The most fashionable clothes for a dachshund with your own hands

Modern clothing for dogs can boast of a wide variety of choices. In addition, dog fashion is constantly moving forward, developing, “overgrown” with new ideas that are embodied in original and stylish models. Nowadays it is not a problem to buy any item you like in a pet store or online store.

It is also possible to order tailoring from a professional seamstress. If the owner himself has the necessary skills, then he will be able to knit or make patterns and sew clothes for a dachshund with his own hands.

In autumn and winter, the dachshund's miniature body, devoid of thick fur, needs protection from the cold. Moreover, you need to walk your dog in any weather, regardless of rain, snow or frost. To prevent your pet from getting wet in the rain, you will need practical clothes made of waterproof fabric.

Raincoat

The material should sit loosely on the dog so as not to restrict its movements. In winter, it is better to use overalls as clothing - they are not only warm, but also one of the most comfortable accessories for dogs.

In summer, in rainy weather, it is recommended to dress the dachshund in a raincoat - the dog will not get cold, and besides, it will not need water treatments at all (it is enough to simply wipe the dirt from its paws).

A self-made product will cost significantly less than one purchased in a store or made to order - provided that the owner has the necessary skills (at least at the initial level).

Sewing and knitting allows you to create original, beautiful and, most importantly, comfortable and practical things. They can be divided into several types:

The most common and versatile type of clothing for a dachshund (as well as for other small breed dogs) is a jumpsuit. Clothing for boys has a special cutout on the stomach (so that the dog can relieve itself without problems), while for girls a different pattern is used, since the suit must be completely closed (to protect the stomach from hypothermia).

Boy's overalls

Another, no less common type of clothing for dachshunds is a raincoat. Essentially, this is any product made from waterproof fabric. Just like overalls, a raincoat can be insulated using padding polyester and other similar materials. To further protect your pet from rain and cold, boots and a hood (also made of waterproof material) are added to the costume.

The sweater and pants are made using knitting. The easiest option for knitting is to create a long sweater for a dachshund. Such clothes are made according to a standard pattern. Decorations in the form of multi-colored threads and the use of different knitting methods will help improve the appearance and dilute the simplicity of the product.

A higher level of skill will allow you to knit overalls, as well as warm pants that can be attached to the top of your clothes.

Insulated blankets for dachshunds are now very popular.

Before you get to work, you should consider a number of characteristics that dog clothing must meet:

1. Convenience and comfort (so that the suit does not restrict movement and at the same time does not fall off the pet). The product should be several centimeters larger in size.
2. Use of natural fabrics;
3. Strength of the material.
4. Protection of the abdomen and chest - these areas of the body are close to the ground.
5. The presence of a hood with drawstrings.

DIY clothes

On a note. If you urgently need to go for a walk with your pet, but don’t have clothes for your dachshund at hand, you can separate part of the knitted sleeve from a large sweater (if you don’t need it) and carefully pull it over the dog’s body (checking that the fabric fits loosely enough).

Fabric selection

The type of material for sewing dog clothes depends on the specific product:

• Bologna is suitable for a raincoat;
• For lining it is better to use plush, padding polyester, or fleece;
• polyester is a good option for overalls;
• 100% cotton is suitable for all other types of clothing.

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On a note. In order not to make a mistake with the amount of fabric, first you need to make a pattern of the model on paper. Another point: sewing clothes from a plain material is easier, since the fabric with a pattern needs to be adjusted to the pattern. For the same reason, you will need more multi-colored material (about 50 cm) than regular (one-color) material.

Popular fabrics for sewing dog clothes

The most important advantage of sewing clothes for dogs in an atelier is the ability to choose your own fabric, color, accessories, etc. But in order not to make mistakes, you need to know which materials are suitable for this, and which ones it is better not to look towards.

Fleece

This is synthetic wool, the characteristics are as close as possible to natural sheep wool. The material is characterized by increased wear resistance, elasticity, and excellent air permeability. Even if the dog wears such things every day, they will not lose their shape. The main advantage is that movements are not constrained.

The fibers of the material will not absorb moisture, but will begin to remove it outside. Even if you and your animal get caught in the rain, it will remain dry. The material has many colors, you can choose any color, and the master will create a unique item.

