Warm Dog Clothes - Getting Your Canine Bundled For Winter

By Grant Carroll

When the freezing cold temperatures of winter roll in, it's time to get a good dog coat. I know what you're thinking. Do dogs really need dog clothes? That sounds ridiculous. Consider, though, that many of the dogs we cherish were not bred for the colder climate and temperatures that we live in, and it's the responsibility of a pet owner to make sure that a small or medium size dog is comfortable during the icy winter.

There are many different kinds of dog coats from stylish denim to corduroy hooded jackets. You don't have to sacrifice style for staying warm. After all, if you're going to dress up your dog anyway, he might as well look good. Sometimes, it's so cold that a sweater and coat should be worn together. This is especially true for the tiny, short haired breeds like Chihuahuas.

Another essential piece of apparel that any responsible dog owner needs are boots. Giving a dog boots may seem sillier that clothing, but really dogs of any size can benefit from wearing shoes. Most paws are not made to run on ice and snow, and dogs lose heat through their feet. This makes walking in snow both cold and painful. Also, rock salt and de-icing chemicals that are poured on sidewalks and streets can cause a lot of damage to your dog's paws. Their feet can become dry, cracked and bleeding which can lead to an infection. You don't want a vet visit just because you didn't put some booties on your pooch. The de-icing chemicals are also toxic for dogs to ingest, so when your hound licks his feet after coming in, he's at risk for getting sick. Once you look at the facts, getting dog clothes for winter is a practical, responsible thing to do for a owner of a small or medium size dog.

Grant Carroll is the loving father of four dogs and co-owner of http://www.littlepamperedpets.com with affordable dog clothes for dogs of all sizes and breed. Come visit Little Pampered Pets.com to find dog apparel to match any puppy's personality! From argyle dog sweaters to corduroy coats and suede boots they have something for every pampered pooch. Little Pampered Pets specializes in warm dog clothing perfect to keep your four-legged best friend warm and safe this fall and winter. Whether you have a tiny Chihuahua or a Great Dane it is important to keep protect them this winter... and your doggie might as well be fashionable while dressed!