Dog Sculptures by Holy Smoke

Holy smokes*, these dog sculptures are incredible! UK-based artist Helen Thompson aka Holy Smoke creates these expressive canines from wire, natural linen, and vintage textiles.

Holy smokes*, these dog sculptures are incredible! UK-based artist Helen Thompson aka Holy Smoke creates these expressive canines from wire, natural linen, and vintage textiles.

I’m known around these parts as “the crazy Schnauzer lady”, which is totally cool by me. (In fact, I just ordered this t-shirt after Katherine sent me the link. It’s a FLYING SCHNAUZER, people. I had to.) All this is to say that I simply can’t resist squealing every time I see one of these little bearded dogs, especially one in an awesome home like this. Check out more of this dog’s sweet abode over on Design Milk!

I can’t think of a better way to kick off the week than with these stunning images by Minneapolis-based pet photographer Karin Newstrom. If these photos don’t put a smile on your face, I don’t know what will!

This photo makes me so, so happy! There’s not much more I love than bright colors and dogs, so when the two are combined, it’s pretty much a guarantee that my heart will explode. This colorful canine was spotted (and photographed) by Dabito during The Color Run. See more photos on his blog Old Brand New!
Editor’s Note: You barked and we listened! DoggIY is a new monthly column here on Dog Milk where we feature modern DIY dog projects. We’ll be sharing everything from homemade treats to pet beds–and beyond!

We’re kicking our brand spanking new column off with a bang, a sexy birch plywood bang that is. This DIY dog crate coffee table is the brilliant creation of Erin Loechner and her husband Ken who, after a no-luck search for an affordable modern pet crate, decided to make their own. It’s also now the nap time location of Bernie and George (remember those cuties?)!

Chances are, if you’ve ever left town, worked late, or had an emergency of one sort or another, you’ve been left scrambling to find a pet sitter or holding a giant boarding bill. Say goodbye to all that anxiety and budget-busting frustration! There’s a new solution in town… and it’s called Spotwag.

It’s still wet and drizzly these days, so while I sit back and wait for May to bring flowers, I may as well protect myself from the elements with one of these snazzy dog umbrellas! Right? I mean, it just seems like the proper thing to do. And with over ten breeds, there’s bound to be one for every dog lover! (I’ve got my eye on the Schnauzer one, of course. Or maybe the Boxer… or the Chihuahua version. Okay, I kinda want them all.)

Apartment Therapy’s annual Small Cool Contest may have just ended, but I couldn’t help but take note of all the smiling dogs included in the entries! Mekko, pictured above, is lucky enough to call the grand prize winning entry from Brooklyn his home. Check out a few more of my favorite Small Cool pups below!