Gifts That Glitter For The Pampered Pooch

December 7, 2015

by Natalie Secretan

What’s a Holiday season without a little sparkle and glitter! Everyone needs a touch of bling this time of year to brighten up the Holidays and look their very best for the relatives, and that includes your pets! This year, we’re not just dressing up the tree in baubles, garlands and tinsel, we’re sprucing up (no pun intended) our dogs (and cats) too!

This beautiful diamond dog collar from I Love Dogs Diamonds that Miss Papillon is modeling is dubbed the most expensive of its kind. With a price tag of $3.2M, you have to wonder if this pooch has the earrings to match! Fun to imagine, but let’s settle back down to planet earth and survey our affordable options for pet jewellery.

I’ve always loved the rugged charm of a druzy cut gemstone. It shows off the natural beauty of the stone, just the way the earth created it. Gemstones are known to have healing powers and are said to emanate vibrations that can be very therapeutic, even for dogs. This beautiful charm from Dosha Dog is not only affordable (just $22), its ruggedness is just perfect for a dog to wear. 

This scalloped collar from Bling It On! may look fine and delicate, but it is crafted with silvertone mesh and adorned with gem-cut crystals for that extra bit of sparkle. Available in four different colours and sizes, this beauty is available for only $27.95.

Another cool piece from Bling It On! For those of you who prefer the look of a chain over a collar, this curb link is beautifully accented with 12 full-cut crystals for the bone. I love the detail in this piece and the touch of matching colour in the clasp. You can have this collar for only $19.95, and it comes in four different colours and sizes. 

This is one of my favourites from Buddy G – a flower charm dog collar with rhinestones for only $30.87. It's so pretty, I almost want to wear it myself! It looks as though it only comes in one colour, pink, but it is available in various sizes. Add to shopping cart? Yes, please!

For even more charm and bling, this Austrian crystal and bead dog collar from Buddy G would look stunning around your dog’s neck. Such a fun way to show off your dog’s personality and just check out the craftsmanship in the chain. Priced at only $37.19.

Ideal for a larger dog with a magnificent chest, this three-tier crystal necklace is a beautiful way to show off your dog’s physique. This necklace is incredibly lightweight and easy to wear, skillfully handmade, and complete with Australian crystals in a gorgeous girly pink. Your dog will be the belle of the ball in this necklace. Available at Sassy Pup for only $49.99.  

Now for something a little less frou-frou that the male dog owner will surely love. This tapered leather collar from Diamond Dogs accentuates a dog’s long neck beautifully, and is made of English bridle leather (the sturdiest) and lined with a soft Italian leather for your dog’s comfort. With peridot, light topaz, olivine, and dark topaz – citrus notes set on a whisky tone leather, this luxurious collar is designed for red and gold coloured dogs. The stones are skillfully set into the collar securely, so you never have to worry about losing any of your jewels to the dog park. Surprisingly durable, this collar will set you back about $300.

Another one for the boys (or girls) is this turquoise bone pendant with a Southwestern flair from Schaef Designs Jewelry. Beautifully handcrafted in turquoise and sterling silver, with a pattern of hearts and paws running round the outside, this is a one-of-a-kind piece that will have the other dogs green with envy! Even the chain is unique and handcrafted. This pendant is priced at around $300. Schaef also carries a wonderful line of jewelry for pet lovers.

Saving the best for last, I love this Crystal Magic Necklace from LouisDog so much so I might just order it for myself! Just look at the craftsmanship in this piece – the beautiful heart-shaped links that hold each gem, the high quality Swarovski crystals, and the marquis cut of the stones, not to mention the colours! Available in gold (seen here) and silver with blue and green gems, the magic of this necklace is in the healing power of all these beautiful stones. And it’s only $86! 

So this seems a little extravagant, right? But giving your dog a milkbone in the shape of a candy cane every year? Come on! We decorate everything from the tree and our homes to the turkey and even ourselves, so why not dress up your dog this Yuletide and put a smile on their face. It will certainly break the ice with your guests – a real conversation stopper, and the ideal gift, something special for yourself and the dog lover in your life. Bling! Bling!