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Our mission is to get pet owners to start thinking about the items they buy for their pets in the same way they would buy something for themselves or their homes. We believe in harmony between function and design. Read Regular yarns about our favorite and new products and brands, trends, customer and staff spotlights, and industry insights.
Smack Bang Blog
2y ago
Baked treats for your pup's birthday party, gotcha day, or just 'coz!
We got so many requests for pupcakes after the SPCA Cupcake Day had finished (we raised over $500!), so we're a dog bakery now apparently! An unexpected but totally cute business twist.
Cupcakes, doggy macarons and cookies made by us with dog-friendly, human-grade ingredients, free from added sugar, artificial colours and flavours. Check out our Instagram or Facebook pages for our current goodies available in store. We're constantly trying out new recipes so be sure to keep an eye out!
Pupcake flavours, $5:
Banana & Pe ..read more
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2y ago
Join us as we explore the best dog-friendly cafés, restaurants, shops and parks our cool little capital has to offer. Got a dog-friendly spot you want us to visit? Leave a comment below! Check out our other Dog-Friendly blog posts here.
Who: Heyday Beer co
What: Bar, Craft Brewery & Gin Distillery
Where: 264a Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington
When: Tue/Wed/Thurs 4pm-late, Fri 2pm-late, Sat 12pm-late, Sun 12pm-7pm. Kitchen closes at 9pm. Times may vary
Perfect For: Good beer, good people, good dogs.
Dogs Allowed: Always, inside & out, under control at all times ..read more
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2y ago
Our most popular teepee designs in both sizes from Huts & Bay have just arrived back in stock! Art Pink, Check, Natural Leaf and Pinstripe Ivory. There's limited stock left of the Black Pinstripe and Art Camo. These two aren't being restocked so don't miss out!
Comfortable and easy to clean, these high-quality, designer teepee tents from South Korean brand Huts & Bay give your furry best friend their own space to chill while being able to watch the world go by - without compromising on design.
Dogs are naturally drawn to den-like spaces, so these luxe beds a ..read more
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2y ago
At least once a day for the last few months we’ve had phone calls from people looking to buy puppies and kittens (followed by angry comments like “well you’re not a pet shop then are you?!”). Sadly, the frequency of these calls increased tenfold in the weeks leading up to Christmas.
So we just wanted to clarify - we do not, have not, and will not sell animals.
For us, this is an ethical issue. Animals in pet stores have long been associated with irresponsible breeding practices like puppy farms, over-breeding, and keeping them in inhumane conditions (shout out to stores like Animates and PetS ..read more
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2y ago
On a mission for a scratch-free world
Every year around this time we're frequently visited by itchy dogs and their worried owners hoping to find something natural to help relieve their itchy skin, hot spots, and dry and cracked paws and noses.
We make a beeline straight for the Eezapet shelf (although any pet owners first point of call should always be their vet as there may be underlying conditions or allergies that need medical attention, particularly if this is new for your pet). We firmly believe every pet owner should have a jar of this in the cupboard - it comes in handy for literal ..read more
Smack Bang Blog
2y ago
Join us as we explore the best dog-friendly cafés, restaurants, shops and parks our cool little capital has to offer. Got a dog-friendly spot you want us to visit? Leave a comment below! Check out our other Dog-Friendly blog posts here.
Who: Golding's Free Dive
Where: 14 Leeds, Te Aro, Wellington (Hannah's Laneway)
When: Monday - Sunday 12pm-12am (last drinks at 11.15pm)
Perfect for: Relaxed socialising, day drinking
Dogs allowed: Any time! But those with nervous dogs should keep in mind it's a small bar that can get very busy and noisy, so best to ..read more
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2y ago
Its that time of year again! While it’s easy to get caught up in the rush of it all it’s important to remember the health and safety of our furry best friends. A little bit of forward planning and awareness ensures a happy and safe holiday season for everyone!
Food is a MASSIVE part of the classic kiwi Christmas, but unfortunately many of our faves aren’t so good for our pets. Avoid feeding your dog table scraps and make sure your guests are aware of the rules. Popular Christmas foods like ham, raisins, grapes and fruit mince pies, bread, alcohol, nutmeg, cooked bones, onions, chocolate and x ..read more
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2y ago
Calling all Wellington Doggos! For two days only, this is your chance to check out and try on a bunch of Mr Soft Top dog apparel we don't usually stock in store!
Come on down to our dog-friendly Tory Street store in the last weekend of June to meet designer Rachael and dog model Daisy, and view their collection of cozy merino tees, super soft new season hoodies, knitted sweaters and walking coats handmade in New Zealand from the highest quality materials. Check out our current items in store here.
Is there a specific product you want to see? Let us know!
Mr Soft Top Pop Up
Saturday 29t ..read more
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2y ago
Join us as we explore the best dog-friendly cafés, restaurants, shops and parks our cool little capital has to offer. Got a dog-friendly spot you want us to visit? Leave a comment below! Check out our other Dog-Friendly blog posts here.
Who: Parrotdog Bar
What: Bar & Craft Beer Brewery
Where: 60-66 Kingsford Smith Street, Lyall Bay, Wellington
When: Wednesday 3pm-10pm, Thursday 11am-10pm, Friday & Saturday 11am-late, Sunday 11am-10pm
Perfect For: Good times and good beer
Dogs Allowed: Always! They just ask that they be leashe ..read more
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2y ago
Mud rooms, grooming stations, doggy day spas, wash rooms - whatever you want to call them, they're genius and we're absolutely obsessed.
Often overlooked, interior designers are increasingly turning their focus to how we can better integrate the needs of our pets in the designs of our homes, and with more than 60% of New Zealand homes home to at least one pet, we say it's about time!
These six doggy-dedicated wash rooms are giving us some serious home envy.
1. Three Birds Renovations | House 8 Laundry & Powder Room
2. Dina Bandman Interiors | SF Showcas ..read more