I'll admit, I USED to think it was a little rediculous unless it was a little chihuahua or something in the winter time, but I never thought it was "cruel". I don't think it's fair if the particular dog hates it though.
I think it's cute for the most part. I'm VERY simple about it though with Alice and now that it's gotten warmer, she's been going nekkid
. I also have a "hoodie" for my beagle only because she's old and I think gets cold in the winter, I only use it when it's frigid outside though and she never seems to even pay attention to the fact that it's on. I do have this adorable "tank top" that dh picked up for Alice at big lots for $3 (he was in the "dog house" that week prior to this
) and it says "sweet" with a cupcake picture made of little rinestones - Alice will definatly be sporting that at cookouts this summer
I do LOVE doggie Halloween costumes and special things for holidays.