Microfiber

Who said your dog doesn't need to wear a robe after a bath? It is necessary, this will allow her to warm up, and you must agree, such an outfit is stylish. If you decide to sew a robe for your dachshund, be sure to purchase microfiber. The material is dense and soft, dries quickly and absorbs moisture almost instantly. The only drawback is that it is electrified.

Neoprene

The material is suitable for sewing shoes and hunting vests. It is characterized by strength, elasticity, and high thermal insulation properties.

Sliding fabric

Such a smooth and slippery material makes excellent overalls. Due to its smoothness, the fabric does not tangle. You can also come up with your own image for your pet, purchase the material, and our tailors will make everything come true.

Antibacterial fabrics

A caring owner will certainly do everything to keep his dachshund healthy and happy, and antibacterial fabric can help with this. Sportswear is made from it. The canvas is impregnated with a special solution, thanks to which the growth and development of pathogenic microorganisms almost stops.

Filler

A pet's insulated item usually consists of several layers: outer, filling and lining. Synthetic padding is often used as a filler - it is light, elastic, quite elastic and quickly restores its shape. An alternative is synthetic down, by the way, it is even warmer than real down.

Insulated items

To sew jackets, coats or fur coats for dachshunds, our tailors use the highest quality fabrics. The main task of winter clothes is to retain heat and protect from wind and moisture. The material should be light, elastic and easy to care for, but the main thing is that nothing cracks in the cold. More often, preference is given to Bolognese fabric and raincoat fabric. If this coat or fur coat is faux or natural fur, everything is at the discretion of the owner and his financial capabilities.

Hats

Yes, even dachshunds can wear beanies and caps. Many hats are not purchased in vain; they will warm and decorate your pet. They are sewn from cotton or denim, everything will depend on the purpose. For cooler weather, water-repellent fabric with insulation.

Sewing

A universal clothing pattern for a dachshund is carried out as follows:

1. First you need to prepare a sheet of soft paper. Its length should be equal to the length of the back from the collar to the base of the tail (DS).
2. 10 centimeters are added to the obtained measurements.
3. The width of the paper should match the chest circumference (CG). In this case, 10 centimeters are also added.
4. A sheet of paper is folded in half and a rectangle is obtained with sides (DS+10) and (OG+10), divided by 2.
5. Next, mark the line of the front paws on the sheet. To do this, you need to add 5 centimeters to the length from the neck to the front paws (DOL).
6. From the fold line of the paper you need to retreat a distance equal to the value (DOL+5) divided by 2. Then in this area you should cut out holes for the paws.
7. The pattern is tried on the dog and the edges of the paper are connected with pins.

Patterns of the most popular models

The most popular clothing models for dachshunds:

Velcro or button blanket

The most versatile dog clothing model. It is a fabric cape secured with Velcro or buttons.

Stages of sewing blankets:

1. Place the pattern on the wrong side of the fabric and outline it with chalk.
2. Make cuts along the perimeter of the fabric (plus 1 centimeter).
3. Sew a rectangle (11 by 17 centimeters) along the chest line.
4. Make grooves on the back of the blanket and edge the fabric along the edge.
5. Sew Velcro or buttons on the chest.

Jumpsuits for all occasions

Overalls are the most popular type of clothing for dachshunds . They are made from different fabrics, depending on the weather outside and the dog's fur. The pattern for the overalls is made in the same way as the pattern for the blanket. Only instead of holes for paws, trouser legs are made. The width of the pants is equal to the circumference of the paw. For convenience, you can make them at the bottom with an elastic band.

Raincoat in bad weather

A cape that protects from rain will not be out of place in a dachshund's wardrobe. A raincoat will help extend your walk with your pet even in the most unpleasant weather. This suit is made from waterproof and breathable fabric. The raincoat has a lining that retains heat.

Knitting

The most common type of knitted clothing for dachshunds is a sweater.

