5 Most Unnecessary Pet Accessories

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I have two Shih Tzus and other than trimming have never cut their coats.
They love to be outdoors and of course here in Canada we have snow to contend with. Therefore, wearing boots and sweaters and even snowsuits are a must unless I want to spend hours each day combing the snowballs from their fur. I am ever so thankful for these pieces of clothing!!

Submitted by Carol Schultz on Mon. 2012-01-09 11:01am

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Many small dogs are "indoor" dogs and they notice the cold when they are out for their walks in winter. Out in rain, they'll get wet dog smell. I don't think designer clothes are necessary but some shelter from the weather on walks is just being kind.

Submitted by Linda M on Mon. 2012-01-09 5:01pm

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While the fancy, bling is not necessary - many of the dogs we own in Canada DO need some protection from the harsh cold and salted roads and sidewalks. People say "they have fur" they don't need a coat. And on a double coated dog, this is true. But on a Chihuahua, or a Boxer, or a Greyhound, a coat may be necessary. After all, we have hair (most of us) but we still wear a hat in the winter - the logic is the same. Boots in the winter prevent snowballs in the pads, cuts from sharp ice, and protection from the harsh salt and other chemicals used to de-ice roads and sidewalks. Dogs lick their feet to clean them. The chemicals left behind can cause them harm.

Submitted by Jill on Thu. 2012-02-09 10:02am

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