My Fetching Fido

Our dogs love their walks day and night, rain or shine. They can’t get too many. They also like to be in the middle of things. They sense when something is different, like when you get into your wacky Halloween costume to answer the door to trick or treaters and try to scare them. So be sure to plan ahead and get just the right costume so your pet can be in on the fun. I’ve picked up a dog costume that my Sadie will just love. She’ll look so cute in her red and black velour Dracula cape. I’ll scoop her up each time the doorbell rings, so she can hear the ooooh’s and ahhhh’s as everyone tells her how cute she looks. She’ll be warm, too, when we take a walk after all the candy is gone.

Is Halloween one of your favorite holidays, do you love costume parties? If so, then it’s probably accurate to assume that you’re the type of person who would love to dress up their dog in creatively adorable costumes. October is drawing near, which means it’s the perfect time to purchase your pet’s costume before all the good ones sell out. It’s also important to remember that, just like people, dogs come in different shapes and sizes, which means that their costumes do too. So don’t wait until it’s too late, your tiny pooch may get buried in a large costume.

Looking for your dog’s Halloween costume now will also give you a head start in generating ideas for your own costume. Maybe you want to create a theme between you and your pooch. A Hawaiian shirt and lei pair great with a shark costume for your dog – surfs up! When it comes to shopping for dog costumes, you should also consider the bunny rabbit, the bumble bee, the vampire or the sweet pea.

While most people might think dog apparel requires special care and washing, in most cases it can be cared for in the same manner as people clothing.  Cleaning and washing dog clothing all depends on the fabric, just like our clothes.  For example, it’s not a good idea to put suede or leather in the washing machine, but cotton clothing is just fine for the most part.  But with cotton, it is important to be careful of shrinking, as cotton dog clothing tends not to be pre-washed.  Most dog clothing can go in the washing machine, but it might be necessary for some items to be dry cleaned.  For delicates, washing by hand is also an option.  Because dogs are closer to the floor, it’s natural for their clothing to become saturated with dust and grit, and it’s important to perform regular cleanings to keep the clothing looking at its best.

You can use all the standard cleaners on dog clothing including detergent, fabric softener, and bleach (for whites).  Just be careful to follow the instructions on the clothing or use your best judgment.

Spring is the time for romance and weddings. We are all currently aware of cutting back on our lavish plans to save some money, but one area we simply can’t scrimp on is our pet’s festive attire at the ceremony. I recently attended my good friend’s wedding and she had her darling pooch decked out in the cutest dog tuxedo. He looked almost as handsome than the groom! Because he looked so cute, he provided us with many laughs. It was one of the most fun weddings I have ever been to!

I love fashion and I want my dog to look just as stylish as I look. Seriously, you can’t walk around anymore these days without getting your dog dressed up. Everyone makes fun of dog owners who don’t dress up their pups.

I decided I would out my dog in fashion accessories that no other dog had – do glasses. These wouldn’t be just any glasses – they would be the hippest dog glasses ever! Now every time I take my dog out I out him in his dog glasses. You guessed it– everybody nods in approval.

Our pets love to be the center of attention at all times. What better way to have your dog stand out is to deck her out in this darling red velour Santa coat and hat I recently discovered on a great website. Well-made and well-priced, your dog will be smiling with all the ooooo’s and ahhhh’s directed her way! Merry Christmas!

Making your pet as cute and adorable as it can be with clothing and accessories can be a fun and enjoyable task. Chances are your pup won’t mind being dressed up now and then. Choosing dog clothes is more about you than your pup; after all, they can’t even see colors, but they will enjoy the attention. Just ensure the clothing isn’t too confining for your dog. Here are a few unique pieces of dog clothing you can expect to find from designers.

• Hats
• Beach clothing
• Holiday clothing
• Wedding dresses and tuxedos
• Raincoats

Click on the above link to find these products.

Date: October 25, 2008
Time: 1:00 – 4:00PM
Place: Humane Society of Sonoma County
Phone: 707 542-0882

Come to this fun, annual event that benefits an important cause. All dogs are welcome on leash. The festivities include a dog costume contest, K9 demos, prizes, bobbing for hot dogs, pet photos, paws painting, pet psychic, wine tasting, and much more. $10 donation per dog.

All proceeds benefit the Humane Society and SPCA of Sonoma County

It’s that time of year again. The weather is getting a bit cooler, and there is something in the air that reminds us of fall. It’s time to start preparing. Though Halloween isn’t really an official holiday, it is a fun-filled time for children and adults alike. Children might already be thinking about what costume to wear. And we also need to be sure our pets are decked out to go trick or treating with us. There is a wide selection of pet costumes to choose from. It’s never too early to begin planning. Trick or Treat!

Dog clothing serves many purposes other than just making a dog appear stylish. Warmth is the number one reason for dog outerwear, which provides the insulation he or she needs outdoors or even in a drafty house.

Dog clothing can keep dogs with allergies from scratching, chewing, and licking their itchy skin as well as keeping allergies off the dog’s skin in the first place. Dog clothing also protects people that may be allergic to the dog by decreasing the amount of dander in the air.