Dog Dresses

How do you choose a dog dress that fits?

A good dog dress starts with three measurements: neck, chest girth at the widest point behind the front legs, and back length from collar to the base of the tail. Match the chest number to the size chart first, because a dress that pinches there gets uncomfortable fast. If your dog sits between sizes, go up, and check that the skirt does not drag past the back legs.

Styles from everyday to dressed up

• Ruffle and bow dresses for photos and parties
• Tulle and lace tutu styles for birthdays
• Tweed, plaid and gingham for a classic look
• Denim and button down shapes for casual days
• Pearl trim and floral prints for weddings and holidays

Sizing for tiny and larger dogs

Our dog clothes dress range runs from xxs for toy breeds up to larger cuts, so check each listing for its own chart. Deep chested dogs usually need more room in the chest than the label suggests, and long bodied dogs need extra back length. Cats can wear the smallest sizes, but only if they tolerate clothing.

Let your dog sniff the dress, then slip it on for a few minutes with a treat and take it off before they get fussy. Supervise anything with bows, pearls or loose trim, and remove the dress if your dog chews at it. Most fabric dresses clean best by hand washing in cool water and air drying, but follow the care label on each one.