Extra Warm Dog Coats for Winter Wear
Thanks to the rise in popularity of dog apparel, extra warm
dog coats are readily available to dogs. Now, the
same materials humans depend
on in the winter months, also keep dogs toasty and allow them to play freely
outside. With this in mind, here are the top 3 warmest
dog
jackets:
Down Dog Coats
The hands-down winner for the warmest type of dog coat is the
down dog coat. Stuffed with feathers, this
jacket is used by major outdoor apparel companies such as The North Face to
outfit those on hiking treks up Mt. Everest. The only caveat is the jacket can
provide so much heat, your pup could get too warm, so ensure your dog's natural
coat can handle the heat and the temperatures are low enough. One
way to combat this is to look for a down dog jacket with a thin fleece lining to promote comfort and
ventilation next to the dog’s skin.
Polar Fleece Dog Coats
Polar fleece, fleece or polartec dog coats are all part of the fleece family.
Where polar fleece and fleece are the category names for this soft material, polartec is the brand-name fabricator of a high-end, more robust fleece. The
reason these notoriously warm and fuzzy jackets make the list of warmest dog
coats is because they are known for their incredible ability to insulate.
However, the list of fleece’s attributes doesn’t end with warmth, it is
also breathable, able to wick moisture away from the skin and flexible for
active dogs. Fleece is also lightweight, quick-dry and wind resistant.
Neoprene Dog Coats
Neoprene dog coats are the best jacket for all-season protection and warmth. In
addition to being water resistant, flexible, warm and windproof, they can also
be used as a mild floatation device given they are made out of the same material
as wetsuits.
Therefore, the top three warmest canine coats have distinct uses: the down coat
for extra-cold adventures, the polar fleece coat for active dogs in cool
climates and the neoprene dog coat for year-round warmth.
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