Fashion for Toy Terriers: we make clothes ourselves

In many regions of our vast country, in winter, as well as autumn, spring and sometimes even summer, smooth-haired dogs, such as toy terriers, get very cold. Therefore, every owner strives to dress his pet in warm clothes so that his life is comfortable. Wardrobe items for your pet can be easily purchased in a specialized store, but it is much more interesting to make it yourself using patterns.

Before you begin, you should select the material for sewing the product. The fabric should be made of non-staining material, easy to wash, and also non-rigid. The most favorable choice: raincoat fabric for the top and flannel for the lining. There is a huge selection of clothes for the toy terrier, from homemade hygiene panties to warm winter overalls. Our article will be relevant for beginners and experienced craftswomen to create clothes for a small toy terrier quickly and easily with their own hands with a selection of patterns.

It is better to have clothes for each season, including for hot days, since overheating is just as dangerous for a Toy Terrier as being overcooled.

In addition to clothing, you should have shoes that will serve as protection from dirt and harmful substances, of which there are a lot on the roads, especially in urban environments. Some of them can even harm your pet, so don't neglect your shoes.

Why does that terrier need clothes?

Clothing for a toy terrier is divided into two types: functional and elegant. The first type is insulated winter overalls, bolognese jackets for rainy weather, warm knitted blouses for cool spring evenings. The second type – elegant clothes – is needed to satisfy the aesthetic needs of owners of small dogs. These are charming dresses with lace, miniature shirts, T-shirts and even hats with bow ties.

That is, toys need one piece of clothing to stay warm in bad weather, and another to look smart. Of course, outerwear for small dogs can be breathtakingly beautiful. And most importantly, it’s not so difficult to do it yourself. There are many ways to do this - crocheting, knitting or sewing (by hand or on a sewing machine).

Carrying for a toy terrier – comfortable trips and travels!

The “experienced” owner of a small dog knows very well that a pet carrier is simply irreplaceable when traveling long distances.

Vip-Dog.com pleasantly surprises and pleases with a huge selection of carriers for toy terriers. We offer you products from such world-famous brands as Giccu, DogModa, Limargy, Puppy Angel and many others. Every fashionista will be able to choose a bag in accordance with her own style and favorite manufacturer.

A pet carrier bag gives you peace of mind when traveling: the animal is completely safe, and you can take your little miracle with you everywhere without any questions asked.

Correct cut is an important element in making clothing for dogs.

Taking measurements from your pet and creating a pattern before sewing is extremely necessary, since sewing clothes for a toy terrier “by eye” means dooming both the animal and its owner to suffering. After all, an uncomfortable outfit can press or rub the poor dog’s skin and hinder his movements. And putting tight clothing on a pet who is doing its best to interfere with this process is not just torture, it is an atrocity towards the pet.

Accessories for a toy terrier – a stylish finish to the look!

By producing products for small breed dogs, companies delight sophisticated dog lovers with the most beautiful and unusual accessories for the toy terrier. Collars trimmed with rhinestones and stones are extremely popular; various bows, hairpins, headbands, etc.

The online store in Moscow offers you not only cute, but also everyday collars that will take care of the safety of your tailed friend.

Hats for dogs will be useful for ear health. In our catalog you can find insulated caps, hats for dogs with ear slits, and lightweight options for the summer.

When choosing products for your wet-nosed baby, you can completely trust the experience and knowledge of our consultants. Vip-Dog.com - the best products for animals and highly qualified employees!

Ideal Yarn or Fabric for a Pet

So, you have decided to sew or knit an outfit for your toy terrier with your own hands. It is very important to decide on the materials. It depends on what weather you are knitting or sewing the item for. So, for a warm outfit you need to choose thick, fluffy yarn, which will better retain heat. Never, no matter how beautiful they are, do not buy prickly and hard threads - they will cause discomfort to your dog.

The same goes for fabrics. The material should be soft and elastic. For a smart T-shirt for the summer, cotton or linen is suitable, for an autumn jumpsuit - a waterproof raincoat, and for a jumpsuit for a cold winter - fleece or faux fur.

Remember that both yarn and fabrics should be as natural as possible. Avoid too bright colors - the dyes they contain can cause allergies.

