Cold winter day are swiftly approaching. So pull out those coats, sweaters and heaters! Even though dogs have their own coats, they can always the additional warmth presented by a dog coat or jacket.
Some smaller dogs grow hair rather than fur and are vulnerable to colder weather. They require the warmth that dog clothes proffer if they are outdoors during cold winter days. Breeds such as: Dachshunds, Silky Terriers, Yorkshire Terriers, Chinese Crested Dogs, and Maltese in fact profit from dressing in a dog sweater or coat. Miniature dogs dislike being exposed to the cold.
Medium sized dogs such as Welsh Corgis or Pugs have short hair, but have a more muscular build than small dogs. But I’m sure all would agree that a Welsh Corgi would look excellent in a stylish coat or jacket? Sometimes it is just about looking good! Even though Boxers are another breed that don’t fare well in extreme temperatures despite their muscular build. Wouldn’t a Boxer look swell wearing a Corduroy Dog Jacket?
Short haired breeds, like a Basenji, Italian Greyhound, Greyhound, Weimaraner and Vizsla have a thin build and need to exercise outdoors. They do not fare well with the extreme cold. During cold temperatures a barn jacket is easy to Velcro onto an active dog. A Barn Coat helps to keep outdoor dogs comfortable in cold weather. The Polyester side helps repel wind and water to keep dogs dry and safe from the elements, while the soft fleece side traps body heat to provide a den of snuggly comfort.
Some dog breeds don’t need to wear a coat. For example, the Alaskan Malamute has a dense and wooly undercoat that enables them to be exposed to the frigid cold weather without wearing a coat. The Samoyed has a double coat that consists of a soft, thick undercoat and a harsh outer coat. Cold temperature breeds also have a ruff of hair around their neck for extra insulation. Some DO like it cold!
Aging dogs need a bit of extra comfort and warmth in their old age. A fleece lined dog coat will keep an older dog more comfortable. Especially on days when a dog feels arthritic, a dog sweater or coat will offer aid to keep their bodies at ease. Dogs not in tip top health can benefit from a therapeutic dog coat. Using heat, cold and magnetic therapy, veterinarians recommend therapeutic dog coats for rehabilitation and pain relief.
The right fit is imperative for optimal comfort. Follow these three steps using a tape measure to figure out what size coat your dog will need.
Step 1: Measure your dog’s girth. The girth is the chest directly behind the front legs.
Step 2: Measure your dog’s neckline. This is very important for hooded dog apparel.
Step 3: Determine the length of your dog from the base of their neck to the base of their tail.
Even though dogs come equipped with their own coats, they always could use an extra bit of warmth for cold and rainy days.
Although dogs come equipped with their own natural coat, they can always use an extra bit of comfort for cold and rainy days. Joanne Gallagher suggests visiting Jake’s Dog House for a large assortment of Dog Jackets & Coats that will offer your dog with comfort and style during the cold winter months.