crisp blue and white stripes. All sets are made in the USA with quality ribbon sewn onto durable nylon webbing, featuring buckle closures and D-rings.

 
If you have a beach house, or simply like beach décor, you should take a look at the Nautical Boat Print Indoor-Outdoor Dog Bed Cover. It can be used to cover an old bed or stuffed with standard sized pillows, blankets or clothes to create a brand new bed. Having the versatility to move this bed from indoors to outdoors is a great feature, especially during the summer when pups love to bask in the sun! We’ve also included quite a few futons in this collection since they are lightweight and portable, can be used in crates, rolled up for travel, or used as a great alternative to a bulky, heavy bed. The Anchors Print Dog Futon and Coral Starfish Dog Futon are two of our favorites for ocean lovers. 

 
Last but not least, our nautical toy collection is full of fun canine crowd pleasers. The Lobster Extra Tough Dog Toy is built to last, made with multiple layers of flexible materials and two rows of double stitching. Have less of a rough-houser? The Rope Starfish Dog Toy is beautifully crafted and built to withstand throwing, slinging and gnawing, while also aiding in keeping your pups teeth and gums clean. Toys are a great gift, whether for your own four-legged family member or a friend’s. Every pup deserves something new for summertime!

Pop into one of our southern California stores locations or visit us a Muttropolis.com to see what other new Nautical styles have arrived!

Limited Time Only: Receive A Free Pet Tag with Collar Purchase

In an effort to increase pet safety, we’re happy to offer a free engravable pet tag with any collar purchase starting today, April 16^th and running through April 24^th. Select Circle and Bone Chrome Tags apply, available in small and large sizes. This promotion is running company wide, so customers can purchase a dog collar or cat collar in any one of our Southern California Muttropolis stores or online at Muttropolis.com to receive their pet’s free tag.

We feel that pet tags are just as essential as collars, as they are the best way to keep your pet safe in the unfortunate event that they ever get lost. While we carry a wide variety of pet tags, only four select styles are included in this promotion. Customers can choose from the Small Chrome Bone Tag, Large Chrome Bone Tag, Small Chrome Circle Tag or Large Chrome Circle Tag, an option for every size dog or cat. Depending on the tag chosen, customers can input two to five lines for engraving. See the product description for each tag for further engraving instructions.

This promotion makes it the perfect time to purchase a new collar for your pet! Our wide collar assortment includes color, fabric and style options for each and every canine and feline customer. Select from Fabric & Nylon, Leather, Sparkle, Striped, Plaid & Solid Fabric, and Training Collars for dogs, and Nylon & Fabric and Leather Collars for cats.

We hope you join us in this effort to increase pet safety and take advantage of this limited time offer, only valid through April 24^th. Online customers can receive their pet’s free tag by placing a collar and applicable tag in their shopping cart and using code TAGME at checkout. For store customers, the promotion will be applied at the register.

Fetchingly Fresh: Step Into Spring With New Styles!

As temperatures rise and days get longer, New Spring Styles are hitting the shelves! And that goes for here at Muttropolis too. So, as you start resurrecting your spring wardrobe, or head out to shop for new styles, don’t forget about your four-legged family member, who will also greatly enjoy a refreshing new warm weather wardrobe.

Check out our New For Spring collection page, packed full of our latest and greatest springtime dog apparel, with a few colorful collars, harnesses and accessories as well. We have something for every canine's style!

Our Pink and White Eyelet Dog Dress and Twinkly Dog Dress are both perfect for picnics or summer parties, and our dress collection doesn't stop there! Looking for something more casual? Take a look at our Anchor Dog Hoodie or Tie Dog Tee, a great option for boy pups.

 
For pup’s who don’t fancy apparel, we have fresh, fun collars and harnesses. The Bird Dog Collar and Rainbow Candy Stripe Dog Collar are both colorful and eye catching. If your pup prefers a harness we have two new adorable printed harnesses by Puppia. The Owl Print Dog Harness and Dog Print Dog Harness are both constructed to eliminate pulling on the neck and throat with easily adjustable chest straps, ensuring that your pup is safely secured and comfortable.

   

We’ve also brought in a new Tangerine Leather Trim Dog Carrier so that you and your pooch can travel in style this spring. Beautifully crafted with designer fabrics and trims, this carrier is made for the fashionable pooch on the go!

So put away those doggy coats, sweaters and other dark styles and shop our New Spring Styles! And don’t fret, if something doesn't tickle your fancy from our New For Spring collection page, visit What’s New, where you will find many more new collars and leashes, along with other new, must-see products! Here we come spring!

