Dog & cat clothing guides
What size fits, breed by breed, worked out from the size charts of real products, and what to wear for each season.
Sizing
Sizes by breed
- Poodle Clothes Size Guide: Toy, Miniature and StandardWhat size clothes a toy, miniature or standard poodle wears, how to measure through a curly coat, and why the grooming clip changes the size.
- Pomeranian Clothes Size Guide: Measuring a Fluffy CoatWhat size clothes a Pomeranian wears, how to measure through the double coat and neck ruff, and when that coat makes clothes too warm.
- Maltese Clothes Size Guide: How to Measure and What FitsWhat size clothes a Maltese wears, how to measure under a long silky coat, and which fabrics and fastenings keep that coat from tangling.
- Bichon Frise Clothes Size Guide: Measure After GroomingWhat size clothes a bichon frise wears, how its curly double coat and grooming cut change the measurement, and how to keep clothes from matting it.
- Chihuahua Clothes Size Guide: When XS Is Too BigWhat size clothes a Chihuahua wears, what to do when a shop's smallest size is too big, and how to fit necklines and leg holes on a tiny dog.
- French Bulldog Clothes Size: Measure the Chest FirstFrench bulldog clothes go by the chest: how to measure, why cuts run long on a short back, why the neck needs room and why to walk on a harness.
- Dachshund Clothes Size: Fit the Long Back FirstDachshund clothes, standard or miniature: why back length decides, how to measure, belly coverage, leg holes and choosing a harness.
- Golden Retriever Clothes Size: Raincoats, Vests and FitWhat size fits a golden retriever, why a winter coat is rarely needed, when a raincoat or visibility vest helps, and how to measure over a thick coat.
- Corgi Clothes Size: Fit for a Long Body and Low BellyPembroke Welsh corgi clothes: back length versus chest, belly coverage for rain and snow, and what changes for the heavier Cardigan.
- Shiba Inu Clothes Size: Easy-On Gear That FitsHow to size a Shiba Inu for a harness, raincoat or bandana, why most skip winter coats, and how to keep fittings short for a dog that resists handling.
Seasons and occasions
- Dog Halloween Costumes: Types, Fit and Safety TipsHow to choose a Halloween costume your dog can wear: capes, hats, full costumes or bandanas, a sight and breathing check, practice and stress signs.
- How to Choose a Dog Raincoat: Coverage, Fit and HoodHow to choose a dog raincoat: cape or four-leg suit, hood, belly and leg coverage, reflective trim, sizing by back length, boots and drying after walks.
- Christmas Dog Outfits: Sweaters, Santa Hats and Safe FitChristmas outfits for dogs: how to size a knit sweater, Santa hats and antlers for photos, bells and tinsel to avoid, warm rooms, and holiday card tips.
- Dog Winter Coat Guide: Does Your Dog Need One?Which dogs need a winter coat and which don't, the temperatures to watch, sweater vs coat vs puffer, belly coverage, and protecting paws from ice and salt.
- Dog Birthday Outfits: Party Hats, Bandanas and Bow TiesWhat a dog can wear to its birthday party, how to fit a party hat's elastic, a calm party plan, party foods that are toxic to dogs, and photo tips.
- Dog Hanbok: How to Choose a Korean Hanbok for Your DogWhat a dog hanbok is, when Koreans dress dogs in one (Seollal, Chuseok), how to size it, and fit checks for ties, skirt length, closures and warm rooms.