As dog enthusiasts, we love to treat our furry friends. Treats can take many forms, including a delicious homemade dog biscuit, a trip to the dog park, a day at doggy daycare, or the topic of this blog: designer dog accessories!
While they might cost more up front, designer dog accessories can end up giving you the most bark for your buck. It’s true that you get what you pay furr! Hounds Lounge Pet Resort and Spa is here to help you determine which high-end pet products are actually worth the splurge.
At Hounds Lounge, our team of dog lovers is dedicated to making pooches look and feel grreat. The dog accessories list below can also help achieve these goals, offering function, comfort and quality with a little extra flair. Now, dig into our blog on what makes designer dog accessories worth the price tag, which are our must-haves and why professional grooming pairs pawfectly with high-end products. Take our quiz at the end to find out which designer dog accessory is right for your pooch!
What Makes Designer Dog Accessories Worth It?
Whether you’re looking at a luxe leash, chic collar, cozy bed or dainty dish, below are several factors to consider before adding a designer dog accessory to your cart.
Quality Materials
Designer accessories are typically made from high-quality, durable materials. These can include premium leather, strong fabrics and metals that resist tarnishing or breaking. The durability of these materials can justify the higher cost.
Comfort
Designer dog accessories often feature ergonomic designs that take into account the natural movements and body shapes of dogs. Furr example, a designer dog collar might be shaped to distribute pressure evenly, reducing strain on a dog’s neck.
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Style
While this factor is more for you than your dog, style can be impawtant to fur fams! If your pooch has a unique personality, you may want them to sport trendy designs that match their mojo and help them stand out from the pack.
Ethical Production
Many designer brands focus on ethical production practices, including fair labor, sustainability and cruelty-free materials. These practices can increase costs but also provide customers with peace of mind.
Longevity
The higher price tag of designer dog accessories often translates to longer-lasting products. You’re not just paying for style, but also for craftsmanship, innovation and safety!
Must-Have Designer Dog Accessories
Now that you know what to look for in high-end products, consider which designer dog accessories might be right for your fur baby.
Premium Collars and Leashes
High-quality collars and leashes resist wear and tear better than cheaper alternatives. Many designer brands incorporate features like reinforced stitching, secure fastenings and custom sizing that help prevent accidents and injuries, particularly for dogs that pull or are extra active.
High-End Dog Beds
Designer dog beds offer superior comfort and support, and can even promote good hygiene and overall dog wellness. Just like it is for humans, a good night’s sleep is crucial to a dog’s health! At Hounds Lounge, each of our personal pet suites offers a raised Kuranda dog bed that combines soft, off-the-floor comfort and is chew resistant.
Stylish Apparel and Outerwear
While dressing up your pooch can be purely aesthetic, there are occasions when high-quality apparel is a necessity. Furr example, if you have a hunting dog, they will need a warm, water-resistant camo vest for those cold, wet Arkansas mornings!
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Hunting dogs, as well as dogs who hike or frequently walk on hot pavement, should have a nice pair of dog booties to protect their feet.
If your pooch enjoys playing dress up, you can always get them a designer outfit just for fun! If it’s made from good quality materials, they’ll be able to wear it for many years to come.
Fancy Dog Bowls and Feeders
No matter your dog’s temperament or activity level, dog bowls and feeders are a must. Why not splurge on a dish that will last furrever? Along with looking stylish, designer dog bowls are usually free from harmful chemicals found in some low-cost plastic bowls. They can also offer an ergonomic design that makes drinking and eating easier for dogs with arthritis or mobility issues.
Wondering which designer dog accessories your dog might need? Take our quiz below to find out!
The Pawfect Pair: Designer Dog Accessories and Professional Grooming
If you’re going to invest in designer dog accessories, you should also invest in your woof’s appearance! A fresh groom brings out the best in your pooch, promoting overall wellness and making accessories pop. And if they are an adventurer in the D category of our quiz, they’ll need regular maintenance to keep their coat in shape and free of dirt, grass and anything else that could lead to coat and skin problems.
Our professional groomers are experts in the different needs of different breeds – get on the books at a Hounds Lounge near you!
Experience the Hounds Lounge Difference
When designer dog accessories contribute to your woof’s well-being, they are definitely worth the splurge! Not to mention, it’s fun and exciting to dote on your much-deserving fur child.
At Hounds Lounge, we’re just as committed to pampering pooches as any high-end brand, and we provide the mental stimulation, exercise and socialization a woof needs to live their best life! Learn more about our top-notch doggy daycare, overnight stays, professional grooming and DIY dog wash.
Ready to spoil your pooch? So are we! Book your Hounds Lounge visit now.