September 2006

This month at Metropawlis

The rumors are absolutely not true!  Metropawlis is not moving to Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills!  Okay, there are no such rumors, and we're very happy bringing joy to the lives of Milwaukee pets and their human companions.  But, we've had some exciting calls from Hollywood that we want to share with you.  Plus, as we do each month, we'd like to provide some news about new items in store and some Very Important Pet savings.  Finally, if you haven't caught YouTube's best pet videos, we have some links you'll enjoy!

Hollywood comes to Metropawlis!

Happy Trails PLUS pet stroller in Cooking with Paula DeenMetropawlis and JustPetStrollers.com (one of our online boutiques) were asked to participate in a celebrity suite at this year’s Emmys!  We provided a Happy Trails Pet Stroller and a Pet Gear Ultralight Pet Stroller to the EXTRA Awards Lounge, which drew stars such as Tori Spelling, Alana Stewart, Alyson Hannigan, Cheryl Hines, Jai Rodriquez, Kathy Griffin, Maggie Grace, Ming Na, and Tia Carrere. We haven’t yet had any “star” sightings with our strollers, but hope to see them rolling through Hollywood soon!

A few days later, staffers from My Name is Earl called to order a Kittywalk Pink Pet Stroller for an upcoming episode.  We're not sure when (or even if) it will appear, but should Earl, Joy, Randy, or Darnell roll a pet stroller across your television screen, you'll know it came from Milwaukee!

Finally, two of our pet strollers and some Three Amigos Dog Treats were featured in a special pet section in the national magazine "Cooking with Paula Deen."  Paula, a pet lover herself, is known to many “foodies” from her TV show on the Food Network.  Featured in the article were the Happy Trails PLUS Pet Stroller and the Kittywalk Original Pet Stroller!

New Pet Products at Metropawlis

Each and every month we bring exciting new products into the store so that you'll find each visit to be a new experience.  Here is this month's batch of new items for cats and dogs:

Isle of Dogs™ Grooming System. You may have read about Isle of Dogs™ in the Journal Sentinel.  This local company is devoted to providing innovative products and quality grooming care for your special friend. We are pleased to introduce this new line, which includes a wide variety of formulas for individual coats and skin. Metropawlis personnel are happy to assist you in selecting the correct products for your dog’s particular needs or if you prefer, you can log on to www.iodogs.com and create your dog’s customized profile.

New Three Amigos Bakery Products. Three Amigos has been busy creating new products for your pet to enjoy. Purchase one of our new Gift Baskets for a new puppy, for a birthday, to perk up a sick pup or just because! Each basket contains four peanut butter treats with yogurt and carob coatings.

Football Apparel, Collars & Treats.  Now that football season is upon us, your pet wants to show his or her team spirit! Outfit your dog in an officially-licensed Packer jersey (or Bears jersey for you Illinois folks). If apparel is not your dog's thing, add some team spirit with a Packer or Badger collar! And when halftime arrives, be prepared with fresh-baked Packer & Badger dog treats from Three Amigos Pet Bakery!

Birthday Items for your Pooch:  Celebrating your dog’s birthday with a home party is a great way to mark his or her special day! Metropawlis' birthday selections include hats, invitations, napkins, birthday-themed toys and apparel, and birthday bones – all ready for immediate purchase. Custom, personalized cakes and treat party platters are also available for purchase but require a 7- to 10-day notice. Stop in today to pick up a brochure.  

Natural Peacock Feathers for Kitties: Sometimes the classic toys are the best, and cats always love peacock feathers.  These sturdy feathers are 35 to 40" long and are natural moulted feathers.

September VIP specials for you!

This month you can save 25% Off all in-stock pet beds.  Make sure your pet is warm and cozy this Fall & Winter in a new bed from Metropawlis! Selections include the following and more:

Earth Dog Hemp Beds: The removable, washable inner bags are 100% unbleached cotton and stuffed with a mixture of recycled poly-cotton and scrap foam otherwise headed for landfill that won't ball up and stays fluffy. They are machine-washable and soften with time. (Please note that not all of the beds pictured at right are in stock.)

Furcedes and Barkswaggin Beatle Beds: These unique and plush beds are sure to please the pickiest of pets! Choose from two options in stock. Put the top down and relax in style in the Furcedes Bed. Or, here's your chance to grab the discontinued Barkswaggin Beatle bed. We have just two in stock, and once they're gone we won't be able to get more.  This bed is a must for pampered pups with it’s “SPOILED” license plate and removable Daisy toy in the dashboard.

Daisy Duke Cake Bed: The bed is made of a 8" thick foam and the bottom of the bed is covered with fabric. The cover is removable for washing. The inside pillow is machine washable and the insert is made of poly cotton which is also machine washable. Cake Pillow Sizes: Extra Small is 20" and Small is 25”.

Just the guys Bed: Made of Cotton Twill 8oz. fabric. The insert is made of a cotton poly and 5" deep. Will not condense more than an inch. The insert is also machine washable. Square Pillow Sizes: Small 25 x 25 x 5, Medium 30 x 30 x 5, Large 35 x 35 x 5.

Please stop by and remind us that you're a VIP when you check out.

3rd Ward Highlight: Rubin's & Design Within Reach

If you haven't been to the Third Ward in a while, you'll be surprised at all the changes.  Among the old favorites such as Rubin's are new home furnishing and decor stores, including Milwaukee's first Design Within Reach:

Rubin's Furniture has been a Third Ward fixture for years. A visit to Rubin's is a fun way to spend an hour or two perusing everything from the practical to the truly unique, including contemporary furniture, art, and decorator items for the home and office.

Design Within Reach opened its Milwaukee store several months ago.  DWR provides access to well-designed furnishings traditionally found only in designer showrooms. Their products include classic designs by Ray and Charles Eames, Mies van der Rohe, Alvar Aalto, George Nelson, Marcel Breuer and many others.

What's on the YouTube? 

We spend way too much time on YouTube, and apparently we're not alone--over 70 million videos are viewed each day on the site.  Of course, you need to be a little cautious as you surf the videos posted by other folks, so here are some of our favorite pet videos for your enjoyment:

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