Dress to the pets: Fashion or whim?|Panama America

For years the fashion was imposed that pets, especially dogs, could use “clothes” to go out for a walk. In many cases, some owners even opt for models similar to the ones they use themselves. And it is that in addition to being fashionable, some say that they do it only to protect their pets from the cold. But is this recommended for animals?

The German Society for the Protection of Animals warned that this practice could harm animals. In addition, he showed his discontent with the use of accessories that were originally created for people.

Lea Schmitz, a spokeswoman for the institution, emphasizes that their owners generally only want them to look “cute” in the eyes of the rest but do not take into account the needs of the animals.

This warning came as part of a celebration called “Dress Up Your Pet Day” launched in 2009 by Colleen Paige, who calls herself a pet lifestyle expert on her website. the family. Every January 14, the day this celebration takes place, new followers join it and year after year it has become popular, especially in the United States.

Is it necessary?“Animals are well protected from the cold by their fur. Therefore, they should only be covered in exceptional cases, such as when a dog is very old or sick, or if it is a breed with a finer or shorter coat, "added Schmitz.

Schmitz does not dismiss its use on all occasions. He clarified that, in the case of very low temperatures, it may be convenient to buy a coat as long as it is in a specialized store and they should only use shoes if indicated by a veterinarian.

In the case of cats, they do not need shelter, it is better to allow them to enter the interior of the house when it is very cold.

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— Sam Forlenza, PhD Tue Jul 03 20:37:55 +0000 2012