Clothing Tidbits for Small Dogs

Clothing Tidbits for Small Dogs

There is nothing quite so cute as a small dog dressed up in an outfit. Sometimes the outfits are for more than decoration as these little dogs often shiver from cold and will appreciate the warmth that an outfit will bring.

Clothing a small dog has become quite a fashion statement and form of pampering that many small dogs enjoy. Here are a few tidbits about clothing for small dogs that you may find useful.

A small dog will need coats and sweaters to stay warm for those outdoor walks. Some small dogs can even be cold indoors and a sweater will come in handy then too. During spring when it starts to get warm outside, you may wish to have a few shirts on hand especially is you have a short haired breed like a Chihuahuas or a Min Pins which can get cold from the air conditioner being on inside your home. A shirt will also protect a small dog from sunburn when outside on sunny days. Use sun block where your small dog has bare skin.

You can express your small dog’s personality by your choice of clothings and there are many online stores that are happy to give you many fashion choices. Some small dog clothing are imprinted with cute sayings that can help you to give your little dog some big style!

Dog fashion can actually get quite expensive as the “canine couture” has gained in popularity as of late and is quite the booming business with many Hollywood celebrity dogs begging for the latest in small dog fashion.

You can find coats and sweaters, footwear, hats, neckwear, and also costumes too for your small dog. You can find fancy collars, and matching leashes for the all over look. When small dog owners search online they are likely to also find clothes for teacup dogs and tiny dog clothes too. Sites have all kinds of clothes for small dogs that besides the normal selections of shirts, coats and sweaters you may find tanks, dresses, hoodies, pants, pajamas, boots and shoes.

Here are just a few small dog online shopping sites:

woofonline.com

swankpets.com

handsnpaws.com

kooldawgtees.com

pawpalaceonline.com

smalldogmall.com

and also

doggiedesigner.com

As the list above testifies to, small dog owners have plenty of choices when it comes to outfitting their small dog with clothes. Clothes can be found for any small dog on any humans budget. Clothing is a great way to pamper your special pooch.

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Catching a Runaway Dog

Catching a Runaway Dog

Dogs do not generally run away from their human companions unless they are incompetently trained or actually abused and even then it is highly likely that as soon as the impulse to run after whatever looked attractive has waned, they will seek to return. Unlike the fabled dogs that return after being separated by months and miles, however, the dog may be uncertain, become scared, panic, and in some cases even get hurt when well meaning humans seek to capture it for treatment or to return it to (or give it) a loving home.

Catching a runaway dog needs to be a careful endeavor and instead of simply jumping at the dog and trying to get a hand into the fur or lay hold of the collar, it is wise to consider the options and also potential reasons for escape:

A dog wooed by another in heat or a potential intruder it is immaterial if this intruder has the form of the dog from down the street or takes the guise of a squirrel is not running scared. This canine found and followed an irresistible impulse and might now be ready to bid farewell to the object of its little bout of freedom but might not be sure how to go about that. Finding such a dog may be accomplished by simply going out with a few friends and calling the dogs name. Before long it will be located and might at first act like it is cornered, but generally will more than willingly be reunited with its owner.
On the other hand, a dog that was spooked by a backfiring car or other loud noise is running scared and may actually be nearby, but in this case this makes no difference. The fact that the dog is panicked puts it into an entirely different class of runaway animals and as such the approach of the animal makes all the difference. Approach the dog quietly and do nothing that might cause it to bolt and run. Speak gently to it and allow it the time to recognize that you mean no harm. Take frequent breaks in your pursuit to get closer and when you do, lunging is a common mistake. Instead, gently pet the animal with your open hand and continue to talk to it. Slip a leash over its head and lead the dog away by the leash, not by dragging it by its legs or tail!
If there is an object attached to a panicked dog, such as a piece of barbed wire fencing, follow the instructions set out above, but also gently and slowly seek to disentangle the animal from the fencing or other material. Do not seek to remove the dog and later on see to the item attached but instead try to get rid of it right away, unless there is no way to safely do so. If the animal is frightened, it might get further entangled, an eventuality you can avoid by reading the runaway dogs body language.

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Caring For A Puppy

Caring For A Puppy

Puppies have very special needs that are different from a dogs needs. Puppies must be handled with care. Kids must be taught how to safely approach and touch a puppy. Puppies have physical, mental and emotional needs.

A puppy can be injured if kids or adults mishandle, are rough with or hold a puppy incorrectly.

Picking up a puppy:

Allow the puppy to first sniff your closed hand.

Use both of your hands to pick up the puppy. Place your hands under the front part of the puppy’s body and his legs.

Support the puppy’s body with your hand and your arm. Holding a puppy is much like holding a baby.

Be careful not to drop the wriggling puppy.

When placing the puppy back down, support the body until the feet are on a surface.

All four paws should be on the ground at the same time.

Never pick up a dog when he is defecating or urinating

Use special care when picking up a heavy or very active puppy, so as not to drop it.

Do not hold the puppy too tight as you may crush it.

Always supervise young children when they pick up and hold a puppy. Teach them how to properly pick up and hold a puppy.

How to handle a puppy:

A puppy needs to be socialized and to be allowed to build up a tolerance for strangers. To a new puppy everyone in your family will be a stranger and everyone will need to allow the puppy to get to know each of the family members. Some puppies are more tolerant of meeting people than other puppies. Puppies need to be taught how to be comfortable at the vets, at the groomers, at the boarding kennel, and out in public places and being out among other people and animals while on walks. If your puppy is shy slowly increase social visits with others and increase the time each family member spends with the puppy. The first 3 to 4 days home with a new puppy you should not leave the puppy alone as the puppy will be missing his mother and littermates.

Socialization with other dogs and pets is important as you never know when your family will decide to get other pets and you will want your puppy to grow up into a dog that will tolerate other dogs and cats (or other pets).

Teach kids to always ask permission before approaching or touching a puppy that does not belong to them. Ask permission not only from the human owner, but from the puppy too. You ask a puppy if you can touch it by letting it sniff your closed hand. If the puppy wags its tail and does not growl at you, then it is safe to say that it wants you to pet and handle him.

Puppys physical needs:

A puppy needs to be fed, have clean fresh water, a safe area to go to the bathroom, a warm secure place to sleep, plenty of exercise and playtime and lots of hugs and love. A puppy needs to be cleaned and brushed. A puppy needs to have medical attention and healthcare from a vet on a regular basis.

Puppys mental needs:

A puppy needs to be mentally stimulated by having training in how to behave and to be able to learn basic commands. Playing with your puppy stimulates the puppys brain and allows the puppy to be challenged to learn new things about the puppys world.

Puppys emotional needs:

A puppy needs to be socialized to new people so it will not be too shy to be with the vet, groomer, or boarding staff. A puppy needs to know that people can be friendly and fun to be around, so that the puppy wont grow up to be an aggressive dog.

Never hit a puppy or it will soon come to fear and distrust you. A puppy should never be left alone for long periods of time, as a puppy really needs companionship. A puppy needs to bond with his owner and learn to trust the people in his family.

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