Would this dog be proper as a way to model hand made coats and sweaters for dachshunds? If not, does anyone know of one that would be? Thank you.
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It does seem big and sturdy enough. I actually put a wee coat I found at Petco on the one I gave as a git and it fit perfectly!
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I would probably try the red ones (small). I would actually try to check these out at Petco or something first if you can- I think they list some suggested sizes by breed on the back of the box (but I could be completely making that up) and the staff could advise you too. With fluffier breeds, I think you have more flexibility- even if they are a little big on your dog, the hair will help keep them in place (you need a more accurate fit on smooth/short hair or they'll slip off if too big). If they end up being too big for now, sounds like your dog will probably grow into them by the end of the winter! Hope that helps! I would probably try the red ones (small). I would actually try to check these out at Petco or something first if you can- I think they list some suggested sizes by breed on the back of the box (but I could be completely making that up) and the staff could advise you too. With fluffier breeds, I think you have more flexibility- even if they are a little big on your dog, the hair will help keep them in place (you need a more accurate fit on smooth/short hair or they'll slip off if too big). If they end up being too big for now, sounds like your dog will probably grow into them by the end of... » Read More I would probably try the red ones (small). I would actually try to check these out at Petco or something first if you can- I think they list some suggested sizes by breed on the back of the box (but I could be completely making that up) and the staff could advise you too. With fluffier breeds, I think you have more flexibility- even if they are a little big on your dog, the hair will help keep them in place (you need a more accurate fit on smooth/short hair or they'll slip off if too big). If they end up being too big for now, sounds like your dog will probably grow into them by the end of the winter! Hope that helps! « Show Less
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Sorry to be so long answering. I think you would need the large size. I see it is on sale now, so might be a good time to try it. Some people seemed to find it quite helpful. And I am sure as most dog lovers, we are willing to try anything to help our best friends!
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This is the review I submitted for this harness under a different color. Hope it helps!:"I have ordered several of these harnesses in the light blue, pink and purple as my mini dachshund has grown and they are all beautiful. They have rich pigmentation and are well-made. They seem to run small, so make sure to measure your pup. My baby girl is 11 lbs now and fits the MD perfectly. She was 4 lbs in the XS (which was a tad loose when we first got her) and 7ish lbs in the SM, for reference. I **highly** recommend them if your concern is a harness that won't pull on the spine, especially for Dachshunds. She has grown up in them and refuses to use any other kind." This is the review I submitted for this harness under a different color. Hope it helps!:"I have ordered several of these harnesses in the light blue, pink and purple as my mini dachshund has grown and they are all beautiful. They have rich pigmentation and are well-made. They seem to run small, so make sure to measure your pup. My baby girl is 11 lbs now and fits the MD perfectly. She was 4 lbs in the XS (which was a tad loose when we first got her) and 7ish lbs in the SM, for reference. I **highly** recommend them if your concern is a harness that won't pull on the spine,... » Read More This is the review I submitted for this harness under a different color. Hope it helps!:"I have ordered several of these harnesses in the light blue, pink and purple as my mini dachshund has grown and they are all beautiful. They have rich pigmentation and are well-made. They seem to run small, so make sure to measure your pup. My baby girl is 11 lbs now and fits the MD perfectly. She was 4 lbs in the XS (which was a tad loose when we first got her) and 7ish lbs in the SM, for reference. I **highly** recommend them if your concern is a harness that won't pull on the spine, especially for Dachshunds. She has grown up in them and refuses to use any other kind." « Show Less
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I have Rottweiler mixed with German Shepard, his average coat length around back is almost an inch to inch and half. It just works fine for that long( and i got the one designed for long hair). I think they have for short hair dogs as well.
