Winter has arrived, and regardless of the dog's breed, many owners will dress their dogs. So, is it really necessary to put clothes on dogs?
Actually, whether dogs should wear clothes cannot be generalized; it should be considered based on:
1. Size and breed
If the dog is relatively thin and has less fur, it will be difficult for them to maintain their body temperature if they are outside for a long time, so wearing a coat is a good idea.
In terms of breed, if they are from tropical regions, such as the Chinese Crested Dog and the Mexican Chihuahua, they are not inherently well-suited to cold weather.
Conversely, if the dog is from a cold climate, such as a Golden Retriever from Scotland or a Labrador from Newfoundland, they are naturally quite resistant to the cold!
2. Duration of outdoor time
The dog's body temperature is around 39 degrees. Unless the outdoor temperature is really very cold, otherwise it won't cause the dog to lose heat in a short time!
Wearing clothes indoors can easily cause overheating.
The dog's body temperature can reach up to 39 degrees, and the indoor temperature in Hong Kong is generally around 25 degrees or higher. In winter, the heating is turned on, so if you keep the dog dressed indoors, they really have a chance of overheating!
Affects the dog's immunity
When dogs get used to maintaining their body temperature by wearing clothes, it will affect their ability to regulate their own temperature, and it will also lower their resistance, possibly leading to diseases!
Easily causes skin diseases
And the clothes will press down on the fur, combined with friction, it will easily cause the fur to tangle. When there are more tangles and they can't be combed through, it will instead make the dog's skin sensitive and swollen!
So, owners, don't use human methods on dogs anymore!
Reference link: bit.ly/狗狗著衣服的利與弊
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