Hey! An entire year has passed… how did that happen? Since this is the first full year of Dog Milk, let’s take a look back at the best posts of 2011 — from dog house planters to our exclusive interview with the world’s cutest dog.
Modern Shed Meets Modern Dog House
David van Alphen’s modern shed sprouted a mini-me: a modern dog house for his modern pooch.
From the Bauhaus to the Beamer, I’m a huge fan of German design. The folks over at German company Cloud7 have put their collective finger on what so many designers from their country have espoused: the importance of eye-catching, clean, functional design. Cloud7′s line of doggie wares (featuring bowls, beds, toys, and pillows) is the newest entry on my list of Favorite German Things (right up there with their chocolate cake).
Vurv has introduced some sleek new single feeding bowls called FBI (feeder by the inch).
These minimal and elegant handmade bowls come in varying heights (in one-inch increments) and sizes. Choose from one pint, one quart, two quarts, three quarts. If those options weren’t enough, you can also select one of five veneer options.
We rounded up 10 super-stylish gifts for your hip hound this holiday season. Read it over on TheFW.
The Bear and The Rat is essentially fro-yo for dogs!
Started by Matt and Meg and their Lhasa Apso Quimby (aka “The Bear”) and Rat Terrier Laika (aka “The Rat”), The Bear and The Rat makes yummy frozen treats for your furry friends. With flavors like Banana Peanut Barker and Choc ‘o’ Not, your dog will go nuts for these organic, healthy frozen treats.
The Bear and The Rat sent Lulu and Beans some treats to try out and let me just say that there’s none left.
The adorable packaging was designed by illustrator Caryn Arredondo.
Do you remember our P.L.A.Y. bed giveaway? If you recall, Preston was the winner of the new P.L.A.Y. bed. His owner, Ken Decost, also made Preston a fancy wooden raised feeder, and after doing so, received so many compliments and requests that he decided to create a small side business out of it. I’m loving the two-tones of the wood – these are great designs! Best of luck, Ken!
The USA-made RuffBowl takes a product you always seem to need when on the go with your pup and one that you probably already have and combines them into one very handy idea. A convenient travel bowl for water or food that conveniently clips onto most large retractable leashes, RuffBowl is a must-have for long walkers.
Barley grass is a natural and healthy “treat” for dogs that is rich in vitamins, minerals, and enzymes. Recently, it’s become easier to grow than ever in this cool garden bag. Garden In A Bag: Dog Grass is a plastic-lined kraft paper bag that contains everything you need to grow barley grass on your desktop or windowsill. Once your grass starts growing, simply cut the grass and feed it to your pet by hand, or sprinkle some on their food. Your dog will soon reap the benefits of having healthier skin and coat, fresher breath, and better digestion. And you’ll have a modern, easy-to-maintain garden on your desk.
