Diamonds are Going to the Dogs… and the Cats

It’s a well known fact that pet owners have always spoiled their much beloved pooches and kitties. There are even entire websites that are devoted to providing every toy imaginable for much pampered pets along with a variety of sweaters, jackets and other clothing items that are specially designed for pets. One particular area of pet merchandise that is growing increasingly popular is that of pet jewelry. Yes, you read it right; retailers are now offering jewelry for pets. Not just the run of the mill rhinestone collars either. No, now we’re talking about necklaces, leashes and pretty much anything else you can think of embedded and encrusted with diamonds. 

At the top of the wish list for many pampered pups are diamond dog tags. These little trinkets can easily cost several thousand dollars but many pet owners feel the cost is well worth it. It is not unheard of for a diamond dog tag to go for $7,500 or even more. If you are not quite in the rank of a millionaire, but you still want to spoil your four legged friend, don’t worry. While such trinkets can go as high as tens of thousands of dollars, there are also more modest designs that go for as little as a few hundred dollars.

There are a variety of different designs available that are just dog gone cute, including fire hydrants, bones and many other designs and shapes. If you and your dog are really attached at the hip, you might even think about buying a set of duo dog tags so that you and your pooch can match. One can be placed on your dog’s collar while the other can be placed on a charm bracelet or a necklace for you. Naturally, duo dog tag sets are going to be more expensive than single tags, but if you know that you and your dog are worth it, what is a few thousand dollars?

Of course, if you are going to splash out on a diamond dog tag for your favorite pooch, then it only stands to reason that you would place it on something worthy of such beauty and elegance. After all, you wouldn’t place a diamond pendant on a cheap piece of costume jewelry, would you? In this case that means making sure that your beloved pooch has a quality leash and collar to go with that opulent dog tag. Luxury dog collars and leashes are also available with diamonds set right into the fabric. If you really want to make a statement and show how much you adore your pooch, you might also think about having your dog’s collar set with their birthstone. Another luxury option would be to alternate your dog’s birthstone with diamonds.

Most pet trinkets are set in yellow gold, but there are certainly plenty of other options such as silver and white gold. Other popular options include mixing diamonds with pearls.

While many of the products on the market today do seem to trend toward dogs that does not mean that cats have been left out. There are also plenty of collars and tags for felines as well. You can choose the same ideas for that special kitty in your life. Consider a charming diamond encrusted collar with a diamond fish bone pendant for Fluffy.

Other design options that you might consider for both species are diamond encrusted letters and initials for their names. The letters are typically detachable and can be used on any collar. This is a good option for those fashionistas who like the idea of matching their dog’s or cat’s collar to whatever cute clothing item their little friend might be wearing on a particular day. These items serve as a purr-fect accessory for the many pet clothing lines that are currently being produced today.

Pet jewelry has become so popular and fashionable that even some of the big name designers are getting in on the act. Gucci, in particular, has begun to produce a line of fashion accessories for both dogs and cats as well as other pets.

When pet jewelry first began to become available, it could typically only be found online but a number of upscale pet parlors and salons have now begun to carry the increasingly popular trinkets. It is little wonder that so many pet related businesses are getting in on what is looking to be a very promising specialty niche. Prospective customers include not only pet owners but also people who are looking for novelty gifts to give to pet lovers in their lives.

While the price of pet jewelry is certainly not on the low end, for those who can afford to spoil their pets, it is certainly a way to add elegance and sparkle to their best friends’ lives.