The Fugly Friends Story:
Fugly Friends was inspired by all of the poorly designed pet toys being mass produced in some far off factory. I was determined to create just the opposite kind of toy for the love of my life, my dog Mugsy! I sat down with my sewing machine and designed one of a kind, durable toys that Mugsy could love and that would last (as well as ones that would make me smile). I quick
ly noticed that the uglier the toy, the more she loved it! Fugly Friends promptly moved from being just in my home, to becoming gifts for friends and family. They are now being sold in a handful of pet boutiques across the US & Canada, in addition to an online Etsy shop. Each Fugly is handcrafted from tightly woven Polartec® fleece, with a triple stitched seam for strength. Because no fabric is 100% indestructible to some pups, many Fugly Friends hold a Hidden-Heart-Fortune inside (a heart with a secret fortune printed on it). That way, if somewhere down the road, your pup gnaws their Fugly open, there is a quirky message waiting inside!
..In March of 2012 Rico was rescued and became the newest Fugly family member. Then, in June of 2013 Nina came along. Together, Rico and Nina help carry on Mugsy's legacy :)
*There is also a line of Feline Fugly Friends for the cats of the world!