As I've gradually become more active in the dog-blogoshpere (yes, it's been gradual) I've found myself conducting more impromptu research on all kinds of pooch products, from food and treats to toys and harnesses, and literally anything in between.
Last weekend, while exploring the new Tivoli Village shopping center in the Summerlin community of Las Vegas, I came across an unexpected treasure trove for the modern dog owner called The Dog House. What a find! This place is honestly one of the COOLEST pet boutiques that I've come across ANYWHERE - and we're lucky enough to have them all to ourselves, right here in Vegas!
I spoke with one of the owners very briefly (the place was hoppin' for a boiling, 105-degree Sunday afternoon!) and got a quick and dirty background on the store.
This is their first retail outlet, which is a spinoff of The Good Dog Food Company, which is (as the name implies) focused on premium, natural pet foods and treats.
The retail location (The Dog House) takes this a step further by offering not only the full line of natural foods and treats, but also holistic supplements and pet care products. And the REAL cool factor comes into play when you take a look at all of the unique gift items, including paintings and drawings, cool collars and leashes, harnesses, home decorations, and much more. All very cool, and even more unique (you won't find ANY of this stuff at PetSmart). Part of the reason for that is that a lot of the art and other products available at the store have been made locally.
And they take this approach a step further by offering personalized petraits (pet portraits!) on Saturday afternoons by local artist Kenton McDonald from 12-4pm.
I'm planning a trip back there soon, and I'll be armed with my video camera to get some footage to share with out-of-towners to better prepare yourselves for shopping online (which you can do at their website).
I could go on, but the best thing you can do is check it out for yourself, if you haven't already.
The Dog House
400 S. Rampart #140
Las Vegas, NV 89145
(702) 496-4006
info@gooddogfoodcompany.com
http://gooddogfoodcompany.com/the-dog-house
Hours:
Monday-Saturday 10-9
Sunday 11-6
Holiday hours may vary.
