Australia’s first cruelty-free pet couture fashion house, Empawrium, has teamed with Paws & Claws to bring you a custom-made, hand-crafted dog necklace, “Paradisa”, retail valued at $1,000.

The piece will be showcased exclusively at the 2008 Paws & Claws Awards and will consist of 9 carat gold and a combination of dazzling gems such as sapphires, topaz and amethysts; this will take it beyond the realms of anything that has ever been seen in Australia before.

Melbourne designers, Julie and Gail, said that they wanted to make a strong statement about the value a pet has in society and that they deserve nothing but the best. The Paradisa dog necklace is a one-off exclusive design created specifically for the Paws & Claws Awards and will be unveiled for the first time on the night.

This exquisite couture piece will be raffled on the night so be sure to be there for your chance to take home the most expensive and glamorous dog necklace in Australia for your furry friend! Pictured left is one of Empawrium’s many elegant designs. To see Empawrium’s full range of cruelty-free jewellery couture pieces go to www.empawrium.com.au.