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We make patterns and sew clothes

Owners of small dogs have a very positive attitude towards sewing their own outfits for them. Here it is important not only to choose the necessary patterns and make patterns, but also to choose the right material. You should not give preference to silk, as it “cools” rather than gives warmth. This material is suitable only for summer outfits. But the overalls for your toy terrier need to be sewn from warm fabric and lined with fur. At the same time, the fabric should be dense and waterproof, as well as easy to wash and dry quickly.

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For winter suits, use raincoat fabric with a flannel lining sewn onto it. This solution is suitable for those animals that will live in climatic conditions where harsh winters occur.

Knitting requires a different material - thread or yarn. You can buy them or unravel old human clothes. You will also need a hook here. Remember that knitting is a longer process than sewing. Also, you cannot do without special skills. After all, you need to be able to knit clothes (overalls, sweaters, etc.), and this is much more difficult than sewing them.

If you don’t know how to knit the item you need, you can either get patterns and diagrams from friends or search online. A wide variety of outfits are presented here, as well as detailed instructions for each stage of creating dog clothes. Therefore, you can easily find patterns and patterns for winter overalls and sweaters, as well as for carnival and even wedding costumes. Sew the option that you like best.

Why do you need clothes?

Today there are special stores that sell clothes for dogs. Moreover, the lion's share of models there falls specifically on the Toy Terrier breed. Here you can buy everything: overalls, hat, sweater, pants, etc. Why do these pets need such a huge wardrobe? The fact is that dogs of this breed are decorative pets. They are practically devoid of undercoat. Therefore, animals are very sensitive to temperature fluctuations and can catch a cold even in summer.

How to take measurements

Taking measurements of a dog alone is quite difficult, so ask someone for help in advance. To find out the correct size, you need to measure the dog in a standing position. Place your Toy Terrier on a table or other hard surface. Make sure that the dog rests evenly on all four paws, then the dimensions will be accurate. After measuring, check the size chart, and if in doubt about the size, choose the one that is slightly larger.

When sewing clothes, the following sizes are most often needed:

• Back length (from neck to base of tail).
• Chest circumference (the widest point behind the front legs).
• Chest height (from collar to shoulder).
• Waist circumference (narrow part of the torso).
• Side length (the distance is measured between the paw (front and back).
• Neck circumference (measured where the dog is wearing a collar).
• Abdomen length (for boys, measurements are taken from the front legs to the genitals, for girls - to the hind legs).
• Distance between paws (front).
• Front paw circumference.
• Hind leg circumference.
• Height at withers.
• The length of the sleeve.

The most important measurements are back length and chest circumference. Try to measure them as accurately as possible.

How to choose the right clothes for your pet

Most often, clothes with an uncomfortable cut cause discomfort to the dog. Therefore, owners of toy terriers are recommended to pay attention to certain criteria when choosing wardrobe items for their pet:

1. Comfort and convenience.
2. True to size. Clothing should be on time. Therefore, it is necessary to measure the body, chest, head and paws of the animal.
3. Physiological characteristics (boy or girl).
4. Safety. Jewelry and decorative elements should not pose a danger to the health and life of the dog. If you overdo it, your pet may bite off beads, get tangled in ribbons and laces, or choke on stones and rhinestones.

How to determine the size of a dog

Clothing manufacturers usually indicate sizes for different breeds of dogs. Size chart for Russian Toy Terrier:

Size	Back length, cm	Bust volume, cm	Dog weight, kg
XS	18–21	26–30	1 –2
S	22–25	31–34	2–3

Like people, Toy Terriers' clothing sizes are measured in a specific part of the body:

1. The chest is measured at the widest part of the chest. It is recommended to add 1-2 cm to the final result so that the clothes are loose.
2. The circumference of the neck is at its widest part.
3. The length of the back is from the base of the neck to the beginning of the tail.

Attention! The dog must stand while the measurements are taken.

In addition to clothing, toy terriers need shoes. To measure the paws you will need:

• pencil;
• paper;
• measuring tape.

The size is determined as follows. The paw is placed on a sheet of paper and its outline is traced. The length of the paw is the distance from the claws to the heel, the width is the segment at the widest part. Manufacturers' size charts vary slightly, so you'll need to find a size that matches those measurements.

