There are people who don't understand why anyone would purposely make a hole in their home to create a convenient exit for their dog and those who carry their dogs with them everywhere they go - some in a baby carrier strapped to their chest (seriously). In between are a bunch of people who just want their dogs to be comfortable, safe, and happy. These great dog products will help.
1. Playing fetch
Getting your pooch some exercise is a great way to get outdoors and also get in some bonding time, but throwing the ball every three seconds can be exhausting. Try the Longshots Launcher, which will send toys like the Ballistic Duck or Moondoggie up to 70 feet! Priced from $9.99.
2. Car safety
Dogs needs to be buckled in just like people to stay safe in the car. But putting them in a regular seatbelt isn't very effective. Plus it's weird. The Clickit Sport from Sleepypod is a dog safety harness with a "unique Infinity Loop design, in combination with an energy absorbing padded vest (that) is engineered to work together to distribute and reduce damaging forces in an accident without the need of additional hardware or attachment straps."
It comes in a variety of colors (Jet Black, Strawberry Red, Orange Dream, and Robin's Egg Blue) and is priced at $64.99.
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3. Brush ‘em!
Brushing your dog's teeth probably isn't ever going to be your favorite activity, but it doesn't have to be your most hated either. The Zututh Breeze Toothbrush was developed by an oral surgeon to help combat periodontal disease, which "it is estimated that 80 percent of dogs have" by the time they are two years old. "The Z-shaped head and ergonomic handle cover more surface of your dog's mouth, reducing brushing time (awesome!) and maintaining effectiveness," said Dogster. From $9.99.
4. Stylish accessories
Who says a dog bowl has to be plastic and covered in stenciled bones? Modapet's stylish bowls come in a variety of styles and colors to match your décor, plus they're BPA-free, microwave and dishwasher safe, and have a layer of skid-free base to keep them in place. From $14.95.
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5. Skin care
We love Burt's Bees products for our skin. Thankfully, the company makes products for dogs too, like shampoo and conditioner, eyewash. Fidose of Reality likes their Itch Soothing Spray, which "is made with some of nature's finest ingredients…is pH Balanced for dogs, contains no colorants, and is cruelty free."
6. Caged comfort
Transporting your dog when he needs to be in a cage doesn't have to feel like prison. With the Komfort Pets cage, he can lounge in climate-controlled luxury. "it senses the ambient temperature and uses a convection/conduction combo to either warm the cage's bottom or blow a breath of cool air in the heat," said This Old House. "An included adapter lets you plug the carrier into a car or boat's outlet, and the company is presently working on an airline-approved model. About $299.
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7. A great doggy door
It may seem like a small detail to those who don't have dogs, but for us dog lovers, how—and where—to install a doggy door is one of the most critical decisions we can make in our home because it makes our lives, and those of our dogs, easier. In fact, proper placement of a doggy door, or a good option for where to put one, can actually make one home stand out above others when looking for a new home. For those without a perfect spot, there are a few ingenious options:
Sliding patio door installation
If your exit to the backyard is a glass sliding door, you can still install a doggy door by adding a panel like this one.
This panel doggy door from PetSafe has an aluminum frame with tempered glass, installs easy, and can be used as both a temporary or permanent solution. From $118.
Window installation
You can also get a doggy door that installs into a window, like this one from Ideal Pet. From $149.
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See Top Dog Tips for more options.