Knitted sweater

To create an item you will need:

1. Prepare knitting needles, yarn, zipper.
2. Start knitting from the neckline. It can be of two types: with or without a lapel. With each new level the number of loops increases. This is necessary so that the dog’s chest is completely covered with fabric.
3. Having tied the product to the front paws, they move to the back. The number of loops decreases as you approach the tail.
4. Next, knit the holes for the paws, and then the bottom of the sweater. The bottom of the product is made with a simple elastic band (the same as the neck).
5. The next stage is the sleeves. To do this, you need to knit 2 rectangles and connect them along the edges, creating cylinders. They are then sewn to the holes of the sweater.
6. A fastener is attached to the free edges of the product.

Creating clothes for Dachshund dogs is not an easy task and requires certain skills. However, the time and effort spent more than pays off with an excellent result - because now the pet has its own unique clothes, thanks to which the dachshund will feel comfortable in any bad weather, and will also stand out from other dogs.

In the article I will teach you how to make clothes for dachshunds with your own hands, explain how to measure the animal, what materials to choose to sew or knit overalls. I will consider the most suitable clothing models for a dachshund and explain how to adapt a universal pattern to the individual parameters of your pet. I will provide a table of sizes and step-by-step instructions on how to make a vest or winter overalls for a boy’s and a girl’s dog.

Features of clothing

How to sew clothes for a dachshund

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First of all, you need to decide what you want, you can come up with a model yourself, draw it and show it to our craftsmen, they, in turn, will do the tailoring. The finished product must meet certain requirements:

1. Material. And so, you came to the store to buy fabric and even decided on what you needed. Now try squeezing the material and rubbing it. After such manipulations, look at your hands; there should be no paint left on them, and there should be no large creases on the fabric itself. If everything is normal, you can safely buy the fabric and give it to the master.
2. Seams and threads. An experienced specialist knows that there should not be a lot of seams, the threads should not be licked or bristled in any way, otherwise they will simply get tangled with the pet’s fur.
3. Accessories. Of course, overalls with accessories look beautiful and attract the attention of others. But first of all, you need to think about whether the dachshund will be comfortable. Therefore, it is better to refuse the abundance of sequins, beads, beads. Additional decor may be beautiful, but there is definitely no benefit from it.
4. Clasps. Not every pet is suitable for zippers or clasps. But in the case of a dachshund, they are not “contraindicated.” The animal's fur is not long, which means it will not get tangled.

Remember, the main thing is convenience and quality, and only then everything else.

Option for overalls for males

To find out the width of the insert part between the two halves of the overalls on the dog’s stomach, you need to subtract the difference in these areas between the real parameters of the pet and the flat pattern.

1. Assembling the overalls

To assemble the overalls, use the instructions below.
Grind the insert in several steps:

• The zipper is sewn in, starting the sewing process from the neckline. Sew up to the dog’s armpit and secure with a knot.
• Start sewing the area under the belly, sew a stitch on the machine up to the groin, and secure the thread.
• Start sewing the insert to the back leg to its center (for bitches).
• Cut a fly on the insert if we are sewing overalls for male dogs.
• Next, the insert is sewn from the throat to the hole for the tail (D-G-B-F).
• The dart must be placed on the stomach so that the overalls fit the dog’s body better.
• The fly is turned (using bias tape).

1. The opening for the tail is also treated with bias tape. Provide darts in advance in this part of the overalls.
2. Apply bias tape to the hole for the neck and sew a loop on one side of the neckline, and sew a button on the opposite side. As an option, ties or Velcro are acceptable.
3. Shorten the legs taking into account the dog's height, sew elastic along the edge, leaving a small overlap over the elastic for comfort of the pet's movements.

Ready-made overalls for a boy's dachshund

You can provide two-layer clothing - the overalls themselves will be made of water-repellent fabric, and the inner layer will be made of soft flannel.

Modeling: changing a finished universal pattern

If your skills in clothing design are minimal, but you want to create an outfit for your pet, you can use a universal pattern with a comfortable fit.

Universal pattern of overalls for dogs

1. You need to get a sheet of paper (it’s better to take a soft one) of the following size:

• length - DS+10 cm
• width - OG+10 cm.

1. Fold the sheet in half, obtaining a rectangle with sides DS+10 and (OG+10)/2.
2. At a distance of DOL+5 from the narrow edge, mark the line of the dog’s forelimbs.

Selection of materials

• On the line. Convenient to knit socks, blankets, booties.
• Simple. They knit sweaters, overalls, sweaters.

