Thank you so much everyone, for trying to help my fumbling self. lol! I know it's not Bella's fault, she's just a puppy.
I praise her lavishly and dote on her alot while doing it IE: Oooooh pretty Bella!! Aren't you dahhhling....etc etc (yes, add nausea) lol I have no problem getting her *into* the dresses, it's her keeping them on that I have the problems with. =/ They're not too big or too tight, they fit her perfectly, but she doesn't like the feeling of the clothes on her body I think. She's a slinky, too...that girl can maneuver herself out of anything..I should have named her Houdinia.
Walking her is a good idea (still haven't done that yet, but I can now that she's done with puppy shots). I have her fully trained on a leash (inside) now, though, she doesn't tug or pull or lag behind, she's right at my side, so I think outdoor walking should come now. =) Although I might try it in our new backyard first..just to be safe. You're right, that would probably keep her preoccupied long enough to forget about the dress!! Thanks.
I LOVE the T-shirt dresses by Sherry..and thank you for that link...she might just be able to bear those, as they're similar to her shirts, only prettier.
We were in PetCo and someone said "aww..what a cute little boy!" the other day. *sigh*
I KNEW I could count on you all to give me some great tips..thank you so much.