During the cold season, not only people need protection from frost. Our smaller brothers also need it. This is especially true for dogs. While there is a popular belief that animals can run in the snow without harming their health, sensitive paw pads may crack from the cold. This will cause discomfort for your pet. Dog shoes will help to cope with this problem. Of course, it can be purchased at a specialized store, but it will not always be convenient and of high quality. It is much easier to build this thing with your own hands. Let's consider what is required for this and how to carry out this process.
What should dog shoes be like?
To ensure that your pet does not experience discomfort when wearing shoes, you should pay attention to the following criteria when creating them.
Shoe requirements
- Material characteristics. It should be a non-rough and non-slip fabric.
- Take off measurements To construct the pattern, you should do it separately from the front and hind limbs.
- Seams products must be made from the outside.
- Clasp type should be tight. But at the same time, it should not squeeze the blood vessels in the paw.
How to train a dog to wear shoes
In addition, it is worth gradually accustoming the animal to wearing shoes. To do this, follow the steps below.
- The sooner you start accustoming your pet to this item, the better. The ideal age for this is five months.
- The first lesson should take place at home, for a short time. At the first stage, a couple of minutes is enough. Then you can increase the bottom time with each workout.
- When training for the first time, wear only the front pair of paws..
- Don't forget to reward your dog with a tasty treat after finishing training.
- For initial lessons, choose lightweight product options.
Attention! It is worth moving on to street exercises only when the dog stops showing any reaction to the shoes being put on.
How to sew boots for a dog
To sew any item, you need to select the material and tools, take measurements and create a pattern. And pet shoes are no exception to the rule.
Materials and tools
To create it you will need.
- The right amount of material. For the winter season it could be fur, leather or thick waterproof fabric. For lightweight items, you can use waterproof fabric, e.g. raincoat fabric.
- Warm material for the insole.
- Clasp: lace, braid with a lock, Velcro and so on.
- Sewing tools: chalk, scissors, needle and matching thread.
Taking measurements
Separately, it is worth considering the issue of taking measurements. To do this, follow the instructions.
- Measurements should be taken at a time when the dog is not distracted by anything.
- The animal must stand.
- The paws should be in a free position (the emphasis is on both pairs of legs).
- Measure the distance from the protruding point of your fingertips to the bottom edge of the back pad.
Advice! A good way to take measurements using a wet print. To do this, wet your paw and make the animal walk on a dry floor.
- We measure the required height of the future product and the width of the paw.
Constructing a pattern
Based on the data received, we build a pattern.
The construction of patterns for sewing shoes can vary in the level of complexity of the model. Let's look at them.
Simple model
The simplest model is made of lightweight material and is used to protect against dust and dirt during the warm season. The most inexperienced needlewoman can create it.
To work, you will need light waterproof fabric and knitted elastic.
Completing of the work
- First, let's create a pattern. To do this, we take the necessary measurements and make adjustments to the basic pattern.
Basic pattern
- Place the paw in the center of the circle and wrap the raised material around it.
- We grab the excess fabric with pins or waste thread to mark future seams.
Attention! Don't forget to indent or fit loosely.
- Sew side seams and trim off excess fabric with scissors. For beauty, the joints can be decorated with edging.
- To ensure rigidity of the sole, you can install an insole made of dense material inside or sew such a blank on the front side.
- Sew the elastic along the top and bottom as shown in the image.
Tie boots
The next variation is boots for the cold season. To create them you will need minor sewing skills.
To realize you you will need waterproof fabric for the upper part, lace and lining material: faux fur, fleece.
Execution Process
- Using the measurements taken, we build a pattern, using the pattern from the picture below as a sample.
- We cut out the necessary parts from the main and lining fabric.
- We fold the elements of the boot and lining with the wrong sides facing each other.
- Sew the top piece along the center seam.
- We sew the tongue to it.
- Next, you need to sew the sole and upper part with an “over the edge” seam.
- Install lace fasteners. These can be loops made of the main material, sewn along the edges of the upper, or special loafers for lacing.
- Insert the lace.
- The product is ready for use.
Reference! If you want your boots to last longer, line the soles with thin rubber. It can be glued using special glue.
How to sew boots
The most difficult thing is to make beautiful boots for your pet. But with due diligence, independent work is quite feasible.
For work you You will need thick fabric and fasteners.
Completing of the work
- Take measurements and adjust the proposed pattern according to them.
- Using a pattern, cut out parts of the product from the material.
- Sew a strip closed in a ring to the sole in a circle.
- Sew the front upper part to the lower structure.
- We sew the boot part with the open side forward, to the front element and the circular strip.
- Sew a strip under the open edge.
- We install the fixing elements in place: Velcro, ties, and so on.
- Now you can go for a walk.
You can create beautiful shoes for your pet not only by sewing, but also by knitting. This option is especially suitable for housewives and knitters.To do this, use the details of the proposed patterns and the proposed work process, replacing fabric elements with knitted parts. Enjoy your creative process!
0
