Why Should You Buy Dog Clothes?

Clothes not only keep a person covered but protect a person from several harm including cuts, scratches, bad weather etc. In the same way clothes also protect animals from various harms, but today animal clothing like that of dogs is used to keep them dry and warm. Animal clothing dates as back as King Arthur’s time when it was used to cover horses in order to protect and identify them.
Military and law enforcement agencies use dog clothing in order to protect their dogs from attacks and environment. A t-shirt with a cute picture or saying can be

used to keep your dog warm. As dogs grow old their metabolic rate slows down as a result they can’t stay outside for long and they need clothes to warm themselves.

Dog is man’s best friend and in countries like US, dog is not only a protector but a family member in most households. Like babies, dogs have doctor visits, special diets and strict schedules. Some of these pets even go to day cares while their owners are out working or doing other chores. Because people have started treating dogs as their family members so industries for dog products and services are expanding at a tremendous rate. Some of these industries are dog walkers, groomers, pet sitters, dog clothing etc.

Just like human beings, dogs have different personalities as well. And like human beings wear different kinds of clothes to show their personality in the same way dogs can be dressed in different types of garments to reflect their

personality. Manufacturers target small dogs but in the process big dogs benefit as well. Dog clothing is also available for various occasions such as Halloween, Christmas, weddings etc.

Clothing is available for different dog breeds and they come in various sizes. Just like our clothes, dog clothes are available in various colors, styles and it is even machine washable. Their clothes are made out of environmental friendly materials and the material is such that it keeps snow and water out. Even shoe line of dogs is available such as rain boots.

There are no standard sizes for dog clothes so in order to get the rite piece you would have to measure your dog. Take measurement from neck to tail, circumference of neck and chest and give these measurements to the sales person and he will give you the right size clothes. These clothes are stretchable over the head and front paw. Plus some clothes come with Velcro straps in order to keep the clothes in place.

It is not necessary that you get your pet a designer wear but do give them a warm sweater when it is very cold especially if the dog is old. Plus if it is very cold than don’t leave your pet outside for a long time.