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Ten Years In The 'Making' - Part 2
Part 2 of the History of C&R brings me to K9 All Terrain.K9AT is a business I started alongside C&R to focus on waterproof, vibrant PVC gear. I didn't want the high-end leather side of C&R to be impacted by what I viewed as a 'lessor' option. It became busy and less viable to have them as separate entities - so they were merged. I was supporting Leatherite which was the Aussie version of the popular BioThane. Leatherite closed their shop which saw the migration to BioThane for C&R.Not So Fun Fact: The company I used to create the files for...
Ten Years In The 'Making' - Part 1
Grab your leash...This will be a year of reflection for me, because this November marks 10 years of Collar & Ruff's existence. As we move through 2024, I'd love to share some stories with you. It all started with a feeling.Not only do I remember making the first collar that you see above, but I remember sitting round the table with my family and realising I could give this dream a go. How little did I know about business!Fun Fact: The original business name I liked was "Blue Hippo Collars" which is quite meaningless to most, but it made me...
Leather vs Biothane SHOWDOWN
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BioThane® vs Leather Showdown
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Both BioThane® and leather are popular materials used for making dog collars. Each material has its unique benefits, and the choice between the two comes down to personal preference and the specific needs of the dog and owner. BioThane® is a synthetic material that has gained popularity in recent years for dog collar making. It is made from a polyester webbing core that is coated with a protective layer of vinyl or polyurethane. The result is a material that is waterproof, durable, and easy to clean. Here are some of the benefits of using BioThane® in dog collar making: Waterproof: BioThane® is completely...
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