The rise of clothes for dogs
The rise of clothes for dogs Paris Hilton can often be seen with her dog Tinkerbell who has an enviable wardrobe of tiny dog clothes, making her as well dressed and photographed as her famous owner. Because of the influence of celebrities such as Paris, clothes for dogs have taken off in a big way. Anyone can now get custom made dog clothes which will coordinate with or compliment the owners outfit. Owners can show support for a football team or dazzle with sequins. The options are seemingly endless. Patriotic owners will find no shortage of flag themed t-shirts, bikini's and fleeces for their dog. Thrifty owners may like to make some items themselves by customising socks or finding a knitting pattern to try, whilst those with more money to spend can choose a designer option to really make a statement. There are many websites aimed at dog owners who want to buy outfits for their pets such as www.dogstotogs.co.uk. A quick Google search will throw up many options. Any mood can be expressed with your dog's clothes. To show a comedy side you could put your pet in a hotdog costume or a skunk outfit. For the less adventurous, a collar, bandana, sunglasses or hat can express the personality that a dog has. You could have a different collar for each day of the week or one for special occasions such as birthdays. At formal events there are even dog tuxedos. For a wedding there are dog bride outfits, complete with veil or a ring bearer ribbon! With Christmas soon upon us, when owners are buying novelty antlers and Santa hats for themselves they can also buy for their dog too. Whilst some people are outraged by clothes for dogs there is a practical side. Clothes can keep them warm. Some breeds don't have much fur and will appreciate the extra warmth. Also, dogs that scratch and bite their skin a lot may benefit from clothes as a barrier. Dog boots and raincoats can be a practical solution for owners who want to keep their carpets clean and dry. Dog clothes are accepted by most when they are in the form of coats for greyhounds in the same way that horses have rugs, but when novelty factors creep in opinions start to change. Whatever people's personal opinions are, dog clothes are more and more common and look set to jazz up pooches the world over. ENDS
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