Knittted Coats for Your Dog

Any small dog lover will tell you that the winter can be especially tough for the little ones. Breeds like the Pekinese, Chihuahua, and Dachshund’s all shiver their little paws off when having to take a walk in the cold winter months. What is a loving owner to do? They must have their exercise plus they have a “business” to tend to at least once a day.

Nothing says I love you like a nice knitted dog coat or sweater for your little princess. Knitted dog coats give them the added protection they need from the elements and they can be super stylish. Anything you want you can find, in addition you can give it that personal touch by knitting it yourself!

Ordering Knitted Dog Coats

An easy search on google will lead you to many sites that you can order pre-made knitted dog coats. Let you since of style shine with fine knitted wools in vibrant colors. Wool is the perfect yarn for creating comfortable warm sweaters and coats. Wool fabrics have a greater bulk than other textiles and retain air, which causes the product to retain heat. Insulation also works both ways; Bedouins and Tuaregs use wool clothes to keep the heat out.

The styles of knitted dog coats range from the traditional in colors like charcoal and tan to more contemporary designs in bright colors. They also come personalized; you can order them with your beloved pets name actually knitted into the coat. Have a Scottish terrier; why not get him a knitted dog coat in plaid?

Homemade Knits

Knitting is a craft that has been around since ancient Egyptian times. The earliest example was a finely decorated sock. Through the years, it has come and gone in popularity with the 21st century starting the latest revival. In fact, hand knitting has had a 150% increase in knitters in the United States.

If you are one of these fine crafters you may decide you want to knit your pups knitted coat your self. To do this you will need the proper tools, a couple of knitting needles, the yarn of your choosing, a pattern and some extra time. Patterns are available in lot of places including your local sewing shop. The best place however is probably the internet if you want diversity. There are free patterns for download and several for sale on ebay. Have fun and remember to make proper adjustments for the difference in little boys.