History of Dog Clothes

Author: BettyAnn
January 9, 2009

dog reflective dog coat

Lately I’ve noticed a lot more dogs big and small are going out dressed to the T’s.  In my small Colorado town, it can get really cold and windy so I can understand why pet owners want to protect their beloved pets from suffering from the winter chill.  I decided to do a little research on clothes for dogs and I was really surprised at what I found.  First of all, I had no idea that people used clothing for their horses and dogs back in medieval times to protect them from the elements and attacks.  This tradition has carried on to today although clothing for dogs has come a long way!  We now have sturdy warm coats and boots to protect our dogs from the wintry cold weather and to protect their paws from snow, ice, salt and rocky terrain that can cause damage to their delicate paws.  Most coats for dogs also feature reflective strips for added safety and visibility at night.  There are also many styles and colors of sweaters for dogs that are perfect for days when it is chilly outdoors and you just want to give your dog that little extra warmth and comfort.  T-shirts are almost as versatile for dogs as they are for us humans!  You can find t-shirts for any size dog with cute little sayings and awesome designs.  People always light up with joy when they see a dog wearing any type of dog clothing and the dog of course loves all of the added attention that their clothes bring to them.  If you have ever considered buying your dog a sweater, coat, boots, or tee shirt, I say go for it!  Your dog will love you for it and there are so many styles and sizes of dog apparel to fit the lifestyle of any dog big or small, there’s just no reason not to indulge your dog!

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