When did "shaggy dog sweater" start trending?

Google Trends first listed it as a rising search on 12 September 2023 in the US, the United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, France. It has been recorded 435 times since, peaking at 94,850% on 12 September 2026.

Where is "shaggy dog sweater" rising right now?

In the last 24 hours it appeared in the Past 7 days, Past 90 days windows for the United Kingdom, Germany, France, with a best growth of 14,800% (Breakout).

How does this year compare with last year?

Over the same 90 days in previous years its best daily growth was 3,550% in 2024, against 94,850% in the last 90 days — a recurring window worth planning for.

How many people search for "shaggy dog sweater"?

Google Ads counted an average of 2,400 searches a month over the year to Jul 2024, peaking at 6,600 in Jul 2024. Demand is seasonal — plan for July and have listings live by May.

Can I put "shaggy dog sweater" on a shirt or a listing?

It is a generic product term, so the trademark risk is low; the design itself has to be the reason to buy.

Is it a good keyword for print-on-demand designs?

It passes the print-on-demand filter (people search for it together with sweaters). Check the trademark status of any brand or name in the phrase before using it on a listing.

shaggy dog sweater

Google Trends rising search · first seen 12 Sep 2023 · breaking out now

"shaggy dog sweater" is a search that Google Trends flagged as rising among people searching for sweaters, first seen on 12 Sep 2023 in the US, the United Kingdom, Canada, Germany and France. It has been recorded 435 times since; its biggest jump was 94,850% on 12 Sep 2026 — a Breakout, Google's label for growth above 5,000%. Right now it is rising in the Past 7 days and Past 90 days windows in the United Kingdom, Germany and France.

🧶 sweater POD Generic product

First seen: 12 Sep 2023; 3 years ago
Last seen: 19 Sep 2026; 19 Sep 06:01 UTC
Times recorded: 435; 16 window/country combos
Peak: 94,850%; 12 Sep 2026
Countries: 🇺🇸 🇬🇧 🇨🇦 🇩🇪 🇫🇷; US, GB, CA, DE, FR
Windows: 1H · 4H · 1D · 7D · 30D · 90D; ever rising in

Right now (last 24 hours)

7D 90D 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France best 14,800% · Breakout

Last 90 daysLast 24 months

Highest growth recorded each day, across every window and country.Highest growth recorded in each month.

Same period in 2024

22 Jun 2024 – 19 Sep 2024 · peak 3,550%

Tracking coverage has grown over the years (more niches, countries and time windows), so earlier years can under-count.

Search demand by month

Google Ads · data through Jul 2024

Searches peak in July — 6,600 a month at the top against ~880 in April, the quietest month. To catch the season, listings should be live by May.

~2,400 searches/month on average Ad competition: Low

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When did "shaggy dog sweater" start trending?: Google Trends first listed it as a rising search on 12 September 2023 in the US, the United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, France. It has been recorded 435 times since, peaking at 94,850% on 12 September 2026.
Where is "shaggy dog sweater" rising right now?: In the last 24 hours it appeared in the Past 7 days, Past 90 days windows for the United Kingdom, Germany, France, with a best growth of 14,800% (Breakout).
How does this year compare with last year?: Over the same 90 days in previous years its best daily growth was 3,550% in 2024, against 94,850% in the last 90 days — a recurring window worth planning for.
How many people search for "shaggy dog sweater"?: Google Ads counted an average of 2,400 searches a month over the year to Jul 2024, peaking at 6,600 in Jul 2024. Demand is seasonal — plan for July and have listings live by May.
Can I put "shaggy dog sweater" on a shirt or a listing?: It is a generic product term, so the trademark risk is low; the design itself has to be the reason to buy.
Is it a good keyword for print-on-demand designs?: It passes the print-on-demand filter (people search for it together with sweaters). Check the trademark status of any brand or name in the phrase before using it on a listing.

Source: Google Trends rising searches. Updated 19 Sep 2026, 10:48 UTC.