My puppy hates clothes! How can I get him to wear them comfortably?

Not every dog will tolerate wearing clothing, so if your dog is scared of a dress I would not put a dress on your dog. It isn’t a natural behavior for them to wear clothing so some will not tolerate it. If you are determined you can try getting them used to the clothing by just using it as an item they can lay with/by and giving them treats whenever they approach/touch the dress. You can also try starting smaller with bandanas or a t shirt and giving lots of rewards if your dog tolerates this.

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center! This is actually quite common. The trick is to make them associate this with something positive. What I have found to be very helpful is to start by just using the sweater for an hour or two at a time initially and to give her treats during that time to make her experience with it enjoyable. You can continue to increase the amount of time she has it on until you are able to keep it on for however long you need. This is very likely to help with this issue. Good luck and have a good night!

As long as you are comfortable, Ruby should be comfortable. If you see her shivering, you can try a tiny sweater, but by your description, it sounds as if this would be more stressful for her. Make sure she has a comfy, padded bed she can go to if she gets chilly.

Normally Havanese have enough hair not to be cold and would not need a sweater. A sweater may be itchy and restricting. If you really think Kiba needs to wear a sweater, make sure it is not too tight, and put it on often, so he gets used to it, but do not leave it on for long. It is also important that he is also well brushed and has no mats. Combine the wearing of the sweater with something he likes to do, ie going for a walk or starting to play with a ball. Make putting a sweater on a ritual before the fun activity so he makes a connection.

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Some dogs really do not like the cold weather. I think it is still fair to try to walk him outside if using a sweater or coat to keep him warm. I would avoid walking him outside when it is raining as dogs can have a hard time regulating their temperature specially when very young. You can get a sweater for him online or at your local pet store. You can use treats to encourage him to walk outside. Good luck and have a good night!

Sounds like the collar may still be pretty scary for your pup! Some puppies may also just be very excited and become wiggly or nip/chew on you in excitement. Here are a few things you can do: Leave the collar/harness on the floor and let your puppy approach it first on his own. Toss a treat and give lots of praise any time he shows interest in it or sniffs it. Practice handling your puppy around the neck and shoulders by petting, playing with, cuddling, etc and giving a favorite treat and praise every time you do this so he begins to associate it with a positive experience. Practice snapping a collar/harness closed next to your pup but not on him, offering a treat and praise every time he is curious about it. Practice sitting while placing the collar or harness on, and giving a treat every time you do. If puppy becomes too wiggly or excited, take a break and try again in a few minutes. Offer extra treas and lots of praise when he successfully puts on and wear the collar, even if it's only for a few minutes.

Hello. The best thing to do is start slow & put the harness on for a few minutes 2-3 times a day. Reward her with many treats & lots of petting to calm her. Then attach a leash & just let her drag it around for a few days. Once she seems comfortable, ask her to follow or approach you while gently pulling on the leash. I always have a tasty treat in my hand to encourage her. With just a little time & patience, all dogs will get used to being on a leash & harness. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.