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Dog Hoodie Mod

Dog Hoodie Mod

With a few basic sewing skills you can turn an old hoodie into a great dog coat. Perfect for those cold morning walks and so much more fun than what you can buy in a pet store. Just because my dog has short hair and we live in a northern climate doesn't mean I want to dress him up like a poodle!!

There is no definate pattern to adapt a hoodie to fit your dog, you will have to fit it as you go. Just remember to keep the dog's best interests at heart. For example...

- never use straight pins while fitting the hoodie on my dog, use safety pins instead
- always check the hoodie for the dog's comfort- not too tight, full range of motion, etc
- be patient with your dog- while it is possible to knock this project out in a couple of hours your dog will quickly become bored with all the trying on and "fittings" so its best to break it up into several smaller sessions
 

 
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Step 1You will need....

You will need....
old hoodie
scissors
sewing machine
thread
safety pins, straight pins
measuring tape, opt.
chalk, opt.

one VERY patient dog
treats
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8 comments
Jan 25, 2012. 2:24 PMgomita says:
You have the cutest dog model ever! Loved it! I'm definitely making one!
Jan 21, 2012. 6:21 AMCoati says:
He looks just like my Josie.Great idea by the way,pet store stuff is so over priced but my other pitbull will not go out in cold/wet weather without her coat.I have noticed that breed hates cold although she does ok in water during summer.The one on the right is Josey,no outfits just wanted to show the resemblance.Thanks for the great instructable.
Dec 8, 2011. 11:47 AMkasengut says:
He is definitely not a "bad dog" :x If he patiently submits himself to all this trying, cutting, pinning and whatnot.... he is the sweetest dog possible!!!
Sep 6, 2011. 4:10 PMChrysN says:
Cute hoodie!
Sep 6, 2011. 4:08 PMfasoli_brandy says:
What an awesome use for that old hoodie!! Come one everyone has at least one hoodie in their closet that they would not wear again-why not keep ure best friend warm with it!! I LOVE this idea!! I'm doing this!!
Sep 6, 2011. 11:51 AMputty1cat says:
ahh he is a cutie! I will have to try this for my girl. She is a staffie cross and gets very cold without a jumper in the winter. Thanks for the 'ible
Sep 6, 2011. 11:18 AMscoochmaroo says:
Fantastic!

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