Brand New [WEDNESDAY]

How Much is That Doggie (treat) In the Window?

Wednesday, October 25, 2006

Be honest. Did you opt for a dog instead of a kid? It’s ok, we don’t think any less of you, we love dogs.

Some perks?

1. You don’t have to put them through school. Ok, well, maybe some serious training.
2. They don’t talk back. But the barking can be super loud first thing in the morning.
3. They’re perfect for that 600 square foot downtown condo. Although when they rip up your house plants, it certainly gets you thinking.

Who are we kidding? Fido can get away with murder. And if you love your pooch as much as we love ours, you might like to know about the Dog & Hydrant in Yaletown.

You can buy a photo package, and get professional shots of your barker at his best – 24 images on a CD and a framed print, or even a custom hard cover book (put that on the coffee table and see if it gets chewed). They’ve also got a great line of products for your canine companion. We like the Zogoflex, made from extremely durable material, that fits inside the Chuck it ball thrower. Check out the dog beds, with removable washable covers in a variety of funky fabrics, the sleek leather collars, organic treats, flashy ‘eat drink’ bowls in colours like honey dew, red and turquoise, and finally, organic shampoo and coat mists in scents like lavender, citrus peel and bite this.

Just promise us you’ll restrain yourself when it comes to the sweaters, raincoats and boots. . .

1146 Pacific Blvd, between Davie and Cambie, 604-633-3845, www.thedogandhydrant.com