Many owners choose to dress the teddies in order to add cuteness or warmth.

However, not all teddies are suitable for dressing, as this can cause them a range of discomforts.

1. Interfere with the constant temperature ability and reduce the resistance

Teddy dogs, as homeotherms, have an excellent thermoregulation mechanism.

Their hair is able to adjust its density and length in response to changes in the outside temperature to keep its body temperature constant.

However, this natural mechanism can be disturbed when you put on clothing.

With prolonged clothing, teddy dogs may gradually lose their ability to adapt to temperature changes, resulting in decreased resistance and more susceptibility to illness.

2. Knotted hair, affecting beauty and health

Long-haired teddies are prone to knotting in their hair, and wearing clothes undoubtedly increases the risk of knots.

Hair knots not only affect the appearance of the teddy, but can also lead to hair loss, skin infections, and other problems.

For example, there is a long-haired teddy named "Beanie", because the owner likes to dress it up, and often wears all kinds of cute clothes.

However, over time, Doudou's hair began to show severe knots.

The originally smooth hair has become rough and messy, and there is even hair loss and redness of the skin in some places.

In the long run, it can also have a negative impact on Teddy's mental health, as they may be upset by changes in their appearance.

3. Skin problems, which are easy to cause irritation

Teddy dogs have relatively sensitive skin, especially for clothing made of certain materials.

The friction of clothing against the skin can trigger skin sensitivity or irritation, causing uncomfortable symptoms in teddy dogs.

In addition, some substandard clothing may contain chemicals that are harmful to dogs, further exacerbating skin problems.

4. Strong sense of restraint

For teddy dogs, freedom of movement is part of their nature, and they like to run and play freely.

However, when Teddies are tightly wrapped in clothing, this feeling of restraint can make them uncomfortable and even affect their mood and behavior.

For example, there is a teddy dog named "Huanhuan", who is usually active and likes to run around the house.

Once, in order to look good for a photo, the owner put on a tight little vest for it.

After putting on the vest, Huanhuan became visibly uncomfortable, and it tried to shake off the vest, but was helplessly restrained.

Over the next few hours, Huanhuan became restless, scratching her waistcoat with her paws incessantly, and even refusing to eat and play.

Therefore, when dressing Teddy, the owner should fully consider his activity needs and comfort, and avoid choosing clothes that are too tight or restrictive.

At the same time, it is also necessary to observe the reaction of Teddy after putting on clothes, and once they find that they are uncomfortable or agitated, they should adjust or stop dressing in time.

5. Hindering body language communication and affecting social interaction

Dogs communicate through body language, including gestures, expressions, and movements. Wearing clothes may interfere with Teddy's normal communication with other dogs or people.

Imagine two teddies meeting in a park.

They usually greet each other by sniffing, wagging their tails, bouncing, etc., and learn about each other's identities and emotions.

However, if one of the teddies is wearing heavy clothing, its movements may be restricted, and its tail may be restrained by clothing and unable to shake freely.

As a result, the other teddy may not be able to accurately decipher the emotions and intentions of the dressed teddy, making communication between them difficult.

In addition, clothing can mask some of Teddy's important body language signals, such as showing their belly to show friendship and submission, or conveying nervousness or uneasiness through their tight bodies.

When these signals are obscured by clothing, other dogs or people may not be able to accurately understand Teddy's true emotions, which can lead to misunderstandings and conflicts.

This communication barrier can have a negative impact on Teddy's social skills and mental health.

If Teddy is unable to establish effective communication with other dogs or people, they may feel lonely, anxious, or restless

6. Increased psychological pressure, leading to anxiety and fear

For some Teddies, getting dressed can be a psychological stress.

They may feel uneasy, fearful, or anxious, and exhibit behaviors such as avoidance and hiding.

This psychological stress can have long-term effects on Teddy's mental health and may even lead to behavioral problems or mental illness.

Therefore, when deciding whether or not to dress Teddy, you should fully consider their psychological needs and feelings.

Proofread by Zhuang Wu