A PLUG FOR PRETENTIOUS POOCH

This blog is a plug for my son and son-in-law's pet boutique in Baltimore, Maryland. If you have a pooch and live within the driving distance of this city, I would ask you to please stop by and take

a look at their shop. It is a charming little location on Cathedral Street in heart heart of the Mt. Vernon District, just a few doors up from the City Cafe.

Their wares include all kinds of collars and leashes to match from a cheap little ribbon-type up to the most expensive leather, crystal or metal trim your pooch desires. They also carry a couple tiara's for that pooch that just has to be queen for the day.

Add on some really neat raincoats, sweaters, winter jackets, and t-shirts, not to forget birthday party packets,

original Xmas ornaments, books, and many other miscellaneous items too numerous to mention.

When it comes to food items, the well-loved dog can come out with all kinds of speciality foods, gourmet treats (many home made) or perhaps some bagged sweet-potato treats. They also custom-make pooch birthday cakes. Holistic foods and supplements are also featured.

The store also features a very unique shopping experience. Items are not displayed on peg boards and hanging on hooks. You will find everything displayed in reproduction antique amories, tables, and stands. You will be greeted by the store cat, Schnutzer, and if it isn't a Thursday, you might also get to meet the store mascot, Chai, who is an American Bulldog and also famous for being MY GRAND-DOG. You will see a crystal chandelier, a bakery case with goodies, and a very unique paint job.

Also joining the collection is all up-scale brands of grooming products to keep FIDO looking his best and feeling clean and comfortable. You'll also find a small selection of cat toys, which certainly keep Schnutzer happy.

Another item is unique dog and cat dishes and feeding mats, dog beds, dog carriers, cat collars, and personal ID tags.

If you cannot make it to Baltimore, please visit their web store at http://www.pretentiouspooch.com/ and check out the supply (and make a purchase or two).

I sometimes am in the store also, and will be assisting Chris and Tom at the Annual Walk of the Animals, to benefit the Maryland SPCA on April 19th. We will have a booth there and will be custom engraving tags so stop by and visit. Chai will be looking for you!!!!!