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There are cute animal photos and cool animal photos and these portraits by Yago Partal seem to walk that fine line! Ordinarily, I’m pretty sure most wouldn’t find a bull to be cute, but when he’s wearing one of my favorite trends of the season, the leather moto jacket, I cannot help myself. And how cool does this llama look in his quilted suede jacket. Is it weird to take style cues from animals?

My personal favorite? Yep, you guessed it…
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Be sure check out more from Yago Partal, complete with the option to buy prints or cards!

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Calling all cat ladies, this giveaway is for you! These handmade ceramic magnets are an exclusive collaboration straight from the creative minds of Baba Souk and super talented ceramicist Emily Reinhardt. I love the mix of gold, dots, and lacquered black — I’d call it the perfect amount of cattitude, don’t you think?

To enter the giveaway, leave a comment below with your favorite pet name. The name could be real or imaginary, it’s up to you. For example, I have always wanted to get a big, giant dog and name him Glitter.

One winner will be chosen at random by Friday April 5, 2013 at 10 am EST. Open to US and Canadian residents only. Winner will receive 3 magnets, one in each color. Retail value is $28.

Please note it takes a couple of minutes for each comment to post. Don’t worry, it’s there!

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Talk about the perfect stationery to use for all your cat lady pen pals (ahem, Anne and Kelly)! Designed and printed in Brooklyn by Alex Labriola, Al Stampa seriously has some of the cutest notecards I’ve seen in a good while. As the proud owner of a black and white kitty, I love how each card captures one of her many evocative poses. I have to say though, this one is rather reminiscent of Ms. Loaf Cat herself…

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Be sure to check out Al Stampa’s entire offering here!

photos by me for Jojotastic

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We all know I’m a bit of a cat lady, right? As if it wasn’t obvious enough, I just decided that I need these cotton totes from the boutique Amelia Presentsboth of them. They would be absolutely purr-fect for my Sunday morning trips to the market…

Totes available here. Photos via Amelia Presents.

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There’s a new dog on the block at Anthro and I have to say… I am quite smitten. Meet Olive the pug! I am usually not one for small dogs… I prefer to run and rough house and get physical, but there is something about Olive that I can’t deny. Maybe it’s those glistening, doleful eyes, her rolls-upon-rolls neck, or just the way her feet are ever so lightly dipped in black, but I am helpless to her pug-powers.

Wanna see more of my new bff Olive? Follow me on Instagram!

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Have you guys seen Maddie on Things? I know, I know, not the latest Internet sensation, but I really could not help myself when these holiday-specific shots surfaced. I’m totally not in a life phase where I can have a dog, but when I do, I want my dog to be awesome like Maddie. Oh, and I want to bundle my future-dog in twinkly lights. Just cuz.

images via Maddie on Things

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If you follow me on Instagram, you know that I positively adore dogs. Every time I go to Seattle, I make a special point to see one very important pooch, Frankie. I’ve been in his life ever since he was a wee little pup and now, even though I live 3,000 miles away, I love to keep up with whatever insanity he’s gotten into — whether it’s still not knowing how to play fetch properly or shredding the mail. Here in Philly, it’s a bit tough for me to have a dog of my own, so I volunteer at a local shelter called Operation Ava on Friday and Saturday nights. No matter what mood I’m in, those pups ({and kitties!} perk me right up. Seriously, volunteering at the shelter is one of the most gratifying things I’ve ever done.

Here are a few pup-tastic treats that I think Frankie {or Maria… or Carson…} would love:

  1. RecycleBone from Branch
  2. Natural leash from Domestic Beast — they are offering $2 shipping all month on gifts!
  3. Dog bone ornaments from Uncommon Goods
  4. Urban Country bowl from Domestic Beast
  5. Crocheted bone from Terrain
  6. Bow tie collar from Silly Buddy — Frankie would look so dapper in this!
  7. Brush from ORE Originals
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Have you heard? I’m a bit of a cat lady. Georgette is basically my bff for life — she knows how to read my moods, knows the best way to cuddle, and always looks happy to see me. Usually, I get her one of those stockings full of jingly jangly toys, but this year I’m feeling a bit sappy and want to change it up for her. You know, so she knows I care. Obviously.

Here are some purr-fect gifts for your little fuzz faces {I had to!!}:

  1. Kittypod plush pillow
  2. Treats tin from Domestic Beast — they are offering $2 shipping for all gifts!
  3. Bakers’ twine from Anthropologie — not just for gift wrapping!
  4. Slurp cat bowl from Mungo & Maud
  5. DJ cat scratching pad from Uncommon Goods
  6. Recycled canvas pounce toy from ORE Originals
  7. Cat nip garden in a bag from Branch
  8. Pod bed from GSelect
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Juicy Couture, stop it right this minute. They decided to photograph their holiday collection on cats and it basically leaves me speechless, but making grabby motions with my hands. I can’t even. No words.

Well played, Juicy. Well played.

via Refinery29

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Guys, have you heard the news?? Free People just launched the edgiest, coolest line of pet beds and accessories. I’m talking dip-dyed rope leashes, tie dyed harnesses, and a cat tee pee — yes, a cat tee pee. While I’m disappointed that Georgette wasn’t featured in their photoshoot, I am very proud of my sister company for showcasing some of the amazing dogs from the home office. See Oliver here? Yeah, we hang out.

Interested in knowing more about the shoot? Head on over to Free People’s blog and check out the video!

images via Free People

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