Attention! Dogs' hind legs are smaller than their front legs.

How to knit and crochet a sweater?

For a small dog, you can knit a sweater with sleeves - raglan. They start knitting from the neckline, calculating the number of loops based on the girth of the neck. Cast on 64 stitches, place them on 4 knitting needles and knit about 15 rows with an elastic band. Start knitting raglan from the neckline, distributing the stitches equally on 3 knitting needles. It is necessary to take into account the size and volume of the pet, as well as the fact that the back of the product should be wider than the front. 25 loops are left on the back, 19 on the chest and tummy, and 10 loops on the legs, marking them with contrasting markers.

Then they begin to add loops in a circle. When there are 2 stitches left before the first mark, yarn over, purl 2, throw over the mark, knit a pair of purls and a yarn over again. The product will begin to increase in width, taking the shape of an inverted heart. The resulting blank is tried on the pet to determine the beginning of the sleeves. The loops for the sleeve are transferred to a separate stick or thread, and an additional 6-8 loops are cast on the working one, knitted in the round and finished with an elastic band on the tummy.

The length of the blouse is selected according to the size of the animal, but the back should be longer than the front. The back is knitted separately, moving the product onto one knitting needle, gradually decreasing the loops and closing them. For sleeves, cast on 5 or 10 loops and knit in a circle with an elastic band for about 10–15 rows. The finished parts are sewn together. The crocheted sweater follows the same pattern as the overalls, but without the bottom part.

Sewing and decoration of the product

Sewing any model involves the following procedure:

• taking all necessary measurements from the animal and constructing a life-size pattern (scale 1 to 1);
• cutting out the pattern, applying it to the wrong side of the material folded in half, securing it with tailor's pins and tracing with chalk or soap;
• duplicating the cutting line with a margin of 1.5-2 centimeters;
• cutting out the workpiece and the lining for it, if its presence is assumed;
• basting and stitching the lining (with a quilted seam or stripes);
• making folds for elastic bands and double folds for edges;
• marking connections and stitching them;
• pulling out contrasting basting threads, threading elastic bands and turning the product right side out.

A knitted overall for a toy terrier is also made according to a pattern with the basic parameters of the dog pre-applied to it, however, in this case you will have to calculate the number of loops, which directly depends on the thickness of the yarn and the density of the knitting. The finished product can be decorated by choosing some original fittings or decor for it .

For example, a jacket for a boy can be decorated with a transfer appliqué in the form of a bone, a skirt for a girl with elegant lace ruffles or a tulle petticoat, and a cape or poncho with spectacular English buttons.

The main thing is to do everything with soul and heart, and then there is a high probability that your pet will like the new clothes.

Models for toy terriers

You can sew or knit clothes for a toy terrier with your own hands. You can knit or crochet. It all depends on the personal preferences of the needlewoman. We will look at how to sew a jumpsuit, cape and other things with your own hands.

In the video you can watch a master class on how to sew a fur coat for a toy terrier.

Cape

Perhaps the simplest outfit that you can sew or knit with your own hands is a cape.

For rainy weather it can be made water-repellent, for cool weather it can be made warm, for example fleece. First you need to create a pattern by taking the necessary measurements. The resulting drawing should be placed on the material, which is first folded in half. The top pattern should be directed along the fold line of the fabric.

To emphasize that your toy terrier is a girl, you can attach a flirty skirt to the cape. It is connected to the main part using a belt.

Overalls

Overalls are already the highest class of clothing for terriers that you can make with your own hands. If you are making winter overalls, then you need to think about a warm lining in advance so that your small dog, who is almost always cold, will be warm. Don’t forget about the top water-repellent layer so that in snow or rain the dog returns home dry. Choose a suitable zipper (it’s better to take a tractor zipper), an elastic band (round in cross-section) and a collar fastener (button, button or Velcro).

The video explains in detail how to sew a comfortable overall for your pet.

The jumpsuit can also be knitted. There are many detailed master classes on the Internet with size tables and step-by-step instructions on how to make a knitted jumpsuit for a Russian Toy Terrier.

