Are Coats, Hats and Rain Gear a Necessity for Your Dog?

Since Mother Nature provides the dog with its own outer fur coat you might think why bother with anything else. Little dogs, however, lose their body heat more quickly than the bigger dogs. Small dogs usually have a nice coat of hair, however, their small size still makes it necessary to add a little something else for colder temperatures. For the toy breed dogs it is like a necessity to provide them with something extra for those cold, blistery days outside. Outer garments will help the toy breed dog to retain their body heat in colder temperatures.

When purchasing a coat for your toy dog use the same good sense as you do when purchasing your own coat. Look for good construction. Wool and micro fiber fabric retain warmth. If you live in a climate that experiences cold winters look especially for materials made of wool and fleece. Be sure the coat covers the dog enough to keep him warm.

The coat should fit the dog comfortably around the neck, chest and armholes. Pay special attention to these areas and measurements when purchasing a coat. Coats don’t normally stretch like a sweater does. Exact fit will be more important than when purchasing a sweater for your dog.

What is the cost of a good dog coat? Designer dog coats can cost several hundreds of dollars. A coat purchased at a large pet supply store of which there are many of the same, can retail for $20 or less. If you live in an area like, Boston, New York, Maine or Minnesota where the winters can sometimes become severe you probably should invest a little more money than $20 on a coat for your dog. Although cost does not always mean quality, sometimes the best of materials used to construct the garment will cost a little more. So look over the coat carefully when you purchase and be sure it is the quality you want before paying the higher price.

Lycra body suits are available as an alternative to the traditional coats. Since the Lycra is stretchy material the product fits well on most dogs. The legs are built into the suit so the whole dog is covered securely. There are waterproof versions you can purchase for rainy climates. The Lycra suits are not quite as attractive as a faux fur or leather coat, but your dog will most likely love the warmth and comfort – sort of like you wearing a pair of sweats as opposed to tight fitting jeans!

Whoever would think that a raincoat would come in handy for a dog? They most certainly can be handy for your little dog. Little dogs can quickly become miserable in the rain, and like chilled to the bone. If you live in a rainy climate, your little dog would probably appreciate some sort of rain gear. As with all other dog fashions, the choices can be overwhelming, there are so many for us today.

Hats and hoods are just adorable on a dog of any size.  It is true that humans lose most of their heat from their heads. Dogs are not much different. A little hat or hood can also help your dog to retain body heat in colder climates.

Purchase hats or hoods that attach firmly in place. A chin strap is helpful. The hat or hood should fit comfortably around the dog's ears. Dogs have different sizes and shapes of heads, one size hat or hood does not fit all.

Now that your dog is dressed perfectly for your particular climate, have fun strutting down your favorite walking trail!

After a long walk provide your little or big dog with some tasty and nutritious treats. If you are watching your dog's weight an excellent treat to feed are the Wholesome Hearts Low Fat Treats from Life's Abundance.


Wholesome Hearts are delicious, low-fat dog treats. They are perfect for dogs that could stand to shed a few pounds and the rich flavor and delicate aromatic spices make them simply irresistible.

• Proudly made in the USA with high-quality American ingredients.
• No corn, wheat or soy and their glutens.
• No artificial colors and no artificial flavors.
• Fortified with L-Carnitine to help the body utilize fat.
• Contains multi-grains, fruits and vegetables.
• With chicken meal, eggs and other wholesome ingredients.
• Gently baked, heart-shaped treats with a “just from the oven” flavor.

Formulated by Dr. Jane Bicks, DVM. “Whether your dog is experiencing a problem with weight, or if you just want to help your pup maintain a trim and healthy figure, you can’t do better than the nutrition of Wholesome Hearts. I highly recommend Wholesome Hearts because they are healthy low-fat treats that will satisfy your dog’s desire for a tasty snack in-between meals.”

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