With their sleek fur, gorgeous colored eyes and pretty faces most dogs and cats are attractive in their own natural state. But there are times when you want to dress them up a bit.

Charms are a quick, easy and inexpensive way to give your pet a new look, and luckily there are loads on the market.

Best used on smaller animals, charms can work a treat.

Big dogs usually look better in big collars without fripperies such as charms, and on the safety side too, you have to consider they could get lost in a game.

Aria make a good selection of charms, in different styles and colors and generally with a bit of sparkle about them.

The Enamel Bone Charm is a cute little touch, which comes in three colors, pink, white and blue with rhinestone detail and fixes onto the collar easily. The charm is an inch long, so a perfect size for a little dog.

High rollers amongst the dog and act community might take a fancy to Aria’s Royal range with the jewel of them all, the Majestic Crown decorated with rhinestones.

Available in two colors, with easy and secure fastening. This is a fabulous design against gray fur for a really sophisticated look.

Aria have designed a half inch long pawprint charm, available in dark blue, white or pink rhinestones for added sparkle. They are more suitable for boy dogs, as are the Skull and CrossBones designs in silver and brass in two sizes.

Everyone loves the heart shaped pendants - they always look so pretty on a sweet little dog, especially when it sparkles. At one inch long this cute little charm will set your pet’s face off to a tee.

Pet Studio also makes charms, and their Crystal Crown charm is a winner for those with delusions to grandeur. There’s quite a range to choose from including flower designs, open heart designs and funky star designs.

Charms are inexpensive and make a lovely fashion accessory for your pet, your friends will love them too!

Pet Studio also have a truly classy charm in their showcase, the Open Heart Silver Charm, which if you look carefully you would swear it’s from Tiffany.

When would you have your pet wear a charm, you may ask; well, the list is endless, parties, shows, photo shoots, you name it, a charm could work its magic. They distinguish your pet from the others and add a bit of character.

Cat fanciers don’t worry, all the charms included here are also designed for cats!