Is it cruel to put clothes on a dog?

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Is it cruel to put cloths on a dog?

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Answered by stephanief987 on Jun 17, 2008, 01:38AM
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Its not cruel, no - some people overdo it though.

Answered by jazlovestoskate on Jun 17, 2008, 01:41AM
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not nececcarily
but with most celebrities and overdressing there little dogs then yes
theres no reason why you cant treat a dog, or buy ir somewarm to wear
but dogs are not accessories
its not something you should buy clothes and new jewelrey for, or carry around as an accessory
its a dog
its a resposibility, and its an animal
it needs to live life as an animal
its needs to be free, run around, interact with other dogs, just be a normal dog
not some stupid fashion statment
but generally no, its fine to buy it a warm jumper if you need to, and if it has short or no hair and needs it
otherwise its just not neccessary

Answered by funadvice on Jun 17, 2008, 01:42AM
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thax for the answer

Answered by ty on Jun 17, 2008, 01:44AM
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Lol, it isnt, it can be annoying for the dog sometimes if it gets excessive, but it's not cruel...

Answered by therightlad on Jun 17, 2008, 01:46AM
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I think it is cruel. And I think dressing a dog is sad. I mean... a dog sweater??? that really annoys me.
I think if you want, get the dog a sweater.. if the dog wants to wear it, let it put it on itself lol.

to each their own though... I suppose

Answered by lil_princess_4_lyf on Jun 17, 2008, 03:02AM
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My Dog Charlotte shes a Cavlier King Charles Spaniel. She has her own Wardrobe in My room full of shirts jumpers tracksuits, trainers and shoes she even has her own jewllery box for her neclaces, bows, broaches and braclets she has everything a dog could ask for. She has a pink fluffy sports car bed.

Answered by smexiicookie on Jun 17, 2008, 03:30AM
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Awww as long as it doesn't bother the dog and trust me, some dogs don't mind.
My rot/lab, Max, he is a huge lover, I always put my big sunglasses and a hat on him~
<3

Answered by sarai1989 on Jun 17, 2008, 06:16AM
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I don't think it's cruel at all. It gets very cold where I live and sometimes when I take my puppy for a walk, he comes home shivering. I put a sweater on him and snow shoes. Dogs do get sick. I don't believe in my puppy being a fashion statement but I do believe in taking care of him.

Answered by phrannie on Jun 17, 2008, 06:38AM
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Some dogs need clothing just to stay warm in the winter...a sweater on a Chi, Dobe...and breed with short hair and no undercoat in Montana is almost a must...but I'd stay away from boots, hat, etc...I don't think it's "cruel" per se...but it's irritating to the dog.

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Answered by jazlovestoskate on Jun 17, 2008, 06:46AM
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...and personally I think all the things lil_princess_4_lyf has for her dog are extreemly uneccessary...especially shoes, dogs dont need shoes
thats not what a dog really needs

Answered by toadaly on Jun 17, 2008, 07:11AM
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It'd be worse to make yo mama run around naked...

(sorry, couldn't resist the opportunity for a yo' mama joke)

Some dogs actually like it - small short hair dogs in cooler climates for example.

Answered by loulou11 on Jun 17, 2008, 10:49AM
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I have a sweater for my dog(Maltese) and we bought her a costume for halloween last year but she never wore it haha.

Answered by lil_princess_4_lyf on Jun 18, 2008, 04:55AM
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I dont think its unecassary as long as she likes it if she dont like it I take it of her so what if shes spolit better looking after her than a kid lol most people thinks it cute but in the summer she dont wear as much but sometimes she does typical british weather that is

Answered by dogwhisperer on Jun 19, 2008, 12:48PM
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some dogs DO need boots in the snow. It keeps snow from becoming packed in their paws. if its not intended for keeping your dog comfortable, or is uncomfortable, than yes, I would say it is cruel.

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