Dog Raincoat
Dog Life Jackets
Dog Safety For Our Water Loving Dogs
Water loving dogs enjoy summer family boating, going to the lake and lots of swimming. Dogs love to swim, some breeds love the water and are natural swimming dogs. Even the water loving dogs need the same water safety protection we would put on our child. Dog safety is our responsibility.
Dogs can be caught up in strong water currents that make swimming impossible. They can be throw from a boat and not be able to swim to land. They can be injured and not be able to swim out of the water. Get the point? The same things that cause people to drown can happen to your dog if he isn’t wearing a dog life jacket.
All dog life jackets are not made equal. Some are safer than others. The biggest difference I’ve found is how the floation material is arranged around the dogs body. If the floation material is mostly on the dogs back that is not a good design because the straps for the dog life jacket will move up around the dogs underside while the floation device floats above the dog. Basically there will be gaps between the dog and the floatation device so your dog will not be able to stay upright above the water.
The only dog life jacket I use or recommend is the Ruff Wear K-9 Float Coat. They use a 1680-denier ballistic nylon that provides better strength to weight ratio with a material that has proven to stand up to the test. This material and design keeps the dog floating above the water without falling over underwater.
The vest’s dual color panels contrast against neutral backgrounds making your dog easy to see. There’s also a reflective strip on the sides to make your dog easy to see in low light areas.
I like the side release buckles for easy on and off. A great plus is the hidden D-ring for attaching a leash.
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Sizing:
| Size | Dog Girth* | |
| S | 23"-30" | 58-76 cm |
| M | 27"-32" | 69-81 cm |
| L | 31"-40" | 79-102 cm |
| XL | 35"-48" | 89-122 cm |
*Girth = measurement around widest part of rib cage
In-between sizes: Choose the smaller vest for a lighter load and less bulk.
Never take for granted that your dog is safe on water, especailly while boating. Make sure your boat has dog life jackets along with the people life jackets.
Dogs swimming in local creeks
With temperatures due to be high again soon, it’s great if dogs can swim, but there aren’t many places to do it nowadays.
See Spot do yoga
The water also provides a resistance throughout the range of motion that allows dogs to lengthen strides while minimizing pain. Swimming. Sometimes pets need a little more movement.
Emma Takes a Swim
Last summer she learned to swim – she watched the other dogs swimming and paced, frustrated, back and forth on the rocks, and once she made up her mind to take the plunge, off she went.
Fact or Fiction: All Dogs Can Swim
Fact or Fiction: All dogs can swim? Fiction! Though it may seem like all dogs are born natural swimmers, most dogs need some water training.
This is a group of water loving dogs!
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How to make your own dog clothes
Patterns For Dog Clothes
Make cute dog clothes or even Halloween dog costumes from patterns for dog clothes. Big dog clothing can be easily homemade.
Dog clothes are available in a variety of styles and patterns – all the latest fashions in the canine world. Body suits, beach wear, jackets, loungewear, shirts, t-shirts and sweaters are some of the more popular dog clothes. You can even get footwear and novelty outfits like sports, halloween, tuxedos, and so on. This list is just as endless as the list for human clothes! All this apparel is available in a variety of colors, fabrics, and patterns. Corduroy, faux fur, sequin, and tartan are some of the commonly used fabrics for dog clothes.
You will find a number of dog clothes pattern books available on the market. Crocheting, knitting and sewing dog clothes patterns are popular methods in making the clothes. You can either follow the patterns yourself (if you know what you are doing) or you can pay a pet clothing tailor to do the work for you and ensure the proper fit. Of course, if you do it yourself, you get full control over the types of details you would like on your dog clothes. Choose the option that works best for you.
Vests, scarves, sweaters, mittens and hats are ‘in demand’ patterns for your dog. Knitting is a very popular method used to make dog apparel. Knitted dog clothes patterns very often come in inspiring styles, and hand-knitted doggie shirts, mufflers, suits, t-shirts, tanks and body suits are in special demand. Other dog clothes patterns include embroidered and quilted specimens. Handcrafted, embroidered items are popular but very inexpensive.
If you decide making dog clothes is too much there are many good online stores with cute dog clothes.
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Training Dogs To Wear Clothes
Dog clothes like creative dog costumes are great fun for you and your dog, if you do your homework well before trying to dress dog up!
Training your dog to wear clothes is really like any other training. Keep in mind that dressing your dog is your choice and your dog doesn’t see any benefit from having the clothes on. Since it isn’t fun for your dog to wear clothes you will need to reward him with treats or things he loves so he relates dog clothes to good things.
Training a puppy to let you dress them will be easier than training an adult big dog to accept being dressed. It’s not impossible to teach an older dog that wearing clothes means treats. Just stay with it and remember that if your dog hates the whole deal with dog clothes then don’t force it. Back off and keep it fun in mini training sessions.
Always start with something small and easy, like a cute dog shirt or vest with velcro. Make sure it fits well, not too tight and not so loose that the dog steps on it. If the shirt is a good fit, let your dog wear it around the house while eating, playing and naping. I don’t like leaving clothes on my dogs at night when I can’t see if they get caught in them or have a safety problem.
Give lots of upbeat praise so they get to know getting dressed is a good thing.
Some dogs will be great with hearing your words of praise and encouragment. Other dogs will get the message with a combination of your voice and loving pats and stroking.
Dog treats can be fed but don’t over do it with feeding treats. It’s good to use food at first but know when to leave them behind and replace with a scratch under the chin or chest rub.
If your dog hangs his head, tries to hide or fights you when you pull out the clothes, be gentle and soothing. If you can see that your dog really hates the clothes, don’t force him to wear them. Try a dog bandana to start with. Most dogs will accept a dog t shirt with ease so go back to a nice fitting t shirt before trying the biker leather jacket.
My favorite trick to get my dogs used to dog clothes was to dress them and take them to PetSmart or PetCo for new treats. I also took my Shelties to a nursing home for visits to my grandmother and the other residents. It was great fun and the residents got a kick out of the creative dog costumes.
With lots of practice and training your dog will be ready for the hottest dog halloween costumes.
Training your dog to wear clothing takes time, praise, love, and knowing when to stop. It takes the same things to train him to sit and walk on a leash. If wearing clothes is important for your dogs comfort and safety, you should devote as much time to clothes training as you have with all other training.
Halloween dog costumes and other unusual dog clothes are cute but make sure your dog is trained in advance to wear them.
Use Dog Clothes to Help You Bond With Your New Dog
Crocheting, knitting and sewing dog clothes patterns are popular methods in making the clothes. You can either follow the patterns yourself (if you know what you are doing) or not.
Give your pooch stylish dog clothes so he stands apart
Besides to your pooch looking good, dog clothes are moreover functional in addition? How so, well they can keep your pet warm all through that bitter wintry weather.