T-shirt

The T-shirt pattern will be the main one. With a little practice, you can easily, by slightly modifying it, make a sweater, jacket, shirt and many other different clothes. Additionally, you can sew a hood onto it.

You can turn a T-shirt into a dress for a girl. To do this, increase the neckline. Then finish it with piping or machine stitching. Repeat the same with the sleeves. For beauty, sew frills at the bottom of the product.

In the photo there is a Russian toy terrier in a stylish knitted T-shirt.

Crochet overalls pattern

You will need a No. 5 hook, bright thick yarn, a satin ribbon and a button or bead for decoration. The knitting pattern is as follows: chain stitch, connecting stitch, single crochet and double crochet. The product is knitted from the waist, casting on 81 stitches, closing them in a circle and knitting 7 cm. The circular fabric is divided into 2 unequal parts: at the bottom there are 14 motifs, and at the top – 12. On both sides, 2 motifs are left between them for the armhole. From it, another 10 cm is knitted and 7 motifs for the neck are set aside, and the right and left sides are knitted separately.

After 14 cm from the armhole, the product is finished, the loops are closed and the lower and upper parts are sewn together in the shoulder area. The neckline is tied in a circle in 4 rows. The sleeves are knitted by raising the stitches in the armholes and knitting about 10 cm in a circle. The last 4 cm are knitted with double crochets. The lower part starts from the waist line, knitting 20 cm down. The middle 11 motifs are set aside so that the jumpsuit can be worn.

Knitten things

To knit one thing for a small toy terrier you will need about 100 grams of yarn. Additionally, you need knitting needles, crochet pins, a hook, a tape measure, scissors, a needle with a wide eye, and fasteners - zippers, snaps, buttons, Velcro. According to the owners, the most inconvenient fasteners are buttons. Another rule is that it is better to knit a size larger than smaller.

A knitted sweater on a boy or a knitted dress on a girl will look very beautiful and impressive. The item can be decorated with patterns. Their diagrams with size tables are available in abundance on the Internet.

We sew a fashionable jumpsuit

To sew a jumpsuit for a Toy Terrier, you can choose almost any material: drape, raincoat fabric, knitwear. For girls they choose bright colors, for boys they choose more muted colors. Using the following instructions and knowing the size, sewing overalls for your dog with your own hands will not be difficult for you.

• Textile;
• jumpsuit patterns from the Internet or built yourself;
• lightning;
• rubber;
• pencil;
• tailor's scissors;
• thread and needle.

Video tutorial on making autumn clothing for your pet.

1. Find a template for a ready-made overalls pattern for a Toy Terrier on the Internet or build a pattern using measurements (draw them on checkered paper and connect them together, adding 3 cm to each for seams). You can find the simplest pattern at the end of the article.
2. Cut out the pattern and trace it onto the fabric.
3. Next you need to cut out the parts and sweep.
4. We try it on the dog to correct all the flaws and adjust the sizes.
5. By bending the edges inward by 2-3 cm, you need to finally sew the parts together, leaving room for elastic in the area of ​​the cuffs and collar.
6. We put the elastic bands in the right places and install the zipper.
7. If desired, we decorate the clothes (sew on sequins, pockets, buttons) - a fashionable jumpsuit with your own hands is ready!

Photo gallery

Photo 1. Toy terrier in a fur coat

Photo 2. Russian Toy Terrier in a leather jacket

Photo 3. Close-up of Toy in furs

What to knit clothes for your pet from

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When choosing yarn, you need to take into account the properties of the material, the particular conditions of washing and drying the finished product. The main synthetic fibers are:

• acrylic (PAN). If the yarn is of high quality, the items made from it are light, retain heat well, and practically do not shrink after washing;
• viscose. If the threads consist entirely of viscose, during wear such items do not hold their shape well and are stretched.

Note! Natural threads are hypoallergenic, but more difficult to care for. Products made from such yarn should be washed at low temperatures and dried without the use of heating devices.

The following types are distinguished:

• linen. Durable yarn. Things made from it are durable and of high quality, and are little susceptible to shrinkage after washing;
• cotton. Pleasant to the touch, quite durable, but not elastic. Cotton yarn is heavy;
• wool. The warmest yarn. But woolen items do not last long, they form pills and shrink heavily after washing.

