Now Your Dog Can Tweet Too

Mattel has created a product called "Puppy Tweets" so that your dog can update his activities throughout the day. Think of it as a pseudo doggie cam. Meaning, you can gauge exactly what your animal is doing while you're at work. According to CNN Money, "Puppy Tweets is a plastic tag with a sound and motion sensor that you attach to your pet's dog collar and connect its USB receiver to your computer. Then you create a Twitter account for your dog and enjoy updates all day from Sparky or whatever its name is on your computer or smartphone."

The tag on your dog's collar is set with several pre-recorded Tweets. So, for example, if your dog is snoozing, he'll Tweet, "Some days it feels like my paw is permanently on the snooze button!" If he's barking, his Tweet will saying, "YAHOOO! Some days you just gotta get your bark on." No, I did not come up with these, and frankly, I'd say that Mattel could come up with something a little more clever...and slightly less cheesy. No word on what your dog will Tweet if he's chewing up your stilettos or pooping in your apartment.

Puppy Tweets will be available at retailers in the fall, and it will cost about $29.99.

Would you ever buy something like this, or do you think it's absurd? I think it's slightly ridiculous, but then, I think Riley's updates would basically only prove that she's a narcolept.

Great Discounts on Dog Beds

If your dog goes through beds as quickly—or you're just looking to save cash—take a look at The Uncommon Dog's website. They offer the best prices on name brand dog beds, and discounts are often around 20 percent off. (Think of it like Marshall's or TJ Maxx.) They offer beds from some of my favorite brands, specifically eco-friendly companies like Bowsers and Harry Barker. You can even narrow your search by print, size, fabric, shape, features, or price. Another bonus? They give 10 percent of their annual net profits to the ASPCA.

To check out dog beds at discounted prices at Uncommon Dog, click here.

Is This Wrong?

I can't decide. In the Company of Dogs makes holiday costumes for pets, and they seem to be equal parts hilarious and degrading. You can get them for just $19.95, and if you order by Monday, December 21^st, you can get one in time for Christmas. Joy to the world, right?

My guess is, your dog would rip the mini-legwarmers off his paws within seconds. Still, I kind of want one.

To look at more ideas from In the Company of Dogs, click here.

To view a previous post on holiday gifts for dogs and dog lovers, click here.

Looking for the Perfect Stocking Stuffer?

Yeah, well, this is not it. But if you're looking for a gift for the dog owner who has everything, you're in luck. Yes, they're dog butt(hole) covers. I'll let the Etsy seller of these little gems do the talking: "Is your pet feeling left in the dirt because of his/her unsightly rear? I’ve got them covered... Rear Gear is handmade in Portland, OR and offers a cheerful solution to be-rid your favorite pet’s un-manicured back side."

For just $5, you can get designs including a disco ball, air freshener, heart, flower, biohazard, smiley face, number one ribbon, cupcake, sheriff's badge, or dice. And if you're feeling really inspired? You can even custom design your own.

The seller's tagline? "No more Mr. Brown Eye." I'll be honest with you: I don't spend too much time worrying about the aesthetics of my dog's...um, anus. But this made me laugh harder than I have in a long time. Enjoy.

(For more information, click here.)

Amazing, Eco-Friendly Dog Collars

These are some of the cutest dog collars I've seen yet! Made by Mascot, they come with stripes in a variety of colors, a horseshoe print, or as a preppy sailor's knot. The collars range from about $18.00-$38.00.

Not to sound too girly and gushy, but these are really cute, right? The company also makes toys, accessories, leads, and apparel. Check them out here.