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In this article we will focus on how to protect our pets from the cold by wearing them cat clothes during the winter months.

The choice of clothing for your four-legged friend will depend on the type of life the animal will lead, since if he lives in a house he never leaves and the air conditioning is optimal, it is not necessary to take precautions.

However, if your cat is used to going out in search of adventure, perhaps you should read the following tips that we show you below these lines.

Cat clothes: good or bad idea?

The debate on whether or not cat clothing is needed is accentuated in winter, when our cats need to protect themselves from the low temperatures typical of the cold season.

Almost no cat likes you to put anything on them, whether it’s collars, leashes or clothes. However, this cannot be generalized because it all depends on the feline.

An adorable cat sweater. © Alena Ozerova / Shutterstock

Although the most normal thing is that he doesn’t like wearing cat clothes, and if he’s never worn a sweater or a raincoat, you’ll have to be patient if you want to try and dress Puss.

Wearing clothes is not recommended for all cats

Regarding the topic of wearing cat clothes to counteract the cold, it must be taken into account that cats do not like having anything on their bodies. It is very likely that this could represent a source of stress for the animal.

As a result, this can also affect the immune system and make it weaker. However, if the animal feels at ease wearing a sweater, no problem.

How to put a sweater on the cat?

There are very warm and comfortable sweaters that do their job perfectly and are ideal for maintaining your pet’s body temperature.

To put a sweater or other type of cat clothes on your little tailed friend, follow these tips:

  • Take advantage of a moment when it is relaxed and bring him the garment so that get familiar with it, that you smell it and begin to know it.
  • It is strongly recommended that you put the garment on from time to time in his doghouse so that he can sleep with it, thus familiarizing himself with the smell and with the material.
  • Try to make him wear the sweater and see how it reacts.
  • If you’re lucky, it might not take long for Kitty to accept the garment that will help protect him from the cold winter temperatures!

DIY cat clothes

Check out how to make a cat sweater with your own hands!

Necessary

  • Old sweater or piece of cloth;
  • Needle and thread;
  • Scissors.

How to make a cat sweater?

In this video you can see the making of a DIY cat sweater. The procedure is very simple and Micio will be satisfied and warm!

When to put a raincoat on a cat?

It should be known that cat hair is covered with a layer of fat which gives it a great waterproofing power, but this is not enough to withstand large amounts of rain and cold.

Therefore, if you live in an area with a high rainfall rate, it is best to get a raincoat to protect your cat. This is in case your feline leaves the house to explore new horizons and feels comfortable wearing clothes.

There are many types and with different finishes, suitable for all budgets. It is a very useful garment, as it allows you to repel the greater amount of water that falls on it.

Tricks for a cat not to be cold in the house

Here are some tricks to prevent our cats from catching cold at home.

1. Analyze the cold areas of the house

If your cat doesn’t like to leave the house, you just need to take precautions against the cold. However, we recommend analyzing which are the coldest areas of the house to see if the animal spends a lot of time there or not.

  • If you have a closet or patio where it’s quite cold, it’s best to keep the animal away from that area, especially if there is its kennel and its food, where it will spend most of its time.
  • If litter is present in such an area, try changing it to a warmer area during these months.

2. Radiators, your great allies

As you may have already noticed, cats love the heat and that’s why they always stay near radiators or fireplaces.

Warmer than that! © mama_mia / Shutterstock

Therefore, during these months you will win your kitten’s affection if you move his kennel to position it next to a radiator or stove. You will see how your cat won’t move from there!

3. The sun is the cheapest heat source

During sunny winter mornings, even if they are cold, they can be very pleasant inside your home. It is recommended that you keep the blinds up most of the time.

You will see how your cat will not take long to lie down in the sun to raise its body temperature to the maximum. It’s a very effective and sustainable way to provide your pet with all the warmth it needs!

4. Radiator hammock, a “desperate” solution for cold areas!

If you have read all of the above and still think that it is not enough to protect your pet from the cold, it is better that you opt for a radiator hammock.

You simply clip it to the top of the radiator and it won’t take your cat long to climb to the top!

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