16 stylish home (and travel) accessories for pampered dogs and cats
Our four-legged friends are a big part of the family and therefore also our homes. The amount of thought, care and attention that goes into you picking your sofa should also be applied to your dog or cat’s bed – afterall, it’s sure to be the only thing you can look at if it’s not up to scratch with the rest of your interior design decor. Luckily, for the pickier pet owners among us, there is a growing wealth of pet accessories out there for stylish homes. From the ultra-high-end – like Poltrona Frau’s ruched leather dog bed (above) or a Celine carrier – to Hay’s new must-have collection for the design savvy, there’s something for every pet (and pet parent) to love.
Colour-blocked dog bed, Hay
This patchwork-style piece is one of the stand-out designs from Hay‘s recent pet collection, designed in collaboration with Danish design boutique Holly Golightly. It’s made from recycled polyester and has a fun colour palette that may make even your dog think twice before trying to chew it. From £105, selfridges.com
Pet Ottomans bowl, Les Ottomans
Make your pooch or feline friend’s mealtimes more aesthetically pleasing with this hand-painted ceramic design. It’s bold colours and painterly pattern brings to mind the folkloric designs that have been big news in interiors. £87, farfetch.com
‘Voyage’ car seat, Pets So Good
Make long journeys more comfortable for your pet with this ‘Fur Edition’ for Pets So Good’s travel essential. The design clips securely into any car seat, providing a warm snuggly and safe place for your dog to rest. Fear not: the fabric is water- and dirt-resistant. £337, petssogood.com
‘Vice Meow’ pet bowl, Jonathan Adler
Jonathan Adler’s ‘Vice’ collection includes a version for dogs, as well as ones for humans (we love the versions wittily labelled everything from ‘Prozac’ to ‘Munchies’). With its graphic look, it’s a designer choice that will look at home in any setting. £125, uk.jonathanadler.com
Dog bed, Poltrona Frau
Italian brand Poltrona Frau is well-known for its wizardry with leather, creating iconic pieces of design that ozze class and craftmanship. With buttery leather (in a choice of black or tan) and on-trend ruching, this dog bed is the ultimate choice for seriously lucky pets. From £1,260, poltronafrau.com
‘Roboto’ poop-bag holder, Mr Dog NYC
Poop bags are not the most glamorous of items, but perhaps the most essential for dog owners. Make sure you’re happy to always have them close to hand by hiding the bags in this limited-edition neon pink holder made of leather, with a sturdy clip for attaching to a bag or leash. £137, mydognewyork.com
‘Feeding Kit’, Mogo
Ideal for minimalists, this full feeding set by Mogo has a space-age quality and includes everything you need to nourish your pet – two bowls, a scoop, a spatula and a tray, as well as two cleaning sponges. Available in white and black. £145, ssense.com
Cloud’ dog bed, Teddy London
Boucle isn’t just a big design trend for humans – our pets a poised to get in on the action too! These incredibly cushioned memory foam beds are designed to reduce anxiety, so perfect for soothing highly-string pooches or older dogs with aching muscles. From £149, teddylondon.com
‘Koi Carp’ bowl, Cheshire & Wain
Decorated by ceramic artist Kate Welton, who created charming pieces from her studio in Norfolk, this bowl will interest cats even when empty thanks to its fishy motif. Intended to hold water, it will resemble a tiny pond when full, complete with koi carp. £75, cheshireandwain.com
‘Vasoni Arabescato’ pet bowl, Lusso Stone
Want your pet’s bowl to match the beautiful marble of your kitchen? These stone experts have you covered, with a wonderfully streamlined design available in a choice of marbles, including carrara and nero marquina. £147, lussostone.com
‘Constantin’ dog carrier, The Painter’s Wife
Made from hard-wearing cotton canvas, this design is for handbag dogs of a more creative nature. There’s a leash and pocket inside for safety and essentials, while the colour palettes have been chosen to suit stylish outfits (both yours and your pets). £94.99, petsofponsonby.co.uk
‘Tigrito’ cat bowl, Alessi
Miriam Mirri’s design for Alessi is something of a classic, made from thermoplastic resin and stainless steel. It’s the playful practicality of the design we love – with the handle resembling the cat’s tail. £80, uk.alessi.com
‘Travel 50’ pet carrier, Celine
This is the feline equivalent of travelling in first class. Printed with Celine’s ‘Triomphe’ pattern, with gold finishing and a leather handle, this is pure luxury for pet owner’s that believe in giving their cat only the best. £1,550, celine.com
‘Strawberry Thief’ dog bed, Morris & Co
One of William Morris’s most instantly recognisable patterns is now available in dog bed form, bringing the arts & crafts aesthetic to the pet world. With a fully removable (and washable) cover and anti-slip base, this is a design classic with practical credentials. From £90, johnlewis.com
‘Room Service’ dog bowl, French Bandit
Anyone with a cat or dog knows that we are often just staff to our four-legged friends, providing food, cleaning up after them… Lean into the role with this tongue-in-cheek retro-inspired ceramic design by French Bandit. It’s dishwasher safe, so at least that’s one chore made easier! £22, french-bandit.com
‘Bliss Bolster’ dog bed, Charley Chau
Created by sisters Christine and Jenny Chau for their pack of greyhounds, this dog bed is the product of many years of testing. The result is four ethically-sourced duck-feather-stuffed cushions that provide premium comfort. It may be that your dog ends up having a cosier night’s sleep than you do. From £275, charleychau.com
