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A Guide to Pet Presents
Here are this season's must-have pet traveling essentials
by
Jessica Howell
Wondering
what to buy your cat for Christmas? Your hound for Hanukkah?
No need to worry, we've gone ahead and found the best
pet travel products on the market, sure to make this
holiday's shopping a breeze. Whether your wrapping presents
for a furry best-friend or your favorite pet-toting
travelers, you're bound to bring a smile, bark or tail
wag with one of these great finds.
Gourmet
Doggie Cookies
 These sweet treats are perfect for the holidays! Made
by renowned dog bakers at Claudias Canine Cuisine from
all-natural, human grade ingredients, these gourmet-baked
peanut butter cookies dipped in multicolored yogurt
frosting are topped with rainbow sprinkles that add
the finishing touch. Twelve treats come packaged in
festive gift-wrapping; just toss one in your bag and
provide a mid-journey snack for pets on the go. Available
at www.pawshop.com.
"Talk
To Me" Dog Tag
 Perfect
for an owner and pet who are always on the go, this
ID tag hangs on a collar (best suited for medium and
large dogs) and allows you to record 20 second messages.
The messages, which can be played back with the press
of a button, make traveling seriously simple. Use the
tag to record your cell phone number, hotel name and
pet's medical information. $15 . Available at www.dogtoys.com.
Lupine
Collars
 Guaranteed
(even if chewed!) and far more snazzy than "red,
black, or blue," Lupine makes collars, leads and
harnesses for all sizes of dogs and cats. With exclusive
access (in the pet industry) to the world's top webbing
designer, this collection has something for every pet
personality. From "Grr-ly Dog" to "Moose
Mania", new patterns are added several times each
year to keep Fido's wardrobe the most stylish on the
block. For information and retailers, visit www.lupinepet.com.
The
Ultimate Sherpa
 A Sherpa bag is a must for the chic and sophisticated
traveler. This one provides the utmost in luxury accomodation
for your pet with a mesh sunroof, roll down shades for
privacy and washable faux lambskin liner. Specially
designed to fit comfortably beneath a cabin seat, this
carry-on is available in three sizes and serves as a
comfy home en-route. $90 and up. Available at www.sherpapet.com.
Bottle
N' Bowl Bag
 Refresh yourself during a long hike with this clever
carrier system - designed to hydrate you and your pet.
It keeps your 1 liter water bottle cool and includes
a portable drinking bowl for your four-legged pal. Mesh
storage makes it a handy tote for keys whether you're
in the woods, on the beach or setting up camp. Available
at www.dogtoys.com.
Caddis
Snooze Sack
 When a hard, cold floor just won't do, this comfy sleep
sack comes to your pets rescue. Fully machine washable
and dryable, it's easy to clean and even easier to roll
up and store neatly. Available in two sizes with a warm
berber fleece interior. For locations, visit www.caddis.com. |
