Dog Coats and Jackets

Winters call for gearing up and preparing for those harsh weather conditions. Dog jackets are not just fashion statements but also necessary to protect their body heat. Winter clothes for dogs help them avoid exposure to freezing temperatures that can in effect cause numerous cold weather-based illnesses. such as those prevalent among humans. Dog Coats are available in a multitude of sizes and colors. They are designed to warm dog bodies with inner-lining. The coats range from lighter and thicker Polar Fleece options to those lined in faux-fur and polyester fabrics. We carry four major designer and fashion pet brands in various styles and options.

Searching for the right Dog Jackets is not an easy deal. There's such a wide variety and selection to pick and choose from. Adding pet sweaters to mix adds to the options too. When searching for the right dog coats, it is important to consider the temperatures or climates in your region. Understanding your dog’s needs comes in handy here.

For example, if you live in areas where winter temperatures regularly reach below freezing point, you'll likely want to consider a jacket that provides full-body protection. It should come with higher grades of insulation or higher heat-reflective technology. An inner-liner is designed to reflect and maintain proper body heat to ensure their core temperatures are well adapted to such climates. On the other hand, if the temperature range seldomly reaches below zero, your pet will still be protected with a winter dog coat that is either sleeveless or contains sleeves.

Many additional options provide year-round protection. They are lighter in weight and provide complete protection such as a jacket that is lighter-grade in insulation. That's perfect for the Spring and summer nights. They also do the job during the Fall and Winter months. Technically, if you're looking to go that route it's important to look at buying a secondary dog jacket. It must be more equipped and designed to tackle the colder weather if the temperature range in your region tends to frequently drop below 50 degrees Fahrenheit.

There are so many options made widely available and therefore it can be challenging at times to make the right choice. However, proper knowledge and research in understanding the amount of fur or whether the dog is considered to be a short-haired or long-haired breed certainly helps narrow down your options. Longer-haired dog breeds tend to have more bodily coverage and protection. Therefore, you can opt for a dog coat that might be considered to be lighter in weight. If doing so, perhaps you might want to consider decreasing their hair cuts a drop during the winter to provide more warmth.

There are also dog jackets that are convertible with dual removable layers that are perfect for year-round protection. However, those styles typically don't provide adequate full-body coverage. Let's go through each of these options so we can help you make the very best decision.

Non-Full Body Dog Jackets Online:

Dog Coats that don't cover the entire body are designed to either cover the front two legs or wrap around the body. They do so, without any leg coverage such as those that provide compression for relieving anxiety, and rash guards, and sleeveless dog jackets. These forms of jackets are most commonly purchased among dog owners due to their simplicity, convenience, and design. They're super easy to place on dog bodies and generally provide a more free range of motion.

For those frigid temperatures, our puffer jackets with fur surrounding the hood known as dog parkas are indisputably the most popular that exist. Some winter dog clothes are even designed with sophisticated removable hoods and back pockets. They have added trims and details with added insulation for superior warmth and plush comfort. And while others are geared towards those freezing colder temperatures, others are conventional in style and provide less warmth. They are suitable for early spring and fall seasons such as plaid jackets made from wool or with triple season Faux-Fur Dog Coats. They are so soft and comfortable your pet will want to lick your face up.

Dog Coats that don't fully cover the body are fantastic options in areas where temperatures range between 20 and 60 degrees Fahrenheit. There are both Sleeveless and Sleeved options. Sleeveless styles are easier to put on and remove and jackets with sleeves might be a bit harder but with the minor struggle since they can withstand below freezing temperatures and usually contain higher levels of insulation. Now, this isn't to be confused with dog raincoats which might have sleeves and feature full-body protective options since raincoats aren't always necessarily layered.

Some raincoats are inner-lined with fleece however those jackets are designed to maintain light body heat and aren't designed for below-freezing temperatures. The same can be attributed to dog sweaters since knitted dog sweaters are primarily designed to look more fashionable and keep the body warm in temperature ranges anywhere above 48 degrees therefore it's advisable to look into some better options that provide higher levels of protection at all times.

Full Body Dog Coats And Jackets:

These spectacular full-body dog jackets are highly popular among those that need something for the extreme outdoors where snow is high and temperatures are ice-cold. These types of Dog Coats are inspired and resembled ski-jackets and those created by the leading outdoor human apparel companies.

