Tiny dog coats are perfect for tiny cute puppy dogs
There are many tiny dog coats on the market. Just go to your favorite pet store and there will be an overwhelming number from which to choose. Then there is the internet with all of its search engine results! How's a body to know what's good from what's not?
It's mostly a matter of taste and personal preference. However, there are a few things you might wish to keep in mind when choosing among tiny dog coats. You must measure your dog correctly and then make sure that the coat you pick is made to fit those measurements. A "tiny" dog is considered to have dimensions of 14 inches around the chest and a length of 7 inches from collar to root of tail (where tail meets body = root of tail).
Another detail you will wish to keep in mind when selecting tiny dog coats: does your dog have a harness or a collar? Dog coats accommodate these items differently. Tiny dog coats for dogs with collars usually have a larger neck opening so that the collar lies above the coat?s neckline. For dogs with harnesses, the coat will have a higher neckline and provide a slot through which the harness can attach to the lead.
Stretch is another facet of tiny dog coats of which you will need to be mindful. This can be a combination of fabric stretch and fastener stretch. Some tiny dog coats are made to slip over the head and fasten with a strap under the belly just behind the front legs. Be particularly watchful of the tightness of the neck opening. You do not wish a choke hold on your pet! You'll want to be sure you can fit two fingers under the coat's neckline. That should be sufficient to ensure good coat coverage without cutting off air supply. The strap behind the legs should also have some stretch to it so that it does not cut into the chest.
Don't forget to buy several tiny dog coats. You will want to have more than one--not just for the fashion conscious among you, but for those times that one coat is being washed. Keep in mind the power of the sun: periodically give all your tiny dog coats a good sun bath. The sun is a powerful fungus killer and absolutely hypoallergenic!