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I haven't had any problems with matting fur on my dogs. Really only one has long hair, German Shepherd, but no problem with matting. Another dog is a rescue and she didn't have hardly any hair when got her. She's been a part of our family for a year now, and she has a beautiful coat. Her hair is about an inch long now. But still no problem matting. Maybe your dogs have much finer, softer hair?? I love, love these collars. They are sturdy, perform beautifully, and look awesome. You might want to consider a rolled leather collar? Hope this helps. Oh, I would probably lean towards the medium size. Hope this helps you... and your furry babies! I haven't had any problems with matting fur on my dogs. Really only one has long hair, German Shepherd, but no problem with matting. Another dog is a rescue and she didn't have hardly any hair when got her. She's been a part of our family for a year now, and she has a beautiful coat. Her hair is about an inch long now. But still no problem matting. Maybe your dogs have much finer, softer hair?? I love, love these collars. They are sturdy, perform beautifully, and look awesome. You might want to consider a rolled leather collar? Hope this helps. Oh, I would probably lean towards the medium... » Read More I haven't had any problems with matting fur on my dogs. Really only one has long hair, German Shepherd, but no problem with matting. Another dog is a rescue and she didn't have hardly any hair when got her. She's been a part of our family for a year now, and she has a beautiful coat. Her hair is about an inch long now. But still no problem matting. Maybe your dogs have much finer, softer hair?? I love, love these collars. They are sturdy, perform beautifully, and look awesome. You might want to consider a rolled leather collar? Hope this helps. Oh, I would probably lean towards the medium size. Hope this helps you... and your furry babies! « Show Less
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Yes, we use it on Goldendoodles in full coats, it would work well for a Malamute as well.
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Not sure as I have a German Shepherd but one thing I can say is: don't put it on for hours unless there is a bad weather or other issue for which you purchased the shirt. I believe this may be the reason why it doesn't work on some dogs as they seem to use it as a jacket/coat! When I received it, I put it on to test for about 1/2 hour and then only when it was a bad weather (as this was my issue). And make a point to tell the pet when he starts shaking that you are going to put on the thundershirt (call it the dog's name i.e. the Brandy shirt for my dog Brandy). Hope this helps, and don't forget you can return it if it doesn't work. Keep the box and paperwork for the time of the return policy.
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We are currently working on getting the correct picture up. The "thumbnail" picture of the preview of the product is correct but the dog is not. Hope to see this fixed soon. Thanks for letting us know!
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Well if you feel it was used I would send it back, ours was fine and we like it for our mini schnauzer. It helps her to run off some energy in the house, during the winter especially. Have not used it yet outside. We like to play fetch with her ball in it, and she likes to run through it. Not a waste of money for us. In fact she likes it when I bring it out and it is so compact and easy to take anywhere if you want to. Fits easily into the case.
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It's fine for my eleven pound dachshund but I'm having trouble getting it to work on my eight pound Pom. I have a collar that I've put on a collar that is smaller than it one it came on and I'm trying to get the connectors to work right. The collar that comes with it is way too big. So...I haven't figured out the right combination yet to see if I can get it to work. If I do, I'll post it to this same inquiry.
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For anyone with dachshunds, keep in mind their chests are quite large in proportion to the rest of their body. We ordered a small for our 10 lb mini dachshund and it fit well. It was just a tad loose around his slim waist but fit great everywhere else. It didn't cause a problem in the water. The life jacket also fit length wise.
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I agree where is the sizing to work out size for your breed of dog. I have a staffy, Can anyone help? I am looking at Suede shearling coat. Thanks
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I showed dogs for years. Shelties and some can have thick coats. This is not a large, commercial dryer but if you line brush against the Lay of the coat, it should work well. Of course, with that dense a coat, it will take a while. My son and daughter, who tried to take mine, now got their own they use on their large breed dogs that have shorter,more thick coats. Love this when they are blowing coat. Wash them, take them outside to blow dry and watch the fur fly. �. Mine has lasted for years.
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I have a 75 lb dog that looks a bit like a german shepherd. We live in an urban setting with everything from sidewalks to gravel. We use the booty to cover his bandaged paw and depending on how long he is out and how much he plays and chases the boots last between 1 and 3 outings before there are minor holes. I was looking at a Great Dane in the dog park today and comparing their feet size... I have a hard time picturing one of these fitting on a Great Dane but others have said they do.
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I bought 2 for my 6lb. & 7lb. Yorkies. The vests fit quite snug on them, but they have bellies. A Dachund is quite lean & long, aren't they? So, quite possibly a small could work. Sorry to ramble, but with all this info you can better decide if you want to try a small.