Meet Cora – The Little Queen Worth Fighting For
She’s the reason this brand has a name. But I almost didn’t get to keep her — it took six months of advocating with the rescue before Cora was officially mine. Here’s that story.
Meet Delilah – From Feral to Foster Fail
Delilah is asleep against my leg while I write this. She’s always right next to me. She’s the “follows me
I Obsessed Over Every Little Detail for Months for This
The story behind Cora’s Canine Collective’s new engraved nameplate collars — months of failed sourcing, custom manufacturing, and a tracking number I checked way too often.
Can My Dog Wear a Rhinestone Collar for Dock Diving?
A rhinestone collar is perfect for dock diving competitions — and with the right construction, it holds up in the pool too. Here’s what the rules actually say, how crystal collars handle pool water, and why your dock diver is going to look incredible in the competition photos.
Meet the Maker: The Story Behind Cora’s Canine Collective
I’m not great at posting about myself. I’m much more comfortable showing you a collar or a dog. But I think it’s time you know who I am, where I came from, and why every collar that leaves this workbench means something.
Meet Loki – The Reactive Pittie That Made Me a Better Dog Mom
Loki came into my life as a puppy and immediately humbled me. He’s reactive, high-drive, and has more feelings than any one dog should be allowed to have. This is the story of what it took to figure him out — and how he accidentally started a business.
The Unintentional Rebrand: How a Photoshoot and a Procreate Doodle Changed Everything
I didn’t plan to rebrand.
There was no strategy meeting, no mood board, no agency. There was just an early morning where I was trying to photograph my dogs for the website and realized the photos weren’t doing justice to my dogs OR my collars. So I called for reinforcements.
How I Taught Myself to Make Dog Collars – And Why It Took 4 Years Before I Sold a Single One
If you’ve ever wondered what goes into a handmade Biothane® collar – not just the materials and the hardware, but the years of learning behind it – this is that story.
It starts with a puppy, a research spiral, a lot of mistakes, and a Christmas that changed everything.
How to Measure Your Dog for a Collar (And Why It Matters More Than You Think)
Sizing a custom collar doesn’t have to be stressful, but there are a few things most people get wrong that are worth knowing before you measure. Here’s exactly how to do it right, from a maker who’s never had a collar not fit.
What Is Biothane? Everything You Need to Know Before Buying a Dog Collar
Biothane is waterproof, stink-proof, and wipes clean in seconds. Here’s everything you need to know before buying a dog collar, from someone who’s been making them for 4+ years.