Knitted shoes for small dogs

Knitted shoes are light and comfortable. It does not rub or hinder your pet's movements. At the same time, it does an excellent job of keeping the dog’s paws warm. With shoes on, your pet can stand on cold ground for a long time and remain healthy.

To ensure your boots last a long time, it is recommended:

• insert insoles made of thick fabric into the shoes;
• the sole is made of waterproof thick material;
• knit the rest of the shoes in a circle with yarn in the direction from the sole upwards;
• Strengthen your socks with a leather or nylon insert to prevent your dog from tearing your shoes with his claws.

Note! Strong threads are used to knit shoes. Any knitting style is suitable.

Miniature dog breeds need extra care, especially during cold season. The above detailed information will help you learn knitting for dogs without any problems. Tips on choosing styles and selecting yarn will guide you among the many options.

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Today, the choice of clothing for dogs is so diverse that it will be very difficult for a novice owner of a Russian Toy to navigate the assortment. Clothes for dogs are not cheap, so it is very important to learn how to choose beautiful and comfortable things for your pet. Lately, we've often seen dogs in funky lace dresses, denim jackets, bologna overalls, and even tiny boots. They look very funny, especially in the hands of extravagant ladies or in the purses of “cute” girls - dressed up dogs are part of their image.

But do dogs really need clothes?

Perhaps women who dress dogs simply continue to play with dolls, using their pets for this? Not at all! Dog handlers and veterinarians answer unequivocally: clothing is needed, especially for very small or hairless (short-haired) breeds of dogs. This includes not only decorative Yorkshires and Toys, but also quite serious dogs: Dobermans, bull terriers, Rottweilers, boxers and many others!

The basis of a Russian Toy's wardrobe should be the following things:

1. Warm clothes (only in the cold season), which will be comfortable for the dog. Without this clothing, it will not be able to exist in our climate. Clothing for dogs is sewn using special patterns and patterns, because it should be comfortable, not restrict movement when running and jumping, and also allow the dog to do its dirty deeds without getting the clothes dirty.

Shoes for dogs are also sewn by special craftsmen. Running through icy puddles and snow is not only cold, but also dangerous - in winter there is no springy soft grass under your paws! But shards of glass, sharp metal caps from bottles and cans are lying here and there. Shoes allow you to protect your pets' paws not only from freezing, but also from wounds and injuries.

Winter coveralls

Two-layer models with a waterproof top and soft lining are best It is also possible to simply wear an additional sweater under the overalls.

Important! Winter overalls must be both warm and waterproof, as quickly melting snow will fall on your pet.

Making these clothes for your pet with your own hands is quite simple even for a novice seamstress.

It will be much cheaper than buying it at a pet store, because the terrier will need very little fabric, and the owner’s old sweater may be enough for the product. In addition, this way you can make the item exactly the size of your dog and decorate it in a unique way.

How to knit a blanket and beret for a dog

A blanket is the simplest clothing option. It can be made without a pattern. Even a beginner can handle it. It can be knitted in satin stitch or with openwork patterns.

The easiest variety to execute is the triangular blanket. It is suitable for small dogs. Knitting starts from the tail. At this point a loop is made that is put on the dog's tail. Next, add loops evenly. The length of the blanket should slightly exceed the length of the animal's back. Fasteners (buttons, Velcro) or ribbons are sewn to the remaining corners to secure the cape on the stomach.

For your information! The blanket can be rectangular in shape. To prevent the edges of the cape from bending, several loops on both edges are made into scarf loops.

To make a beret, knit a chain of 4 chain stitches and close it in a circle. Then knit 12 rows with a single crochet, adding 8 loops in each row. Next, knit 4 rows with a decrease in the number of loops. Then all the loops are closed and the edge is tied in a “crawfish step”. You can sew a pompom to the center of the beret.

The blanket will be an excellent option for walking in cool weather.

If you plan to make a striped beret from yarn of several colors, it is recommended to knit 3 rows of each color.

How to make it yourself

To sew clothes with your own hands, you need to prepare some tools and decide on the sizes. To work you will need:

• chalk;
• needles;
• sewing machine;
• pins;
• measuring tape;
• threads;
• zippers, buttons, elastic bands, laces;
• decorative items.

