3. Top-Tier Tail-Wagging Travel Time

World travelers can take their dogs with them.  On Virgin Atlantic, for example, pets travel in a cargo hold that’s heated and air-conditioned just like the cabin.  Tickets can cost about the same price as one for a human companion, plus fees for pick up from the aircraft, transportation in an air-conditioned pet quarantine van, customs clearance and ground handling.

For owners of adventurous dogs, a Canadian snowshoeing trip costs $110 per person, including dogs, at Dog Paddling Adventures.  And for those who prefer sailing, a designer life vest is a must have, and can run you about $30.

To keep your dog cozy on camping trips, you’ll need a Ruffwear Bachelor Pad Dog Bed Fleece Dog Bed.  Its 1-inch thermal padding insulates your pooch from the cold, hard ground.

4. Canine Castles

If your dog is more of a stay-at-home type, a comfy bed is a must.  Your pup can sleep in style on a pet sofa from S&H Pet Products, $199, which is made with a memory foam cushion with a microfiber faux suede cover atop two drawers constructed with solid wood, giving you ample space to store toys, treats and clothes.

Want fancier? Buy a faux chinchilla sleigh bed, for $650. A Harlequin Pom-Poms Bed, $1,400, comes with polka dot throw pillows and velvety pom-pom trim.

You can also let your pooch play house in an Aluma Den, $275, that doubles as a living room end table.

For puppy sleepovers, Paris Hilton’s line of dog clothing includes a pink satin nighty, $70. And if you like to dress like your dog and feel like dressing down, a $39 Notorious D.O.G. Hoodie at Trixieandpeanut.com could be a good look.

5. High-end Paw-traitures

A real dog lover’s home is not complete without a portrait of your best friend.  You can send your favorite picture of your pooch to Renee Grant for a $600 18-by-24 inch painted pet portrait.

If you’d prefer a more lifelike homage to your dog, Wendy Lam at GoofyImage in New York offers photo shoots for dogs, as well as lessons for dog lovers who want to photograph their best friends.  Photo shoot packages starts at $350 and use your dogs' favorite hangouts, like parks, beaches, outdoor cafes or your home, as a backdrops.  Packages include a disk with all images, and custom prints are optional for an additional fee.  Photography lessons start at $250 and combo package start at $400.

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