PopGadget: As with most dog owners, we love our small “herd” ( three beautiful rescue doxies) but their breath is another matter. My husband uses that old expression, “It could stop the windmill on an old Dutch painting,” or something like that.
So along comes DogToids of course, doggie breath mints. Made with parsley to freshen breath. these “yummy” dog bones are made from a combination of beef liver and fish flavors come in a handy tin. My dogs pronounced them” delicious!” Did it improve their breath? Briefly.
DogToids — Just What You Think They Are [PopGadget]

CoolHunting: Forget toting dogs, iguanas or other pets, nothing will impress the in-crowd like bringing a bird to class or work. And now you can—on your back—in the PetPocket Bird Carrier. The PetPocket is a transportable birdcage, complete with a removable bottom tray and two toy hanging loops from the top. The backpack holds small to medium-sized birds (including but not limited to parakeets, conures, canaries, finches, budgies, and lovebirds). Keep your feathered friend close, safe, and with you always.
PetPocket Bird Carrier [CoolHunting]

Nerd Approved: As if your pet isn’t pampered enough, you can get it this Air Conditioned Dog House and get them one step closer to your sedentary self. You could take the simpler and cheaper route of just letting the dog stay inside, unless that conflicts with your own sedentary lifestyle. Getting up to let them out a couple of times is pretty hard work. But the only question that matters is, “Whose dog deserves to live in an air conditioned house?”
Air Conditioned Dog House [Nerd Approved]

ProductDose: I love dogs. I hate picking up dog poop. This Poop Freeze product doesn’t make the poop go away but at least it removes that steaming, mushy texture that still makes you feel gross even through the plastic bag. It freezes the droppings so you can just pluck it up without having to deal with scraping it from the ground. The spray is grass and environmentally safe.
Poop Freeze [ProductDose.com]

TrendCentral: Anyone whose family includes a dog knows that getting Fido to take his vitamins is even harder than getting the kids to eat spinach. Rather than having to shove a horse pill down your dog’s throat or “hide” it in its food only to have it spit out, these innovative new vitamins from OVN can be added straight to the waterbowl or poured over food. And because they come in flavors like chicken, bacon jerky, and liver, your dog will be able to stay healthy and happy.
Easy Dog Vitamins [TrendCentral]

Born Rich: eCrate is a modern take on traditional fido carriers from esteemed
industrial designer Peter Pracili. The NYC artist has partnered with Sexy Beast to launch this revolutionary new egg shaped dog crate. The eCrate cage was constructed from 60 individually welded wires and collapses to half its size for easier storage when not in use so you can take it along wherever you go. This modern design is available in chrome, white and black to fit beautifully into any home. Each eCrate ships with a crate liner for $580. And, if you want more comfort for your poocie, custom fit velvet cushions are available in charcoal grey and Sexy Beast’s signature purple. Carry your fido in style.
eCrate for Sexy little Beasts [Born Rich]

The Red Ferret Journal: Automatic Refill Dog Water Bowl. Dang, that’s cool, Marge. Now if we can only find something that does the same thing for dog food, we’ll never have to see that mangy mutt again.
This 1.8 gallon automatic stainless waterer attaches to any garden hose and provides consistent fresh water for your pet at all times. The bowl is fabricated from heavy duty hygienic stainless steel with a durable cover (removes for easier cleaning) made from high density polypropylene, which protects the mechanical float valve providing safety and reliability. Ideal for your cat, dog, sheep, goat, or other animal hydration needs.
Automatic Refill Dog Water Bowl [The Red Ferret Journal]

EARTHtimes.org: Sugar Inc. announced today the launch of PetSugar.com, a new site geared toward pets and the people who love them. The site is celebrating its debut with a $500 Petco gift certificate giveaway that will be offered at PetSugar.com. With PetSugar’s launch, Sugar Inc. repeats its proven formula of combining incisive lifestyle and entertainment editorial with user-generated content.
“The popularity and indulgence of pets has grown to be one of the most popular topics across the Sugar Network,” said Lisa Sugar, Editor-in-Chief of Sugar Inc. “PetSugar is packed with useful information and entertaining features that will engage pet owners. So whether your pet is perched on your shoulder, carried in a designer dog carrier, or sleeping on your lap – PetSugar has something for everyone who loves or is loved by an animal.”
From product information and reviews to spotlights on celebrities and their pets, PetSugar is an entertaining and definitive source on topics related to pets and their pet owners. In addition, PetSugar has fun, interactive programs such as polls, quizzes and a featured Pet of the Week. PetSugar extends the Sugar Network’s unique combination of world-class editorial and social networking by enabling users to establish profiles for their pets, and through them, further connect and share with the community.
Sugar Inc. Launches PetSugar.com, Dedicated Site to All Things Furry, Feathered, Feline and More [EARTHtimes.org]

Popgadget: My poor dog, Zach, has been mostly indoors for the last couple of weeks due to the heat wave. He just loves to come everywhere with me, but I dare not leave him in the car while I run errands or even take him on long walks. We might both pass out on the sidewalk.
While this ChillyDog vest won’t help me much, it might keep Zach cool enough to go around the block without panting. If I don’t make it, he can drag me home and put me in front of the air conditioning vent until I come to. It’s a low tech cooling device, basically just ice packs inside of a vest, but not a bad idea really, especially for working dogs who have to be outdoors at times even in this miserable weather.
Keep your dog cool with ChillyDog [Popgadget]

CherryFlava: In the world of gadgets for your car – we just know that nothing is going to sell better than this painfully simple device.
It’s no secret that domestic canines simply cannot resist sticking their heads out of the window of a moving vehicle. For whatever reason, they seem to really enjoy the idea of traveling at 700km/h [that's 100km/h in dog speed], ears flapping around like a drag queen at a beauty contest and their eyes appropriately closed in pure bliss – until the car hits a bump in the road….and they bite down on their tongues like a Beeno biscuit.
The Outward Hound Window Dog Chin Rest has therefore been invented to prevent these unfortunate incidents. It slides over the edge of an open window, creating a nice cushion for canine chins.
Cool product idea: How to car(e) for your dog [CherryFlava]

Iconoculture: Leased cars. Vacation condos. And now, timeshare dogs. FLEXPETZ lets dog lovers who don’t have the time or space to be full-time pet owners make playdates with dogs from breed-rescue shelters.
FLEXPETZ members pay $40 a month, plus a daily fee, and can reserve their dog of choice online. But before part-time companions start tossing Frisbees to Fido, they must go through mandatory training with a certified FLEXPETZ handler.
Not all dog lovers can care for canine companions 24/7. Renting a favorite breed for a few hours or several days is a great option for consumers who travel a lot or live in buildings that don’t allow dogs.
FLEXPETZ fetches dogs for part-time owners [Iconoculture]