Vest

A toy terrier can wear a vest in cool weather. It is made from fabric or woolen threads. The easiest way to make something is from an old knitted sweater.

To do this you need:

1. Cut off the sleeve where the lower part fits the toy terrier's tummy, and the upper part fits the back.
2. On the sleeve, mark the length that was obtained by measuring the distance from the withers to the base of the tail.
3. Cut off the excess.
4. Leave a few centimeters for overcasting.
5. Make holes for the paws.
6. Sew edges.
7. Decorate the product with rhinestones, ribbons and other decor.

Attention! The openings for the limbs should be moderately free.

Overalls

Making a jumpsuit is more labor-intensive and requires maximum care and some sewing skills. In any case, the top layer of the product must be made of waterproof fabric.

It is best to use a zipper as a fastener, and elastic and Velcro as additional fasteners.

To sew a jumpsuit, you also need to measure the following parameters of the dog:

• belly length;
• girth of the hind and front paws;
• paw length, measured from the shoulder to the bottom point of the product.

Important. For boys, the cutout on the stomach is made larger so that they can easily go to the toilet.

Step-by-step production:

1. Take measurements and transfer them to the pattern.
2. Place it on the fabric, folded in half with the right side inward.
3. Secure with pins.
4. Trace with pencil or chalk.
5. Cut out the pattern on the fabric, remembering to leave 2 cm for the overstitching.
6. Do the same with the lining.
7. Sweep away the parts at the joints.
8. Tuck the product in the places intended for inserting an elastic band.
9. Try it on and make adjustments.
10. Sew on a sewing machine.
11. Sew in a zipper, thread an elastic band, add Velcro or buttons to the product.

Knitted sweater

A sweater made of woolen thread will be a good protection for your toy terrier from the cold. Knit the product like this:

1. Cast on the required number of loops on the knitting needles (calculated based on the thickness of the thread and the measurements obtained) and tie the neckline with an elastic band (no more than 4.5 cm).
2. Knit two rows in stockinette stitch and start making additions, while knitting the intended pattern. Additions are made until the width of the canvas is equal to the girth of the dog’s chest plus 2 cm.
3. Knit 3 rows using stockinette stitch.
4. Make holes for the paws. To do this, knit 3 cm from the right edge, bind off 8 loops, and make symmetrically from the left edge.
5. Knit three fabrics separately.
6. After 4 cm, pick up air loops and then knit again with one fabric.
7. Toward the end of knitting, it is necessary to remove the loops to narrow the product.
8. For sleeves, cast on 8–12 stitches (depending on how wide you plan to make the sleeve).
9. Knit 4 cm with an elastic band.
10. Knit the sleeves to the required length using satin stitch.
11. Close the loops.
12. Sew the sleeves to the main fabric.

Cape

To make a raincoat, you need water-repellent fabric, or fleece for a warm cape. Take measurements and make a paper or other pattern. Then we begin to manufacture the product:

1. Transfer the pattern to the fabric folded in half.
2. Cut the fabric along the pattern lines with seam allowances.
3. Sew along the seam lines.
4. Decorate as desired.

Socks

Socks for a toy terrier can be knitted, but it’s easier to make them from old gloves:

1. Fingers are cut off from warm gloves.
2. Overcast the edges.
3. Ironing.
4. A circle or flower the size of the sole of a foot is cut out of paper.
5. Take household cotton gloves with rubber pimples.
6. Apply the sole pattern to them.
7. They cut it out.
8. The soles are sewn to the socks.
9. Treat the top of the sock at your discretion.

Winter coveralls

Winter overalls can be sewn using padding polyester or other heat-resistant material as a filler. The technology for sewing a winter overall with a fastener on the back is similar to that described above. The only difference is that the pattern is laid out on the facing fabric, on the lining, and also on the filling.

Dress for a small dog: knitting options

Yorkshire terriers and other small dogs look adorable in tiny dresses. The dress can be knitted in regular stockinette stitch and additionally decorated with crocheted flowers, bows or frills.