Take for example our Dog Helios brand of premium coats for dogs, their dog jackets feature a specially developed inner-lining fabric called Blackshark Technology, this form of advanced material is Lightweight, Breathable, Impermeable, Tear and Water-Resistant that is made to provide less bulk that helps increase mobility during movement all-while keeping the body warm and protected. Aside from this advanced technology, Dog Helios utilizes an array of other advanced and innovative outdoor fabrics such as reflective heating technology that is a mirrored type of lightweight material that is designed to reflect body heat into the body. There are also outdoor fabrics that offer reflectively embedded stitching and tubing designed to further provide night visibility and protection

The full-bodied dog Coats are designed to cover both frontal and back legs in addition to coverage around the tail areas. They feature a variety of added details and trims such as full-length zippers at the belly or by the neck areas. They come with stretchy and elastic tubing around the outer edges of the jacket areas for a more customizable and expandable fit. It is designed to keep out the cold air and provides pro-longed usage during their stages of growth. Many styles of these are waterproof dog jackets coated. They even have above-neck zippered leash slits to limit cold air seepage and are further reversed with polar fleece for further warmth and added comfort. There's no better time to go outdoors!

The Full-Body Dog Coats provide year-round protection that can even stretch until the summer. It can get pretty cold at night, for example, the best type of coat in this instance would be the Pet Life Aura-Vent Dog Coat with specially designed stretchy fabrics. It can serve as a nice medium-grade level of insulation that further provides just enough winter weather protection and insulates the body quite well. This piece provides more of a complete range of motion through its elastic properties that almost feel like a second skin and a fantastic hybrid option for those that are looking to limit their dog’s wardrobe.

When looking for a jacket that has less Winter protection check out this article 'What type of Dog coats are good for the Fall and the Spring?'

Final Thoughts:

If you live in areas where any temperature levels reach below 42 degrees Fahrenheit we recommend investing in a dog jacket that provides full-body protection. Our top recommendation is the Dog Helios Thunder Crackle Full-Body Dog Coat.

While there are Non-Full body options for warmth below freezing temperatures, the ones that are designed to fully cover the body, keep the body warmer in extreme and frigid temperatures that are well below zero degrees. Dog Helios is internationally known for producing the very best dog vests and coats designed for colder climate settings whether you live in the North or South Poles or live in countries where temperatures routinely drop to frostbite conditions.

Dogs without jackets tend to show signs that they're cold with thorough shivering. Therefore, it's always important to pay attention to their behavior and their movements when outdoors or once they return indoors.

Certain breeds of dogs with shaved coats or those with inherently less fur are those that are more prone to developing illnesses or sicknesses. These conditions may come with below-freezing temperatures. It depends on how long they stay out in the cold and how domesticated they usually are (how much indoor time they spend throughout the day during the winter). Some can build up stronger immunity or tolerance to colder temperatures. Even for dogs that spend many hours outdoors does not imply they're comfortable as many breeds of dogs may find the frigid temperatures from normal to tolerable to even torturous.

For non-full body dog coats, we recommend variations depending on the type of jacket purchased. For instance plaid dog coats or those that are more designed for fashion work best in temperatures 55 degrees in Fahrenheit to approximately 35 degrees meanwhile Fur dog Coats are heavier and provide more warmth and can be worn in temperatures as low as 25 or 30 degrees. If you're looking for something with added protection, we recommend that you look to purchase a dog jacket with fabrics that are higher in insulation count with added sleeve protection as those are great for near below-freezing temperatures. Our most popular and widely purchased option available is our Pet Life Classic Metallic Dog Coat that is reversed with fleece and features 3M Thinsulate Insulation technology.

Searching for the right dog coats is more than just a matter of fashion preference and is more about finding a jacket that is most purposely depending on where you live and what your typical weather patterns and cycles are throughout the year. While it's always fun building up their wardrobes and looking for something fashionable it's important to make sure that proper comfort and coverage are always the priority. In areas where winters are milder, we recommend buying something lighter or if you're looking for something for Fido to wear as the seasons change it's great to look into buying multiple items and spice up their wardrobe.

If you need some additional help in making the right buying decision when searching for the right winter gear try reading up on this article. Shopping for the right Dog Coats many useful tips that could help narrow down your decision and properly understanding what to buy when you're a bit hesitant or indecisive in making a purchase. In that article, there's some useful information on what to consider when buying coats for dogs and how to properly measure before buying, and the various types of winter dog gear that's generally made available.

So go ahead and make your choice. Take the help of reviews. We offer Free Shipping and Free Returns with added 1-Year Warranty options when you buy brand direct. Simply put if the dog coat you purchased doesn't fit or doesn't work like it says it can be returned. We love our customers and we'll go the extra yard to make sure you and your dog are satisfied and happy customers!

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