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Jul 23, 2010
08:51 AM
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Puppy Love

By Tara Behan

Tucked away among the baked goods, produce, flowers and fruit is the latest addition to Ardmore Farmers Market—something for four-legged friends and their owners only. Bark Avenue Boutique has everything one could possibly need to treat a favorite pup like royalty—with a few things for the feline set, too. “People adore their dogs because they’re always there for us through the good and the bad,” says owner Donna Marie Buscaglia. “Many people treat them like children.”

Which explains all of the pet strollers Buscaglia sells. “Yes, people do take their dogs and cats for walks in them,” she admits.

Along with the strollers, Bark Avenue offers an array of snazzy pet gifts, from handmade collars and organic soaps to custom beds, Chanel-inspired carriers, and rhinestone and pearl necklaces. A large armoire displays fashionable attire, including college and NFL jerseys, frilly dresses, raincoats (because no one wants to smell like a wet dog) and even lingerie (it’s modest—we promise!).

Best-sellers include La Petit canine cookies, baked fresh each night in Buscaglia’s Wallingford kitchen. “I make them with natural ingredients and no preservatives,” she says.

Suburban Square, Ardmore; (610) 642-4495, thebarkavenueboutique.com.

Reader Comments:
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Jul 24, 2010 09:41 pm
 Posted by  Steve W.

The Bark Avenue Boutique is the coolest place for all kinds of unique items for your dog. They have one of a kind things like feeding tables made from wine crates and really beutiful hand made leashes. The treats they sell are great too...my dog goes crazy over them! I highly recommend this store to anyone who has a pampered pup!

Jul 25, 2010 11:24 am
 Posted by  Ilene Wellner

I love the Bark Avenue Boutique! Donna Marie really knows her products well and is extremely helpful in recommending the perfect gift to fit the special dog loving human or 4-legged you're looking to wow! I know because I work with all kinds of dogs and Donna Marie has pleased my client's with her home made treats, clothing (I personally don't dress my dogs, but many people do), fashionable leashes, beautiful feeding bowls (that look like they were chosen by your personal decorator to fit into they style of your home,) and my favorite - her dog toys that are guaranteed and made for fun and durability to withstand the light to toughest chompers.

Ilene Wellner
Dog Gone Walking
www.doggonewalkingpa.com

Aug 1, 2010 10:38 pm
 Posted by  CAROLYN S.

I HAVE HAD THE UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO WATCH DONNA MARIE'S BOUTIQUE GROW FROM A FEW ITEMS TO A VAST ARRAY OF CREATIVE SELECTIONS FOR YOUR PETS NEEDS.

DONNA MARIE HAS A EXTREAMLY PERSONABLE FLAIR ABOUT HER AND CUSTOMER'S TEND TO NOT ONLY SHOP BUT STAY TO SHARE AND TALK AWHILE..

UPDATED ON ALL THE LATEST FASHIONS AND GIFTS, THIS BOUTIQUE IS A MUST SEE!!

CAROLYN V SOMMERS
PET SITTING SERVICE
ZEALOUS4PETS.COM

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Tara Behan, Senior Editor

When I'm not in front of the computer, chances are you’ll find me engaged in some serious retail therapy along the Main Line. With ShopTalk, my goal is to provide the latest on store openings, products, sales, trunk shows and more. I'll also delve into the local spa and beauty scene. Have a favorite boutique, salon or spa? Email me at tbehan@mainlinetoday.com.

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