Learn How To Make A Waterproof Coat For Your Dog

Autumn and rain are sometimes synonymous, especially in some regions. But what is certain is that this atmospheric phenomenon can surprise us at any time of the year. And, sometimes, it happens just when we have to take our furry for a walk. Therefore, today we will teach you how to make a waterproof coat for your dog.

Old-fashioned but protected from rain and cold

First let’s clarify that we at “My Animals” do not encourage you to humanize your furry by dressing it in fashion. But if it’s important to protect it from the cold as well as rain, then do so. That’s why we recommend that, among your pet’s accessories, you have a raincoat.

At pet stores we can get different models and designs. But if you don’t want to, or aren’t able to afford it, you can easily make one. You can use elements that you have in your home and spend little time.

Remember that your dog matters little or nothing if his waterproof coat is too little or too cute. Or whether it was you or some up-and-coming stylist who did it, these fashion issues, for pets, are irrelevant.

Then, with the money you save, you can buy something that benefits your four-legged friend and is not so easy to do. For example, a very good quality dog ​​food or shampoo for dogs that matches your skin and fur type, for your next bath.

A quick solution so your furry doesn’t get wet

Suppose you are about to go out with your furry one for a walk and it starts to rain or there is a threat that at any moment a storm will break. As your dog’s desire to take care of your needs doesn’t disappear with bad weather and you completely forgot the raincoat for your pet, we will give you a quick way to solve the problem. Take note:

• Take a garbage bag, as strong as you have it. Get one of a suitable size for your furry (or a reduced size if it’s too small).
• Open the bottom of the bag with scissors.
• Calculate the places where the four legs would be located and drill holes, as carefully calculated as possible, in these areas of the plastic. Don’t forget to reserve a space for what would be the hood.
• Also open a hole for the tail.
• In order for your dog’s waterproof coat to be firmer, you can use a fabric belt to support it.

That’s all, your bark friend and you are ready to go out for a walk in the rain.

A more elaborate option to make a waterproof coat for your dog

Now, if you have more time and want to create a raincoat for your furry a little more elaborate, consider these ideas :

• Pick up some waterproof blouse that you or a family member no longer wears.
• Take the following measurements of your dog: the contour of the neck and head, the width of its body and the length from neck to tail.

• Cut a rectangle that matches the length and width you measured and some strips to put around your neck and behind your front legs.
• Join the straps with buttons or Velcro to the rectangle.

In addition, you can cut a half-moon-shaped piece of fabric to make a hood and attach it to your dog’s waterproof coat, also using buttons or Velcro.

Add a cloth coat to your raincoat for cold weather days

Keep in mind that if it’s not only raining but it’s also cold, it’s important that your pet is protected when you leave the house. So, for times of low temperatures, it is ideal to have an accessory that fulfills the dual function of protecting your furry from the rain and keeping it warm.

Take an old shirt, cut it to size, and tuck it under your dog’s waterproof coat. Now you have one more problem solved.

Well, after that all you have to do is go out with your four-legged friend without the fear that he will get wet and go cold. We hope you enjoy the tour.