My Fetching Fido

I have a small dog that I take everywhere I go. I dress her in cute outfits to show her off, especially when I take her downtown. I was so delighted to find a website that sells an adorable black dog beret to complete her ensembles. She even acts different when she wears it – like she know she looks extra cute. Everyone stops us to comment.

Summer is a great season for spending time outdoors with our dogs, but it’s also important to be aware that dogs aren’t as resilient to the sun as we often think. Just like a person, a dog’s skin and eyes can be damaged with too much exposure to the sun’s rays. While long–haired dogs will have protection to the sun from their fur, short haired dogs can becomes sunburned. However, the real danger of the sun is if the dog becomes too hot. Long–haired dogs are much more vulnerable than short–haired dogs when it comes to heat, and owners should ensure that their dog is provided shade if spending an extended period of time outdoors. Water is also important, as it’s much easier for dogs to become dehydrated because they don’t sweat through their skin, as people do.

To address a dog’s eyes, a dog hat is a good idea. Dogs are smart, and won’t look up at the sun, but their eyes can still become damaged due to the sun reflecting off pavement or another surface. A dog hat is a great idea as it will protect the dog’s eyes, and also serve as a bold fashion statement.

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!

I love to see my schnauzer wearing a fashionable dog hat. He draws attention not only from me but from everyone we pass as we’re out and about. Though he’s clearly the talk of the town, I’ve found that his dog hats have practical uses too. For example, I use his sun visor to shield his eyes from harmful UV rays, which can impact dog eyesight just as much as human eyesight. I use his rain hat to keep his head dry and keep water from getting in his eyes when it’s raining outside.

These are just a few of the practical uses I’ve found, and I’m sure there are more. I’d love to hear what other practical uses people have found for their dog hats or dog clothes.

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.

We love our pets. Americans will spend $43.4 billion on our pets in 2008, a 5 1/2% growth from 2007, according to the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association. That’s more than double what pet owners spent more than a decade ago, the group noted.

Contributing to that growth are high-end products and services such as pet spas, day care, and luxury gifts for pets. Another fast-growing area is pet insurance according to the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association. “Pet owners want to protect themselves and their pets against unexpected medical expenses,” says Bob Vetere, president of the association. More than 2 million pet owners currently subscribe to pet insurance. By 2010, APPMA estimates that 5 to 7 % of all pet owners will carry a pet insurance card.

The aging baby boomer population is filling their houses with pets as grown children move out, and this is also contributing to the change in the pet industry, Bob Vetere says. “For empty-nesters, pets are filling a void in their lives, and they’re showing their appreciation to their pets,” he said.

Despite concerns of an economic slowdown as Americans spend more cautiously, the pet industry appears somewhat insulated from recession talk, the association said. “Pet owners and the companies providing pet products and services show no sign of letting up,” Vetere said.

This information is provided by barkingmart.com.

Mitzi, a pampered Beverly Hills Chihuahua accustomed to riding in a purse, goes for a spa vacation in Mexico with her owner. But when she gets lost, she is forced to find her way back hone with the help of some furry friends.

This movie should be a big hit, especially of Chihuahua owners and lovers. However, animal shelters warn us of hastily going out to purchase one of these cute pets. They can be a handful if the potential owner is unaware of their temperament. So proceed with caution. And enjoy.

Mitzi would love this matching dog ensemble when lunching in Beverly Hills with her friends.

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.

We’ve all heard of The Cat in the Hat, Dr. Seuss’ most popular book. In fact, The Cat in the Hat is such a well-known, trans- generational icon that I don’t think I know anyone who hasn’t heard of it! Kids of all ages are big fans, but now I have my own little dog in a hat. This Lady in Red dog outfit is perfect for my little dog. She’s a real ham and loves all the attention!

I looked at more of your dog hats and I was really impressed with what I saw. In my experience everything you have is pretty high quality but the prices, wow. It’s not even twenty bucks for this ultra-swank hat for my dog. The range of sizes is great too, since I also have a larger dog – I can even dress them to match!