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How Do You Buy A Sweater For A Dog?

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How Do You Buy A Sweater For A Dog?

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Dog sweaters may be cute, but some dogs need them as protection against cold weather. Buy a sweater that fits well and covers your dog’s abdomen. Step 1 Understand that sweaters are not just a silly accessory. Many dogs need to wear them in cold weather. Shorthaired breeds, older dogs, ill dogs and puppies may need to wear sweaters for protection in cold weather. Step 2 Ask your vet if you are unsure whether your dog needs a sweater. Step 3 Shop online, or go to a local pet store to see the types of sweaters available. Step 4 Know that to be effective against cold a sweater should completely cover your dog’s stomach, keep its legs free for easy movement, fit snugly and end at the base of the tail. Step 5 Notice that sweaters come in small, medium, large and extra-large sizes. If you are unsure which size your dog should wear, here’s a guideline: Toy breeds wear small, beagle-size dogs wear medium, retriever-size dogs wear large and dogs the size of Saint Bernards wear extra-large. If a

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Buying a sweater for a dog can be confusing, especially if your dog is small. Many times commercially available sweaters will not fit properly, or they will not function as expected. By following these tips below, you can be sure that you’re buying a sweater that will work for the both of you. • Measure your dog: Make sure that you know how tall he is from floor to shoulder, how wide he is across the chest and how much room there is for his private area. Many times a sweater will fit, but will be too long, allowing the dog to urinate on it, causing damage to the sweater and possible dermatitis if left in contact with the dog’s skin for too long. Also, if the sweater is to fit properly, it should not reach below your dog’s elbows or much beyond his tail to keep from interfering with him range of motion. • Understand why you need a sweater: Do you need a sweater because your dog has a health condition? Is it because you live in a cold climate with a short haired dog? Or is it because you

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