Karen Thompson Grossman
By Tom Wothersppon
Reprinted with permission from Boca Magazine
A dog’s life? We should all be so lucky. The way Karen Thompson Grossman caters to canines, pooches lead the life of Riley. In the Lap of Luxury with Karen, her new shop in Boca Raton’s posh Addison Place, Grossman carries ultrahighend merchandise for dogs and a few tidbits for cats, too.
Think Lifestyles of The Rich and Famous and Furry. Everything imaginable is here, displayed in individual designer boutiques à la Neiman Marcus. How much is that alligator doggie bag in the window? A cool $3,500. Other exquisite accessories include handmade cashmere sweaters with 18-karat gold accents, and pet carriers made from the same fine Italian leather used in Hermès goods. To keep price-conscious shoppers from hounding her, Grossman also was sure to offer less expensive items, such as squeaky toys, food bowls and pet treats.
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