A dog is "man's best friend" as well as being one of the family and, just like us, he deserves to be dressed to impress.
Luxury, handmade dog collars aren't just the domain of celebrity pets, there are companies which have a focus on doggy style, and give pooch access to a range of stunning collars featuring crystals, semi-precious gemstones, pearls and Italian glass beads.
Stylish canine apparel has long been popular with the A-list, such as Elton John, Mick Jagger, Britney Spears and Kelly Osbourne, as well as members of the British Royal Family.
One of the biggest trends in fashion for Fido or Fifi is ornate collars - the perfect accessory to brighten up the owner's and dog's day.
However, nowadays there are several companies which produce amazing collars that could possibly be described as works of art! Swarovski crystals adorn collars allowing our dogs to dazzle passers by when we walk them.
A veritable treasure trove of semi-precious gemstones can be hand sewn onto these luxury collars alongside various exotic beads that would previously never have been imagined to exist on a dog collar.
Think of a pampered pooch wearing a pearl dog collar, and you would probably picture a chihuahua or some kind of "handbag" dog carried around by a Hollywood celebrity like a fashion statement.
Not so now though.
Designer dog collars for giant breeds are increasingly popular, and you'll often see a Rottweiler, Great Dane or Dogue de Bordeaux wearing an extra wide collar crammed full of crystals, pearls and gemstones.
In essence, designer dog collars are becoming more and more affordable, and extravagant, so why not test the waters and treat your dog to some bling!