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What are the benefits of pet clothing, you know?

There are many scientific reasons for the benefits of pet clothing, and while many studies focus on pet comfort and behavior, these studies can help us understand why choosing the right clothing for your pet may be beneficial. Here are some of the main scientific reasons and benefits:

1. Protect health
Keeping warm: Especially for short-haired or small dogs, cold weather may have a negative impact on their health. Wearing the right clothing can help maintain body temperature and prevent colds and other cold-related health problems. For example, studies have found that wearing clothes can help regulate body temperature and protect pets from cold environments (reference: "The Role of Clothing in Thermoregulation and Its Effects on Canine Health").

Prevent skin diseases and allergies: For some pets who are prone to allergies or skin sensitivities, clothing can prevent them from direct contact with possible allergens, such as pollen, dust, or chemicals. For example, wearing clothing can reduce contact with irritants on the ground and help relieve skin problems (reference: "The Effect of Protective Clothing on Skin Allergies in Pets").

2. Provide comfort and security
Relieve anxiety: Some pets, especially dogs, may feel anxious due to changes in the environment or noise. Specially made comfort clothing, such as pressure garments, can mimic the feeling of being gently wrapped, helping to reduce a pet's anxiety (reference: "Effectiveness of Pressure Therapy in Reducing Canine Anxiety").

Preventing scratches and injuries: For pets whose skin is easily injured, clothing can provide additional protection from scratching themselves or being injured by other animals (reference: "Protective Clothing and Injury Prevention in Pets").

3. Improved socialization and behavior
Enhanced social interaction: Pets wearing clothing may attract the attention of others, thereby increasing pet-human interaction. This additional social interaction may have a positive impact on pet behavior and psychological well-being (reference: "Impact of Clothing on Pet-Human Social Interaction").

Increased confidence: Some studies have shown that properly fitted clothing can improve a pet's confidence, especially when participating in social activities or in public. Clothing can provide visual appeal and enhance a pet's social behavior (reference: "Effects of Clothing on Pet Confidence and Social Behavior").

4. Practicality
Easy to clean: Pets wearing clothing can reduce hair on floors, furniture and other items, making cleaning easier. This is especially important for pets with hair loss problems (reference: "The Practical Benefits of Pet Clothing for Home Cleanliness").

Protective effect: In certain environments, such as outdoor activities, clothing can provide additional protection from scratches caused by grass, bushes, etc. or insect bites (reference: "Outdoor Protective Clothing for Pets").