1:45pm
Details on Black Wednesday parties announced at Liar's Club, Buddha, Lava, darkroom and Bar Deville
1 Double the fun
This raised tray feeder is great for your pet’s spine alignment and also means less mess. $90 at Doggy Style (2023 W Division St, 773-235-9663)
2 Blast from the past
Allow your dog to channel Donovan with this mellow yellow retro ceramic bone dog bowl. $36 at Tails in the City (1 E Delaware Pl, 312-649-0347)
3 Keep it simple
These simple, emblazoned bowls by Bauer Pottery are inspired by minimalist Depression-era designs and come in a slew of warm hues. $22 at Sam & Willy’s (3405 N Paulina St, 773-404-0400)
4 Hot Coco
Even if your furry pal can’t wear a little black dress, appease her refined tastes with this quilted Coco Bow bowl, à la Chanel. $32 at Tails in the City
5 Sit! Stay!
Curvy and light catching, this sculptural Yum! bowl has a nonskid bottom, is microwave safe and has an inner grip, making it easy to carry. $34 at Red Dog House (2031 N Damen Ave, 773-227-7341)
6 Wag the dog
This wag front and back set perfectly illustrates dogs who never stop chasing that elusive tail…even at dinnertime. $40 at Zulu Dog & Cat Boutique (3919 N Lincoln Ave, 773-281-2009)
7 Bronze medal
You already slip your pet your table scraps and let him lounge in your favorite chair, so give him the royal treatment with this posh bronze crown paw bowl. $34 at Red Dog House
I, too, am an independent freelance bowl stylist. I can truly relate to your pieces.