If there’s anything I’ll be spending money on this Festive Season, it’s gifts for my cat, Puff, writes Cape {town} Etc’s, Robyn Simpson. Sure, she has spent her entire life playing hard to get, giving me sass and wakes me up at 3am for food, but her evening cuddles make it all worthwhile. And so, I think she deserves to be spoilt, along with the rest of Cape Town’s doggos and kitties.
Here are five local brands making magic for our furry friends:
Benji + Moon
Benji + Moon is an online pet shop offering a collection of locally handcrafted products for much-loved dogs and cats. They work with South African artisans to create cat collars, dog collars and leads, pet bowls and starter kits — proudly donating 5% of every purchase to CLAW (Community Led Animal Welfare).
- Shop: benjiandmoon.co.za
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Chommies
The Chommies ‘fairy tail’ began with two dogs, Hiker (better known as Superdawg) and Ringo who met unexpectedly at a farmers market in the heart of Cape Town. The two dogs hit it off immediately which led to a friendship, and business partnership between their humans, Nathalie and Zac. Every Chommies product is handcrafted with care by talented local artisans, sourcing almost all its materials from South Africa.
- Shop: chommies.com
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Dear Pet Company
The Dear Pet Co. team has worked long and hard to create essential walk and wear items that not only exude beauty and luxury but are also comforting but durable. All items have been handmade in South Africa using industrial sewing machines. All fabrics have been handpicked and selected to ensure that the range boasts sophistication and comfort.
- Shop: dearpet.co.za
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PupSak
PupSak beds are a hit with dogs, cats and pets who love to snuggle. They offer luxurious fabric covers to complement your home’s stylish interior, a comfortable foam filled inner and machine washable covers — perfect for your fur babies.
- Shop: pupsak.co.za
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Bark
Bark was started out of founder and Creative Director Grethe’s passion for animals, animal welfare and good design. Functional, pleasing to the eye, and above all, sustainable and made with purpose and the planet in mind. The brand is here to bring you, your hounds, cats and home beautiful and locally crafted collars, beds, ceramics and more.
- Shop: barkbygrethe.com
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Picture: Chommies