If you love your pet dog just as much as you love any other member of the family, then you must be the type who is willing to spoil it like crazy. Dogs are a part of the family in many homes and it's not surprising to see the enormous amount of time and attention given to our furry friends. They deserve it and if you haven't spoiled your pet dog yet, now is the time that you do.

So just how do you spoil your dog? Apart from the occasional massage and grooming at the local pet shop, you may want to buy your dog the best in doggie accessories. Here are a few things that you can buy your four-legged friends.

• Designer collars – Yes, you may have given your dog the occasional flea collar or even the plain blue, green, or red collar just to mark that the animal is owned. But try dolling your dog up a bit by purchasing some great designer collars. Collars can be had in all sorts of materials like nylon and leather. You can have them buckled as well. But have you ever seen a fancy designer collar that matches the personality of your dog?

You can buy them in all sizes and in different colors and designs as well. Some have fancy rhinestones and crystals attached to them to add that sparkle that says your pet is special. More and more pet stores are selling and even customizing collars so check them out today.

• Designer clothes – Just like clothes for kids, you can buy clothes for your pet dog as well. Buy a raincoat to keep him or her from getting wet. Buy it a sweater for the long cold nights and perhaps some socks too. People are fond of dressing up their pets and there are even clothes for special occasions like Christmas and Halloween. If you haven't tried dressing up your pet yet, try it. You and your dog just might like it.

• Brushes and combs – Why spend all that money on having your pet groomed when you can groom your dog yourself? Pet stores these days sell all sorts of accessories which include brushes and combs and even massage therapy items that you never knew existed. You can use these products after giving your dog a bath. It's fairly simple and you probably know how to brush a dog's fur already. It's a great time to bond with your pet and you might even learn how to start your own pet grooming service as well.

• Toys and ropes – If there is anything that you should do, it's investing in toys for your pet. You can buy the simplest thing and your dog will love you for life. A ball, a Frisbee, or even a piece of pulling rope will do the trick. These are some of the best things a pet dog can play with. It keeps them healthy and alert and it also keeps your pet loyal and loving.