September 5, 2007

Welcome to the Doghouse

Topiary Dogs

Organic bones were the gateway substance. The Furminator soon followed. But it was the compound-pharmacy glucosamine remedy for achy hind legs (prescribed by your naturopathic vet) that really signaled a problem.

Hello, my name is _____. And I’m a total petaholic.

You could begin the slow road to recovery. (Back away from the canary.) Or you could take a step in the other direction with Topiary Dogs, the cat’s meow of canine obsessions.

Like grown-up versions of Chia Pets, the sturdy wire frames come bare so you can grow-it-yourself or predecorated with soft sphagnum moss. With 30 breeds (from Boston Terriers to Westies), you’re bound to find your sweet pup’s doppelgänger.

Buy a pair to keep him company while you’re at work. Or festoon one with lights for a garden party to set tongues and tails wagging. The moss lasts for months with minimal maintenance.

Making it remarkably easy to get with the program.

Available at Urban Dogs, 2036 Bellevue Square, Bellevue (425-456-0009 or urban-dogs.com).