Vagabond Dogs Luxury Accessories

A few months ago I had the honor to photograph the lifestyle portraits for Vagabond Dogs Luxury Accessories. Not only was the venue modern, clean and chic, the pack we worked with were adorable and well behaved. But the real stars, the products themselves are to die for!! Beautifully designed by Ted and Nelly, and  hand made in Bali, these puppy accessories have just been launched in California and are available now. The best part? Once Vagabond Dogs is up and running they are committed to giving back to real dogs in need. Love the product and love a good cause. 

I will let them explain more about who the are and where they came from and feel free to check out their website and social media linked on this page. Enjoy!

"I’m having a drink at my favorite cafe right now.  Watching three dogs play:  it’s simplicity in life that we knew as young kids.  We slowly get more complicated and off-track.  Dogs know when they give love, it always resonates back with hugs, belly rubs, food and greater love.  The happiest people I meet around the world have learned to keep things very much uncomplicated and many have found dogs in their life.    

A constant reminder of simplicity & love.    

I’m Ted.  My partner is Nelly.  We met later in life.   Both ricocheted through a crazy childhood;  a good crazy.  Nelly in London then southern California.  Myself in the New York City underground.  Vagabond-Dogs is our design company.  It’s our vehicle for the exquisite redistribution of focus directly to dogs that need help through advocacy & charity.  We’re building a network of advocates; giving needed media attention to people who devote their time helping dogs through adoption awareness, education, abuse spotlight, dog civil service options and the latest health research including diet.

We’re finalizing our Dog Advocacy Network now!  If you know someone who needs support please contact us:   hello@vagabond-dogs.com"

And please follow us on Facebook & Instagram for educational industry news, great original pictures and updates on our exciting advocacy network! 

Many thanks!

Ted & Nelly

“The greatness of a nation can be judged by the way it’s animals are treated.”   -Mahatma Gandhi

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Shamballa Villas Part 2: Shambala Residence

The Shambala Villas are a group of 3 stunning villas tucked away amongst the rice fields and jungle just outside of Ubud. They are close to town to enjoy and have access to central Ubud, yet just far enough out to feel like you are tucked away in a secret little part of Bali. They have brought in the Balinese culture, kept with the indoor/outdoor living and yet it has the feel of rustic luxury with the crisp white sheets and tasteful decor.

This villa is the Shamballa Residence and check out the last post on the Shambala Moon here.

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Beautiful Indonesia: Dolphin Spotting in Lovina

Every day at sunrise a pod of dolphins come into the bay to feed in the town of Lovina in north Bali. Since humans have a fascination with dolphins you can imagine the tourism that has developed for these sight seeing tours. In order to catch sight of these beautiful creatures you must get up at the crack of dawn to get onto a boat which will take you out to the middle of the bay. The waters are quiet and still this time of day and the slow rise of the sun above the mountains, onto the bay is stunning. And of course the dolphins are gorgeous! They are everywhere, jumping and swimming, a great way to see these intelligent and amazing marine animals. The only downside is that you have to share the waters with about 25 other boats but at least they are all fairly small boats and there are no giant boats that take up the whole area.

Lovina is a bit of an old school Bali tourist town but it is the gate way to water falls, mountains and further west there is access to amazing diving in Pemuteran and Menjangan National Park.

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