20% Off: Collars, Harnesses & Leashes Galore! 5 Days Only!

For five days only, starting today, we are offering 20% off on all Collars, Leashes and Harnesses! Whether your four-legged family member is a fashionista or an avid outdoor explorer, moves at a slow pace or constantly pulls on the reigns, we have just the right collar and leash combo for your pet, or harness if that’s your preference!

With an astute buying team behind our helms, we’ve turned Muttropolis into one of “the” places to shop for the latest, design-driven and functional collars, leashes and harnesses. Our selection is one of the widest in the pet products marketplace, including options to meet the needs and match the personalities of each of our canine customers and their people parents!

Our collar assortment includes Fabric & Nylon, Leather, Sparkle, Striped, Plaid & Solid Fabric, and Training. For those who prefer to reduce pulling, we have harnesses, available in Fabric & Nylon, Leather, Training, and Vest styles. We also carry matching leashes for many collars and harnesses, and for those that don’t have a matching leash, we offers many Fabric & Nylon, Leather and Retractable options. While our assortment is much larger for dogs than cats, we do carry Cat Collars and Harnesses.

As mentioned, this sale only lasts 5 days, so hurry to one of our three store locations or visit our online store at www.muttropolis.com to take advantage of this great offer! And don’t forget to grab an Engravable Pet Tag, although they are not included in the sale, we want to keep your pet safe and offer a unique selection to suite each personality and style. Online customers must use coupon code SAVE20 at checkout to receive the discount.

 

The Halloween Boo-Tique is Now Open!

I don’t know about you, but here at Muttropolis, Halloween is one of our favorite times of the year! With that being said, we try to go “all out” – costumes, toys, sweaters, the whole nine yards – to make your Halloween the spookiest and most fun event of the year!

 

Our to-die-for costumes will get all the trick-or-treaters talking! From the stylish Pirate Girl to the puffy Jack-O-Lantern to the lovable Shaggy Duck, there are many fun styles to choose from. If your pooch isn’t the costume type, our Halloween sweaters will keep your pooch warm during the evening walk, while still looking festive. Or, if your dog prefers to be au naturale, we have Halloween themed collars and leashes, as well as a festive reversible bandana. And last but not least, adorable corduroy toys are a perfect treat for your pup and will fit right in with your Halloween décor. So, what are you waiting for? We have your pooch prepared for one of the biggest holidays of the year!

Halloween is an exciting time for you and your dog, but it is important to be safe! Here are some tips on how to make Halloween a safe and fun holiday for you and your pup:

1. Costume fitting: If your dog is wearing a costume, try on the costume before the big night to make sure your dog is completely comfortable. Safety is key, so make sure the costume isn’t keeping your dog from breathing, barking, etc.
2. Don’t let your dog eat the Halloween candy! It could cause some problems for your dog, and no one wants that!
3. Keep wires and cords out of reach of reach – if your dog chews or nibbles on these, it could cause burns, cuts or an electrical shock.

Is Your Pet As Spoiled As Karl Lagerfeld's Kitten?

Famed fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld just couldn't part ways with a darling white kitten he was charged with babysitting, so he did what any animal-lover worth their weight would do -  he decided to keep the cat instead! No discussion. The kitten was not leaving his house!

The wee white fluff-ball, named Choupette, has now found herself living quite the life of luxury under Lagerfeld's care. Forget cat nip and designer kitty furniture-- Choupette eats with Lagerfeld at the table, sleeps on his pillows, and plays with an iPad. Not only that, Choupette also enjoys the service of two housekeepers who apparently wait on her day and night. The maids have even been keeping a diary (of nearly 600 pages!) of the cat's activities. 

She even has her own twitter account, @ChoupettesDiary, with 6,800 followers and counting. Now what could a cat be tweeting about?

Are your pets this spoiled? If so - share your stories below!

Source: MSNBC
Image Source: @KarlLegerfeld 

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

Fetchingly Fresh: Muttropolis Baseball Gear!

Since baseball is such a definitive summer sport, we thought to ourselves “why not pull out all the stops?” So we’re giving you everything you need to enjoy watching the baseball game at home with Bowser, just as if you were at the game itself! We’ve covered all the bases in this game – from wag-worthy dog jerseys to your Mutt’s very own Heinisniffi’n!

  

Your dog can choose to cheer for the home team by wearing one of our dog jerseys or our pin-striped harness. Since the best part of baseball games are the concessions (besides the actual game of course), we have a yummy vinyl hot dog toy that your dog can chew on, as well as a vinyl “Heinisniffi’n” beer toy. Now that you have the baseball game necessities, you can enjoy any game with your pup by your side!