For knitting casual clothes from bulky yarn, choose a thick hook. For an openwork elegant blanket, take a thin hook the thickness of a thin thread.

• pure wool, thick wool blend - for every day.
• synthetic yarn (acrylic) for extravagant holiday items that are worn rarely and for a short time.

Natural wool allows the skin to breathe, but in synthetic clothes the dog will quickly freeze.

Recommendations for craftswomen

1. Ideas for making a blanket, vest or overalls for a pet are searched on the Internet, on specialized sites dedicated to dog breeding, as well as on resources for needlewomen. By using your imagination, you can get an outfit with a twist that no one else has.
2. Making your own wardrobe for a dog will allow you to make it extensive, for any weather and without extra costs.
3. If you don’t have time, you can use a simple method to insulate your friend. A sleeve is cut off from an unnecessary children's woolen jacket, in which holes are cut for the paws. If you overcast the edges, the item will look finished.

How to knit a jumpsuit for a girl's dog

To work you will need:

• Knitting needles No. 3, No. 4. Knitting needles on fishing line are preferable.
• Yarn (150 grams) – mohair, wool, wool blend, angora. Leftover wool from past crafts will come in handy.
• Large pin

Below is a master class on making a knitted jumpsuit.

Knitting the neck

Cast on 63 stitches on the needles. Knit 3 cm elastic bands 1 x 1

Knitting the main fabric

After ribbing, knit the fabric with facial loops, adding 6 stitches evenly in each facial row. This is done 5 times.

Knitting panties for the front legs. Pants leg No. 1.

They begin to knit after 12 cm from the elastic neckline.

• To do this, knit 19 loops and remove them with a pin.
• From one more ball, 10 new loops are cast on the knitting needles, the next 19 loops are knitted and 9 more new loops are cast on. These 38 stitches (the beginning of one trouser leg) are knitted in stockinette stitch 6 cm.
• Then knit three rows with a 1×1 rib. Close the loops. Throw the first 19 loops from the pin onto the right knitting needle and cast on 19 new loops from the new ball - this is the base for the 1st pant leg. Then knit 7 loops from the left knitting needle.

Knitting panties for the front legs. Pants leg No. 2.

They also pick up new loops from one ball and knit a second pant leg from these 38 loops.

• Cast on 19 loops for the base of the 2nd leg from the ball with which the middle 17 stitches are knitted, and knit the remaining 19 loops on the left knitting needle.
• Next, knit 9 cm straight, then begin to decrease evenly: in rows 1 - 3 - 4 sts, in rows 4 and 5 - 5 sts.
• There are 71 stitches left on the needles. Knit further straight 24 cm, and in the next front row evenly add 10 stitches.

Knitted clothes for dachshunds are easy to make and practical, just like those made from fabric.

Knitting panties for the hind legs.

• To do this, knit in short rows in front rows: knit 32 p., 31 p., 30 p., 29 p. in sequence.
• From the new ball, knit the same loops from the other edge of the part. After this, knit all 81 stitches in 4 rows. Next, knit 32 stitches, the next 17 loops. close off and knit the remaining 32 sts.
• One side of the piece: * knit in short rows - from 32 sts, knit 27, 26, 25, 24 in sequence. In the next row of 32 sts, knit the first 16 sts with an elastic band 1x1 - 2.5 cm (the rest the loops remain on the left needle) and bind them off.
• For the trouser leg, cast on 13 sts from the new ball, knit 16 sts with the same thread from the left knitting needle and cast on another 13 sts. With the resulting 42 sts, knit 7 cm, knit the last 3 rows with a 1x1 elastic band and bind off the loops.

Knitting straps

Knit a strip 5 cm wide and 45 cm long, which is then sewn to one of the back halves. The bar will protect the back from bulging.

Jumpsuit fastener

Pieces of Velcro, sewn evenly to the bar, will play the role of a fastener.

Final touches

Sew along the sides of the trouser legs for the front legs, sew the free parts of the trouser legs into the armholes. Sew along the sides of the legs for the hind legs and sew on the edge of the elastic that runs along the back edge of the overalls.

