Life’s a Beach: Summer Fashion for Your Poolside Pup

With the sweltering temperatures this summer, everyone is suffering from the heat – including your pooch! Help your furry friend be cool and stylish with our trendy summer dog clothing and apparel. Does your fashion hound like to look swank while catching waves? Our Surf’s Up Dog Tee is sure to be a hit. With a choice for both your beach boy and girl, this is a great dog tee for a day at the beach. Take a look at our matching Surf’s Up Dog Toy – this amusing water resistant neoprene toy is perfect for a game of fetch by the coast! Nothing says ‘beach party’ like a beach ball! Our Beach Ball Dog toys come in two sizes, so they are enjoyable for dogs large and small! Soaking up some rays by the pool? Let your dog join the part with our swim wear for dogs! For your little girl, our Zuma Dog Bikini has a colorful floral print perfect for the pool. Our dog swim trunks come in three Hawaiian floral prints sure to look spectacular on your little boy. Looking for a cute summer dress for your precious dog? Our Summer Breeze Dog Dress is simply darling! This adorable dress offers a cute daisy pattern on gingham seersucker and a tiered skirt your pampered pooch is sure to love. Help your fur baby sail the seas in style with our Sail Away Sailor Dog Dress and our High Seas Dog Tank. These winsome, matching outfits are impeccable summer gear, offering opulent gold accents and an anchor emblem. With the dog days of summer all around us, it’s important to keep safe and cool. Indulge your hot dog with one of our cool summer fashions today!

Dogs: Baby’s Best Friend?

We all know that dogs are man’s best friend but a recent study published this week online and next month in Pediatric medical journal found that your furry friend could be baby’s best friend, too! This study, conducted in Finland on nearly 400 babies, discovered that babies who live with dogs and cats during the first year of their life could be healthier and suffer less ear infections and respiratory infections, like as the common cold. Dog exposure showed the most prominent results, but cats offered some protection as well. "The children having dogs at home were healthier, they had less ear infections and they needed less antibiotics," said Eija Bergroth, the study's lead author and a pediatrician who worked at Kuopio University Hospital, in Finland, at the time of the study.
This study was conducted by having parents complete weekly diaries with full disclosure on their child’s health and detailing the exposure they had with dogs and cats. The study started in the mother’s 3rd trimester and ran until the baby’s first birthday. One set of findings showed those children with dogs registered as being healthy for 73% of the time, compared to 65% of children with no pets or exposure to pets in their home. Overall, babies with cats or dogs are about 30% less likely to have respiratory infection symptoms, such as coughing, breathing problems, runny nose, and fever. They are also 44% less likely to develop ear infections and 29% less likely to require antibiotics.
The reasoning behind these results is that the dirt and germs a dog carries into the home may cause the baby’s immune system to mature more rapidly, which makes it more efficient against fighting off the viruses and bacteria that cause respiratory problems and help keep the child from developing asthma and allergies. The results back up the theory that keeping an infant’s environment overly sanitized is counterproductive to their health. While this is excellent news for homes who own dog and cats, it’s not great news for all – Asthmatic children shouldn’t be in homes with dogs or cats because the dander can negatively affect their condition. The conclusion is that while you shouldn’t purchase a dog expressly to protect your baby from sickness, you don’t need to stress about rehoming your dog or cat based on the fear that they will hurt your newborn.

Free Shipping on Orders Over $50!

Wanna save a little cash? Doggie Vogue has a Free Shipping special on all orders over $50! This is a great chance to stock up Summertime essentials for your dog! Need a new dog collar? We have everything from fancy jeweled dog collars to casual, everyday nylon dog collars. With choices in every color of the rainbow, you're sure to find a perfect match for your pampered pooch! If your fashion hound's wardrobe is wearing thin, check out our enormous selection of dog clothes! We have everything from designer attire to discount duds.Use the coupon code "SHIP4FREE". This coupon is good from now until Sunday, 7/16 @11:59PM.

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Just for boys: Top 10 items under $20

Let’s hear it for the boys! Sick of seeing ribbons and bows? Tired of pinks and purples? Here at Doggie Vogue, we know that boys like to be trendy, too. We have a huge selection of boy dog clothing and accessories to choose from for the style conscious male. Here are our top favorite items just for boys:

1. Tough Dog Bandana (3.99-$4.99) – These cute dog bandanas are great for dogs with a big attitude. Has our popular “Tough Dog” print with Velcro® tabs for an comfy fit and coordinates with the rest of our “Tough Dog” line.
2. Double Tugger Dog Toys ($8.99) – These furry dog toys are ideal for the sports fan! Shaped like sports balls, the plush bone is removable so you’re getting 2 toys in 1!
3. K9 Optix for Dogs ($12.99) - The only sunglasses made specifically for dogs! These dog sunglasses offer 100% UV Protection and have shatterproof lenses. Has a three strap adjustable system to fit any dog’s head with an extra wide bridge designed to fit a dog’s face.
4. Ruff N’ Tuff Dog Collar (7.99-$12.99) - These striking dog collars feature a glow in the dark skull print and are great for the biker pup! This heavy duty nylon dog collar features a quick release buckle. Glow in the dark pattern ensures extra safety on evening walks in the dark! Matching dog leash sold separetly.
 5. Ipaw’d Dog Toy ($13.99) - This cute dog toy is a great way to let your dog in on the current technology craze! Inspired by the hugely popular Apple Ipad, this colorful plush toy offers state of the art embroidered details!
 6. Polo Dog Shirt (8.99-$15.99) – These tailored-yet-casual dog shirts offer ribbed-knit cuffs, a knit collar and placket. Perfect choice for any dog’s wardrobe!
7. Biker Harness Dog Vest ($16.00) – Emblazoned with barbed wire details and featuring a skull and crossbones charm, this faux leather dog harness is both fashionable and functional. A great choice for your tough pup!
8. Pawz Natural Rubber Dog Boots ($12.00-$17.00) - Made of natural rubber, these boots are 100% biodegradable and are designed to go on easily and fit securely without zippers and straps. These dog boots offer serious protection from snow, ice, chemicals, salt, mud, hot pavement, and solves traction control problems.
 9. Black Bow Tie Dog Collar ($18.00) – This classy dress up dog collar features a detachable satin bow tie with Velcro® brand closure. Perfect for weddings and formal events!
10. I Heart Treats Dog Tank ($13.99-$18.99)  – This adorable dog tank is perfect for the food motivated pup! This cute and comfortable dog tank offers a sequin embellished heart and is made of 100% cotton.