When it comes to the art of giving, a gift of clothes is tricky job. If you must give clothes this season, there’s one giftee on your list thats sure to look great in any outfit you buy him. He’ll wear your gift with pride and appreciation; head held high and tail wagging. That’s right, your dog or your best friend’s dog. It’s so easy you’ll wonder why you didn’t think of it before.

Clothes shopping for dogs are a lot like clothes shopping for babies. Unless you’re going for practicality, cuteness is what counts. And that’s easy to accomplish, given that any dog wearing clothes looks pretty darned cute. Choices in dog clothes range from winter sweaters to football jerseys and summer tees. You can get a set of sweet sleep pajamas for bedtime or a terry robe for after bath. There’s even an entire line of Happy tails Cowboy or Cowgirl costume for dogs, complete with leather cap and collar. Dog costumes made for parties and holidays are just too cute for words.

There are different dog accessories available that will go with these dog clothes, these include a designer dog collar and maybe a cool pair of sunglasses, they make them now for dogs. Also on the list are Dog necklaces and Dog hats. Making the baby look silly might be a no-no, but its pretty fun when it comes to dressing up a dog. There are some really creative doggie costumes out there that are good for a chuckle or two. There are really only a couple of rules you’ll need to keep in mind when shopping for dog clothes.

One is that if the dog in question is an avid chewer, you should avoid buying him anything tempting. Shiny buttons, fringe, and feathers are examples that come to mind. An object that can easily be chewed off and swallowed is a choking hazard and can get stuck in the dog’s digestive tract. The other rule is that any dog, no matter how tolerant, will be more comfortable wearing clothes that fit. Proper fit typically requires measuring from the dog’s collar to the base of her tail for length. Most garments girth can be adjusted with Velcro tabs, but could still be an issue with a barrel-chested breed such as a bulldog. Measurements are typically in inches.

If you’re shopping for your own dog, you’re all set. But if you’re buying clothes for someone else’s dog, then I’ve got a few more tips to share with you. Surveys conducted on the subject of gift preferences of men and women have shown that men prefer gifts that are more playful or practical. So, if the dog’s owner is male this might translate into a doggie Happy Tails Cowboy & Cowgirl Costume, a funny costume, or a dog sweater. Women, on the other hand, prefer gifts that are beautiful, memorable, and personal. It shouldn’t be hard to find an item of clothing for a woman’s dog that’s either beautiful or memorable or both, and it will of course be personal! All these dog clothes and accessories are available online at right price right now.