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Several years ago, Hollywood celebrities started the trend. Celebrities had been indulging in stylish wardrobes for themselves for decades. It suddenly became apparent that their pooch’s attire was not in keeping with their own stylish garments. These dogs, scantily clad in only a collar and leash, were not as stylish as they might be. Something had to be done. So, the pet industry responded with enthusiasm for this new hot trend. Thus, the designer dog boutique was born, creating a new niche market. Celebrity watchers soon picked up on the trend and designer dog boutiques sprouted up all over the country. The rest is history.

Today, there is virtually no article of clothing and accessories that remains untapped. Although I haven’t spotted underwear for dogs – yet – anything else you, or your dog might want to wear is available.

The ordinary dog collar and leash are now passe for some dog owners and dog fashion hounds. The most popular are heavy-duty nylon, with woven designs of hearts, bones, gender descriptive designs, plaids, stripes and jewel bedecked numbers. Some collars are lined on the inside with a gel backing, for added comfort. Dog collars, leashes and step-in harnesses are just the beginning of the offerings found in the designer dog boutiques.

The designer dog clothiers are thriving. Just as with human fashions, some of the haute couture designer dog boutiques have seasonal collections, featuring catalogs of this season’s latest dog fashions!

The days of old fashioned pets and pet supply stores might just be gone…