Best dog coat
Simon Fitzherbert-Brockholes and his flat coat Retrievers. Photograph: Sarah Farnsworth/Country Life Picture Library
Dogs’ natural coats are well designed to shield them from the elements. But when it’s wet, cold or both, a responsible owner should put them in a dog coat. Particularly if you plan to be out for a prolonged period on a walk or shoot, your dog could suffer in low temperatures and even get hypothermia. Keeping a dog warm after exercise also keeps joints warm and can help to reduce the pain of arthritis.
No owner wants to see their trusty companion shivering. With a good dog coat, they can stay dry and warm and enjoy being outside with you. When choosing a jacket it’s worth looking for one that will keep them from getting wet as that will also make them cold. Check the design you choose will work with your lead or harness and fit your dog correctly so it doesn’t encumber them too much out in the field. Here are the dog coats we would recommend:
