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Have you ever gone off to a show in
miserable damp or wet weather and by the time you get into the ring your
dogs bracelets look like washed out rats tails? I think we all have at some
stage.
I had some boots given to me - two sets
actually, and with minor adjustments I was finally happy with the way they
fitted. I decided then to fiddle around and make my own.
A description of these boots follows so
you can play around with the idea and make something similar to suit your
own dogs. I would suggest that you only use them in damp weather
conditions, and not leave them on your Löwchen for any great length of
time.
The fabric I have used was what we call a
"parachute" fabric. It is water-proof to a certain extent. I
lined them with a soft stretch cotton material. I also made another pair
from lightweight denim that are not waterproof and will use them in dusty
conditions.
Don't make the boots too small or too tight.
They can cut off the circulation in the foot. The dog will also feel
uncomfortable.
I sewed Velcro directly into the top of the
boot.
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