Thursday, August 14, 2014

Stylish Canines Wear Burberry Style Plaid Dog Collars

By Dora Reed


In those ancient days when dogs first began to live together with humans, there was likely little thought given to canine accessories. Most dogs resembled wolves, and would not have been happy being carried in a an over-sized designer handbag. After generations of genetic manipulation by humans, however, the gentler breeds that have emerged feel quite comfortable wearing burberry style plaid dog collars.

Dressing animals fashionably is nothing new, although some people today consider it a cynical attempt by the pet industry to increase overall sales. Some media celebrities suffer bad publicity for treating their pets as accessories, carrying them wherever photographers can capture the best shot. It would be a mistake to criticize them too harshly, however, because many of those canine creatures love being the center of attention.

In past eras, being the center of attention could also make them a dinner course, an idea that horrifies most people today. These animals are more than mere pets for many people, providing both physical and emotional support with affection and intelligence. Many dogs are also smart enough to realize when they look good, and that being well turned-out includes wearing the right collar.

In earlier times, most dogs had a specific job to do, and their collars reflected that utility. Leather or rope was used to control animals that could be incredibly strong, and which excelled in guarding, hunting, and waging war. Over time, selective breeding practices resulted in animals ranging from the size of teacups to small ponies. Contemporary canine styles match that diversity.

Most family dogs proudly wear a collar that not only looks good, but also contains identification or medical information. While many are made of leather or synthetic materials, most are fairly basic in appearance. Bejeweled displays might be appropriate for a well-coiffed poodle, but most dog owners seem to feel more comfortable with something less ostentatious, but still stylish. Burberry-style collars fit that description.

Burberry-style and plaid are commonly considered identical, but that is not actually the case. The first is a Scottish tartan, and to gain that title a specific weave must register with the Scottish Tartan Authority. At one time these patterns were associated with clans, but in contemporary settings are associated with a group of people, whether political or corporate.

The distinctive patterns first appeared in manufactured clothing created during he 1920s, and grew to symbolize restrained good taste. The patterns look especially good today on smaller breeds of dogs, especially those of Scottish descent. For proud urban dogs whose owners regularly take them for excursions on bustling city streets, they are a smart look that reflects the good taste of their human companions.

Although dressing pets in designer clothing and accessories is realistically meant to please pet owners, many dogs do seem to take pride in their appearance. The praise they receive lets them know they are loved and cared for, even if they themselves do not really appreciate the finer points of design. Providing an attractive collar is a small price to pay for the physical and emotional companionship these animals give back daily.




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