It is always a hard decision what gift to get for your dog. Dog clothes are a great gift any season, and your dog is sure to look great in any outfit you buy him. He’ll wear your gift with his head held high and tail wagging with pride and appreciation. Dog’s love any kind of attention from you so having them dressed and looking good and I am sure getting compliments and pats, will only increase their feeling of wellbeing.

Dog clothes shopping is a lot like shopping for clothes for babies. Unless you’re going for practicality, cuteness is what counts. There is an entire range of dog clothes from winter sweaters to football jerseys and summer tees. You can get a set of sweet sleep pajamas for bedtime or a terry robe for after bath. There’s even an entire line of Happy tails Cowboy or Cowgirl costumes for dogs, complete with leather cap and collar. There are other costumes made for parties and holidays and picnics which are simply too cute for words.

If you really want your gift of clothes to be a hit, accessorize. Try a designer dog collar and maybe a cool pair of sunglasses–they make them just for dogs. Also you can choose from necklaces and hats.
There are also some really creative doggie costumes out there that are good for a chuckle or two. There are really only a couple of rules you’ll need to keep in mind when shopping for dog clothes:

One is that if the dog in question is an avid chewer, you should avoid buying clothes with shiny buttons, fringe, or feathers. An object that can easily be chewed off and swallowed is a choking hazard and can also get stuck in the dog’s digestive tract.
The other rule is that any dog, no matter how understanding, will be more relaxed wearing clothes that fit. Proper fit typically requires measuring from the dog’s collar to the base of her tail for length. Most dog clothes can be adjusted with Velcro tabs, but could still be an issue with a barrel-chested breed such as a bulldog. Measurements are typically in inches.

Now, if you’re shopping for your own dog, you’re all set. But if you’re buying clothes for someone elses dog, I’ve got a few more tips to share with you. Surveys conducted on the subject of gift preferences of men and women have shown that men prefer gifts that are more playful or practical. So, if the dog’s owner is male this might translate into a doggie Happy Tails Cowboy & Cowgirl Costume, a funny costume, or a reflective hunting vest. Women, on the other hand, generally prefer gifts that are beautiful, memorable, and have a personal touch. It shouldn’t be hard to find an item of clothing for a woman’s dog that’s either beautiful or memorable or both, and it will of course be personal!