Spoil your pets while supporting Minnesota businesses. From cozy dog fleece and cat toys to modern birdhouses, these locally made finds are as stylish as they are practical.
GOLDPAW
Led today by the founder’s daughter, Rebecca Gadd, Goldpaw continues a vibrant family legacy of American-made pet apparel and accessories born right here in Minnesota. The brand’s core ethos is rooted in uncompromising quality, sustainability, and canine comfort. Goldpaw’s signature Stretch Fleece exemplifies this mission. Crafted from an incredibly soft, highly breathable fabric, this dynamic garment provides essential warmth while moving flawlessly with your dog. Stretch Fleece, starting at $32; goldpaw.com
PROJECT HIVE PET CO.
Founded by husband-and-wife team Jim Schifman and Melissa Rappaport Schifman, Project Hive marries pet care with environmental stewardship. Bringing over two decades of sustainable business expertise to their brand, the Schifmans have built a Certified B Corporation right here in Minnesota, proving that mindful consumption extends to our loyal companions. Their durable Hive Chew Toy is infused with a wild berry scent and provides calming sensory therapy and engaging play while actively supporting vital bee habitats. Small Hive Chew Toy in Wild Berry, $14.99; projecthivepetcompany.com
YEOWWW! CATNIP
Founded over 25 years ago by the late visionary Kevin Duck, Yeowww! Catnip remains a Minnesota staple for our feline companions. Utilizing 100-percent organically grown catnip free of any fillers, these brightly colored toys provide endless, safe stimulation while looking genuinely charming scattered across your living room floor. It is the ultimate everyday feline indulgence. Daisy’s Flower Tops, $5.99 each; yeowww.com
FELINE GROVE
Founded by biochemist Allison Zank, Feline Grove is a design-forward brand that blends pet care and botanical science with impeccably tasteful toys. Zank recognized that our feline companions deserve thoughtfully crafted objects that beautifully complement the modern home. This sculptural whisker vase keepsake provides a sophisticated, designated place to lovingly collect your cat’s naturally shed whiskers, transforming a simple discovery into a cherished piece of functional art. Whisker Vase, $12; felinegrove.com
LOLL DESIGNS
Founded by Greg Benson, Loll Designs champions sustainable outdoor living. Loll transforms recycled plastic into exceptional modern pieces. Its Rapson Modern Birdhouse is an architectural masterpiece fit for two bird families. Based on an actual sketch by midcentury architect Ralph Rapson, this chic avian bungalow strikingly resembles his 1971 design of Hope Lutheran Church in Minneapolis. It provides a sanctuary for your garden or birdwatching patio. Rapson Modern Birdhouse, $245; lolldesigns.com
