Archive for August 2011

Tips for Choosing a Dog Sweater

Now that fall is approaching, it is time to think about taking out your warmer clothes. You also should be thinking of your four-legged friend as he also could probably use a nice warm dog sweater to wear when the air outside turns cold.

There are all types of pet sweaters available today which could make it a bit tough to know what to look for in a dog sweater. However, the key to choosing a high quality dog sweater is to look for a sweater made of wool or high quality cotton and polyester. It is also important that the dog sweater you buy is the right size. You do not want your pooch tripping over the sweater he wears nor do you want him to be uncomfortable wearing a dog sweater which is a size too small.

If you shop for pet sweaters online, look for those stores which have sizing charts which are easy to understand. You will have to measure your dog’s girth, back height and length. If your dog is rather active, look for a durable and easy to wash dog sweater and one that is made of a flexible fabric like polyester. As far as pet sweaters styling goes, you can opt for a fancy dog sweater with bows and ribbons or you can go rather plain as there are many style choices available.