Knitted overalls for a dachshund, diagram with explanation

Currently, clothing for dogs has become so popular that in terms of the number of models and variety of methods for its production, it is not inferior to the production of clothing for people. Overalls for a dachshund can only be sewn, but also knitted.

If you know how and love to knit, then you can apply your art to making beautiful and comfortable clothes for your beloved pet. The big advantage is that such clothes are knitted quite simply, and the color variety of the yarn will help you create for your dachshund not just comfortable clothes, but a masterpiece of design art.

To work, you will need knitting needles No. 2.5 and about 200 g of any yarn of medium thickness, which can be purchased at a special store. Perhaps you have a ball of yarn left over from a previous knitting project, or, alternatively, you can unravel some outdated item.

Overalls knitting density:

• elastic band 2*2 30 loops = 10 cm
• elastic band 1*1 30 loops = 10 cm, 35 r. = 10 cm
• + braids 66 loops = 16 cm

Pet clothing size chart

Beautiful clothes for your pet can be selected and purchased in a specialized store in accordance with the sizes presented in the table.

If necessary, it is not difficult to build a costume for your tailed friend if you have patience and have minimal needlework skills. The pet will receive a wardrobe, the size of which depends only on the owner’s wishes, and will remain healthy and cheerful in any weather.

DIY sewing

Dachshund clothes can be bought at a pet store or ordered online. But if the owner has sewing skills and a desire to make a unique costume for his pet, then sewing a wardrobe at home is a good idea.

How to properly take measurements of a dog?

In order to take measurements from a dachshund you need:

1. Prepare a measuring tape and a sheet of paper.
2. Place the dog flat on the floor or table.
3. Measure the following parameters with a centimeter:
4. back length (from neck to tail);
5. chest circumference (the widest part of the chest);
6. neck girth;
7. paw length (from base to pastern).

If the clothes have a hood, then you need to measure the volume of the head and the distance between the ears.

All girth values ​​must be written down, halving them.

Modeling and circuit development

In order to make a pattern for a future suit you need the following:

1. Take a sheet of soft paper the size of your back (plus 10 centimeters) and chest circumference (plus five to six centimeters).
2. Measure a length equal to the distance from the neck to the front paws.
3. Make outlines for the paw line.
4. From the fold line, count half the distance between the front paws and make slits.
5. Try the pattern on your dachshund and secure with pins.
6. Make darts and adjust the length (the fabric on the stomach should be shorter than on the back).

The photo shows the pattern diagram:

Sewing Features

Before sewing clothes for your pet yourself, you need to consider some features:

1. Dachshunds are long-bodied dogs, so their clothing should be loose.
2. Dachshunds are prone to respiratory diseases. High collars on suits or a separate shirtfront that covers the neck will reduce the risk of getting sick.
3. The skin under a dog's tail is very sensitive and easily irritated. Therefore, you need to make the hole for the tail wide enough.

A person trying his hand at sewing for the first time should start replenishing his dachshund’s wardrobe with a blanket. This is the simplest version of a dog costume.

Rain cover step by step

The simplest option is a do-it-yourself cape without a hood.

Required:

• Suitable fabric - raincoat fabric, vinyl, nylon, in extreme cases, a thick garbage bag will do.
• Bias tape.
• Threads to match.
• Velcro tape.
• Scissors.
• Sewing machine.

Pattern

This pattern can be made for a dog of any breed and size. You will need a sheet of wallpaper or whatman paper. Measurements are standard, measurements for a girl dog will be slightly different in length than for a boy.

• We measure the length of the back - from the base of the neck to the root of the tail.
• Divide the resulting number by 8.
• On a sheet of whatman paper or wallpaper we draw a 10 X 10 grid, the side of the cell is equal to the resulting number.
• We transfer the pattern details from the drawing to our Whatman paper.
• We remember that all dogs are different, we check our measurements, and make changes to the paper pattern.
• Blanket – 1 piece with a fold along the back.

Advice! Before sewing complex models, it is recommended to sew a test product from an unnecessary sheet or other material. Or baste the paper pattern pieces.

Progress:

• We transfer the pattern to the fabric, do not forget the allowances of 0.5 - 1.5 cm.
• We cut out the blanket detail.
• We trim it with bias tape.
• Sew on the Velcro tape.
• Let's try it on.