Best in show: designer pet accessories for stylish dogs and cats
From beds to bowls, wares for our furry companions are becoming increasingly cool. Here’s our pick of the best new designs
Although designer pet accessories are nothing new, there’s a noticeable influx of products that are aimed squarely at those who want their animal apparatus to look at home alongside Farrow & Ball paint and Eames chairs. Browse our edit of the latest designs for pampered pets…
‘Abstract’ dog bed by Settle
Settle is on a mission to make dog beds not only stylish, but sustainable too. Covers are made from 78% recycled material, while the filling is made from 100% recycled plastic. It comes in in four snazzy prints and covers are removable and washable too, so you can swap between designs. From £124, settlebeds.com
‘Bliss Bolster Bed’ by Charley Chau
Dog-bed specialist Charley Chau’s ‘Bliss Bolster Bed’ is made from upholstery-grade material and is engineered to be as robust and comfortable as any sofa. The elegant design has removable covers, the idea being owners can switch up the look just as you might do with bedding. From, £225, charleychau.com
Kintails x Kana ceramic dog bowl
Feeding time is a stylish affair thanks to Kintails’ earthy ceramic bowls and treat jars, a collaboration with Kana, whose sought-after ceramics grace the tables of restaurants and stylish abodes alike. From £38, kintails.com
HiK9 + Studio Rhonda pet bed collection
Manchester-based brand Hik9 has teamed up with Studio Rhonda to create a series of seven striking beds that feature graphic prints, punchy colours and sleek lines: ‘I wanted to make the product a desirable item of furniture for the home, rather than just a dog bed,’ explains Studio Rhonda founder Rhonda Drakeford. ‘Each product is really individual in its cut and design, you could even hang it on the wall as a piece of artwork in your home if you wanted to.’ From £70, hik9.com
‘Tacaban’ pet bed by Michel Boucquillon for Alessi
Alessi’s futuristic-looking new ‘Tacaban’ bed for cats and dogs is designed to make pets feel protected and hidden while still being able to keep a beady eye on their human companions. £174, uk.alessi.com
Ware of the Dog’s boiled wool toys
Tatty tennis balls are a thing of the past thanks to New York pet brand Ware of the Dog’s chic boiled wool toys. Not only do they look good, but the material is durable, light and strong, so will last for hours of playtime. £10.50 each, conranshop.co.uk
‘Acino’ bag dispenser by Miriam Mirri for Alessi
With its sleek stainless steel body, this dog-waste bag dispenser is more akin to jewellery or sculpture than a pet accessory and wouldn’t look incongruous clipped onto your bag. £32, uk.alessi.com
‘The Tsar Caviar’ cat collar by Cheshire & Wain
Made from embossed ‘caviar grain’ burgundy leather with green suede lining, Cheshire & Wain’s collars are fit for the fanciest of felines. Designs feature solid brass hardware and stitched detailing, as well as a breakaway safety clip. Plus, its caviar tin packaging can be used for stashing away treats. £55, cheshireandwain.com
Willow & Stone’s ribbed pet food bins
Keep their food fresh and your kitchen or utility area free of unwanted odours with these galvanised steel storage bins. Available in ‘Thistle‘ or ‘Lily White’, they come with silicone sealed bamboo lids and a matching scoop – there’s also a treat tin the same range. From £28, willowandstone.co.uk
‘Kyali’ pet bed by Made
With its natural walnut frame and navy cushions, the ‘Kyali’ bed has a sleek, architectural feel that will fit naturally in any contemporary interior. It’s easy to keep clean (the cushion covers are removable) and gives pets a cosy, cocooning sanctuary to call their own. £169, made.com
‘I Am Happy Because Everyone Loves Me’ cat bowl by Louis Wain
Created for the cat with attitude in your life, Cheshire & Wain’s bowl features an artwork by English artist (and the brand’s namesake) Louis Wain (1860-1939), who was known for his charming illustrations of our feline friends. A collaboration with Cambridge-based potter Rachel Dormor, the bowl will ensure mealtimes are a civilised affair. £28, cheshireandwain.com
Wild at Heart x Barc collection
A collaboration between London brand Barc and the Wild at Heart Foundation, a rescue and adoption charity set up by florist Nikki Tibbles, 60 per cent of all profits of this collection go towards rehoming stray dogs. The range includes leads, harnesses and collars. Lead, £18, barclondon.com
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