The dress itself can be of the following types:

• classic. With sleeves and skirt. You can add buttons or knit openwork patterns. Usually the dress is knitted according to a pre-made pattern;
• with ruffles. Ruffles will add volume and elegance. They can be knitted on the sleeves, skirt or collar;
• tunic dress. A shortened model without a pronounced transition to the skirt. It is recommended to knit from insulated yarn with the addition of mohair;
• sundress. Sleeveless strappy dress. Knit from cotton or acrylic yarn in an openwork pattern. Great for summer walks and going out.

Training a dog to wear clothes

Toy terriers do not immediately begin to obediently wear clothes that the owner carefully puts on them. Most often, puppies and adults resist unnecessary objects on their bodies. You will have to gradually accustom the toy terrier, calmly treating his whims.

The optimal age for introducing clothes is 3 months. The owner must constantly and persistently return things stolen by the pet. The dog must get used to the fact that this is not a whim of the owner, but a necessity.

Toy terriers are fragile creatures that require special care. Clothes for miniature dogs will protect your pet from hypothermia and colds.

Walking clothes

The Toy Terrier breed is very loved by beautiful women. The dog easily fits in a woman’s bag, and in addition, it can be dressed in the same style as its owner.

You can train your toy terrier to wear clothes from the age of four months.

Many stores offer a variety of outfits for your pet. Thanks to the size chart (back length, chest and neck circumference), items can be ordered online. Toy terriers are suitable for clothes in sizes XS and S. You should take into account the gender of the puppy, because stores offer clothing of different genders. If you have sewing or knitting skills and free time, using patterns, you can easily sew clothes yourself.

Walking clothing should not squeeze the dog's fragile body. At the same time, a cut that is too loose is also not suitable - the puppy will get confused in it. It is advisable to avoid having small decorations in clothes - your pet can bite them off and swallow them, which will lead to health problems. Fasteners should be arranged so that the dog can be easily undressed and dressed. The material must be of high quality and natural, not synthetic.

Typically released for dogs:

• knitted clothes - they will warm you up in the cold season;
• T-shirts and T-shirts are ideal summer clothes for home;
• raincoats - necessary in slush and dirt;
• Warm overalls with lining, fur coats - save your pet from Russian frosts.

Sometimes the owner tries to emphasize the gender of the puppy. In this case, clothes for terriers for girls (dresses) and boys are used. When creating a collection of clothes for girls, satin ribbons, chiffon, tulle, decorated with sequins and beads are used. For fun events, the dog is dressed up in carnival costumes.

We dress your pet

Of course, at first your dog may not be particularly enthusiastic about the need to dress . However, if you put on clothes right before going outside, the dog will quickly switch to the world around him and will not try to take anything off.

also remember that it is better to accustom your toy to clothes while still a puppy, from 3-4 months.

Overalls are the most common clothing for the Toy Terrier. Depending on the fabric, this can be either cute, light clothing for the summer that protects you from the sun’s rays—after all, the thin skin of toys burns just as easily as it gets frostbitten—or a warm, waterproof thing that will keep you safe from rain, snow, or another bad weather.

There are a wide variety of models - with a hood, with an additional warm lining, with special fasteners for boots so that the dog does not lose them. You can even sew fastenings and a ring for a leash into the overalls and use them instead of a harness.

Types of clothing

Manufacturers offer a wide range of things for toy terriers, which can be bought in Moscow and any other city in Russia. An impressive number of wardrobe elements perform not only direct protective functions, but also transform pets, making them look more impressive.

Dog clothing has several categories:

1. Hygienic things. These include panties that are worn by Toi girls during the period of physiological discharge. Panties will help prevent furniture and flooring from getting dirty. Hygienic absorbent belts are made for boys. They do not allow the male to mark territory at home.
2. Things for everyday use. The toy terrier wears these clothes every day when going for a walk. These include pants, overalls, sweaters, jackets, blankets.
3. Outfits. Entire collections of fashionable clothing are produced for miniature dogs. A pet in an outfit made of bright fabrics with enchanting decorations is the center of attention at any holiday. For toy terriers, you can choose various models of trousers, blouses, dresses, T-shirts, skirts, ties, hats and more.

Important! The main condition is that clothes for any dogs and for toy terriers, in particular, must be comfortable and of high quality.