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Dog Fashion: Is It Necessary?
Discover the latest trends in pet fashion
Fashion has the ability to transcend between races, that is why for many years we have seen how clothes for pets are designed. The question that many asks is whetheror not it is correct to wear them.
A debate arises whether it is a waste of vanity, an unnecessary expense, or even, if it hurts pets.
There are endless garments as varied as the opinions of those who buy or reject them. However, we want to approach the subject from the most objective point of view. In this way you can formulate your own conclusion and thus decide whether to give your pet a new look.
Aesthetics Vs. Nature
There are two realities that pet owners grapple with when it comes to clothing and accessories designed for them.
The fact of what it looks like and if its use is necessary, taking into account the uncertainty of knowing if it will affect you or not.
This trend of dressing up animals is born from upper-class canine owners who invest heavily in caring for their pets. To these, it seemed attractive to put clothes on them, to make them look much more refined and flirtatious.
And the truth is that they look very adorable with little clothes, which are adapted according to their race and size. There are many styles to choose from, and they range from small formal suits, to the best urban style, which look great on them.
But on the other hand, there is also the reality that it is a mere aesthetic matter, since animals naturally come with a skin and coat.
In view of health
As humans, there are garments that eventually end up causing health problems, and the same thing happens with animals. Furthermore, understanding that dressing them is a decision that comes from us and not from them.
The most common problem that occurs in pets are skin infections and the multiplication of bacteria. These are caused by increased heat in the areas where they wear clothes.
The animals automatically control their temperature according to the climate in which they are. Therefore, they do not need extra help with clothing, unless it is a pet with very little fur or is already old.
Otherwise, putting on a garment will represent a significant increase in the heat generated by your body. This also increases sweat considerably and makes them uncomfortable.
Another aspect that should be considered is that although dogs tolerate wearing a garment quite well, for cats it is torture. Because they disrupt their grooming habits and are generally very reluctant to have any accessories attached to them.
How to dress them without hurting them?
Although dressing them is not a necessary action, it is also a way of pampering them and giving greater care to their image.
Pets are sentimental, and they like to feel loved, so we recommend the following if you want to pamper them a bit.
Simple and occasional
Avoid tight and elaborate suits of great thickness, always opt for clothes with enough freshness and simple cut.
Also, use them for specific times such as trips or walks, do not wear it daily to be at home.
Accessories more than clothes
They don't need much to look good, so a cute necklace or scarf is enough. Accessories make them look more delicate and do not cause them any discomfort.
Custom fabric and design
Do not put any type of clothing on your pet because you could do him great harm.
Buy clothes designed for your breed, in the correct size and with a fabric that does not cause itching or excess heat. Invest in quality clothing if you want to take care of it.
What your pet should not be
Many times fashion drives us crazy to the point that we feel that our style must be above absolutely everything that surrounds us. And that ends up involving even our beloved animal companions.
The first thing we must accept is that a pet is a living being.
It is not an accessory to show off, nor is it a toy to have fun trying combinations and styles. If you buy her clothes, think first of her comfort and not in your image.
Your pet is not a complement to your outfit. So do not treat it as if it were a purse or a scarf that you must combine with the rest of your image. Give him freedom and learn to know what he likes and what he doesn't.
Take care of your pet with such delicacy as if it were yourself, pamper it, pamper it and beautify its image in every way. But, be very careful when dressing it so that it is an act of affection and not a simple aesthetic whim.
