Coast Brands grew from its founder Tara’s search for better American-made gear for her dog, Briggs, into a maker of handcrafted dog accessories designed for everyday walks and outdoor adventures. Its signature Coast Line leash is built to shift between traditional, hands-free, running and multi-dog use, while the company’s collars and harnesses pair American marine rope with Wickett & Craig saddle leather and stainless steel hardware. Coast works with American makers, including Amish artisans, and handcrafts every piece in the USA.
BAYDOGFounded by Marine veteran Barton O’Brien after a Chesapeake Bay walk with his puppy Walter, BAYDOG makes dog gear for active outings, from everyday harnesses to life jackets. The Annapolis-based company began with the Pack-N-Go Bag, an invention that solved the messy problem of carrying a tennis ball, treats and waste bags at once, and it remains veteran owned and operated. BAYDOG also pairs select harnesses with its Find My Owner registration system to help reunite lost dogs with their families.STEVENSVILLE, MD
Coastal Pet ProductsFounded by brothers Jim and Tom Stout in 1968, Coastal Pet Products manufactures pet products in Alliance, Ohio, with a particular heritage in collars, leashes and harnesses. The company pioneered nylon webbing for pet collars and leashes in its early years and now operates a nearly 400,000-square-foot facility, supported by in-house testing and proprietary manufacturing equipment. Its products are made for dogs, cats and horses, with design details such as comfort-rounded leather collars and a patented slip-reducing collar slide reflecting its practical approach.ALLIANCE, OH
Spruce PupSpruce Pup, founded by former consumer-product designers Elijah and Leah, creates travel-minded dog gear that helps people explore with their pets. Its signature foldable dog bed doubles as a compact travel case for a pup’s belongings, while its leash bag keeps walk essentials organized. The Pittsburgh-area company launched the bed through Indiegogo in April 2018, reaching its funding goal within 24 hours and shipping its first production run later that year.WEXFORD, PA
Blvd CoBlvd Co makes hand-crafted dog sofas designed to bring orthopedic comfort to pets without looking out of place in a modern home. Its made-to-order couches use interchangeable, hand-sewn covers, allowing owners to refresh the look while keeping the underlying bed in service. The company says it began developing its foam sofa in 2017 and offers sizes for dogs up to 120 pounds.BROOKLYN, NY