Doggie Gift Guide and a list of eaten things

This gift guide is dedicated to all the four pawed (or three in some cases) furry friends that offer loyalty, "friendship", and unconditional love...

I own two rescue dogs that have simultaneously made me want to rip out my hair and say "awwwwww" all at the same time (who else is capable of eliciting such an emotion?). You can see their silly mugs here.
I thought in celebration of the doggie gift guide, I'd list all of the things my dogs have eaten that have either caused me to call Poison control (they know me by name) or visit the emergency vet.

- full toilet paper rolls
-endless amounts of underwear, crotch only (ewwwww)
-a lighter
-a bar of soap
-a WHOLE bottle of prescription pills
-a lb of raw brown rice (think big vet bill)
-running shoes, hence why I no longer run (wink, wink).
-endless dog beds
-a dead deer carcass, I got the rotting head as a gift (think medical bill for myself for a bout of hysteria)
-a dog training manual (I was extra peeved about this one).

May the gift giving begin!
Mr. Roboto dog duvet $20 - $40

via Molly Mutt

Ricky rhino $28

via Swigg

Silver initial Pet ID Tag-Pick any letter $16

via Make your dog smile

Ok, this one's more for me, but I deserve a gift for taking care of the dogs...right?
Chihuahua Fiber Wall Art- Made to order $12

via Modern Art Everday

Custom Dog Collar-Christmas Trees on Blue $19.95

via Fido's fashion collars

This was first blogged about here.
Buddy's Best Cake Mix and Frosting $5.99

via Puppy Cake

Dog Treats in a Retro Tin by Harry Barker $12

via Earth Doggy

So, I have to know. What is the strangest thing your dog/animal has ever eaten?

{Disclaimer: I'm not trying to leave out all of the cat loving individuals, but i know nothing about them, and they kind of scare me. Many of the shops above have cat gift options too!}

Suicidal Dog

My dog just jumped off the roof. Yup, I have a suicidal dog. I think sometimes I give my dogs the benefit of the doubt and assume they won't do things like....oh I don't know, JUMP OFF THE ROOF!?! Luckily, she's not hurt. I happened to be on the roof at the time in my rocking chair (that's located on the roof) while talking to a friend on the phone. I screamed...like a little girl. The only other time I can remember screaming like that was years ago, my first year of school and I was being chased by a crazy man. Don't worry, I wasn't hurt, I was way to fast for him. So that brings me to the point of this post. Now that B and I are having to be a bit more transient with the pups, I've been looking for things to make going places w/them easier. I bought the Earthdoggy products I had previously posted and I love them. Now we're in need of transportable water bowls, which will be especially important before summer. Here's what I've come up with:

The cool thing about the Slurpabowl is that it can tie onto your dog's leash which means one less thing you have to carry. They're only good for a few uses and then you recycle them.
Slurpabowls on sale $4.99 each
source: The Container Store
This can fit into your wallett!
Acqua Bol $5
source: Ginger Pup Lane
Port-O-Bowl Travel Bowl $12 (also available in gray)
source: Trixie + Peanut
And in case you thought dog bowls were boring, it's an origami bowl. You know how I love origami!
Vengo Anch'io Origami Pet Travel Bowls $10 for a set of 10
source: Zwello
If Bella keeps trying to kill herself, I may be doing a post on pet antidepressants.

Dogs can have their cake and eat it too!

I love birthdays. I really only like birthdays and Christmas. All other holidays simply make a small blip on my radar. I'm ashamed to say I don't celebrate my dogs' birthdays, really, but I think I might change all that. Maybe I'll throw them both parties (another reason to have friends over, right?) and I'll allow them to induldge in this wonderful dog-friendly cake!

Chocolate that's safe for dogs...I'd be interested to see what it tastes like (I know, that's gross).
Fifi's Favorite Carob Cake Mix and Frosting $5.99
Buddy's Best Banana Cake Mix and Frosting $5.99

It only seems right that we would celebrate our very best friend's birthday with at least as much gusto as we do our own. How cute is that cake bone?source: Puppy Cake
{thank you Barkability for pointing me in the right direction}
Do you celebrate your pet's birthday? If so, how?

Earth friendly doggie

Next weekend, B and I are moving into a house with out a yard. This is an issue because we own two fairly large dogs who are used to a fence and an area to play. The dogs are also used to having a regular area to poop. Yes, I said it...poop. If you have a dog, you know what I mean. If you have a big dog, you really know what I mean. Dogs like structure and they form habits, much like people. Where you do your business is important for all of us (don't shake your head, you know it's true). Anyway, I'm going to need to purchase a few supplies to make this transition easier. This is a very real part of being a dog owner so if you don't like it, stick w/a cat.

Some dog waste bags perhaps?
Biodegradable Dog Waste Bags $6
source: Earthdoggy {via Barkability check this blog out!}

Dispensers so you don't have to walk w/a stinky bag and get funny looks from runners and cyclists (been there done that).
Dog waste dispenser w/biodegradable bags $12

Fun dog leashes to motivate me to walk more... not that I'm going to have a choice.
Deauville Dog Leash $22 (made w/100% certified recycled plastic)And don't forget the treats for when they behave!
All Natural Dog Biscuits $12

source (all products): Earthdoggy
Now if those dog biscuits only had some sedatives in them, they'd be perfect (I mean, earth friendly, of course:)