Our Inspiration
Our story begins with a 3-pound Chihuahua named Dauphine-Bijoux.
For the first 2½ years of her life, Dauphine was used as a breeding dog in a Pennsylvania puppy mill, then sold to a backyard breeder. By the time she appeared on Petfinder, she was underweight, still bleeding from a recent litter, with rotting teeth and a sparse, dull coat. Her puppies had not survived. Yet when I came to meet her, this tiny, mouse-like dog still had fire in her eyes and barked at me with all the courage in her little body.
I took her home that day and promised her a different life. I started cooking for her, carrying her everywhere, and treating her like the queen she was always meant to be. Slowly, Dauphine transformed from a fragile 3-pound rescue into a 4.5-pound beauty with a thick triple coat so lush it needed to be trimmed every summer. The before-and-after photos tell the story better than any words: good food, safety, and love can completely change a life.
Privé Pet was inspired by Dauphine’s second chance. Living in New York City, I wanted a small, beautiful, functional carrier for her—something that felt like a true handbag but worked for daily dog life. When I couldn’t find it, I designed it. The Dauphine Dog Carrier, and everything that has followed, is a love letter to her and to every pet who finally gets the soft landing they deserve.
Today, Privé Pet exists so that rescued, cherished, and thoroughly spoiled pets can enjoy the same level of care and quiet luxury Dauphine did. Every piece is designed to be as practical as it is beautiful—because our animals are not “accessories.” They are family, and they deserve the very best.
