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Ruffwear Furness Dog Jacket Review: An Honest Long-Term Test
I’ve used the Ruffwear Furness on Lucy for years. Here’s why its warmth, streamlined fit and longer sleeves made it one of my favorite winter dog coats.
SadePomppa vs Non-stop Fjord: Which Dog Raincoat Is Better?
SadePomppa vs Non-stop Fjord: I compare the two rain shells I use on my own hounds, including waterproofing, harness access, durability, movement and value.
Non-stop Fjord vs Ruffwear Sun Shower: Which Dog Raincoat Is Better?
Non-stop Fjord vs Ruffwear Sun Shower: I compare the two premium dog raincoats I use, including waterproofing, durability, fit, harness access and who each suits best.
SadePomppa vs KevytPomppa: Which Dog Raincoat Should You Buy?
SadePomppa vs KevytPomppa: I compare the two Pomppa raincoats I use on my own dogs, including waterproofing, warmth, fit, durability and who each suits best.
Best Leather Dog Collars: What a Dog Trainer Actually Looks For
A dog trainer’s guide to the best leather dog collars, what quality really looks like, and which materials and styles suit different dogs.
The Ruffwear Sun Shower Dog Coat – An Honest Review
I tested the Ruffwear Sun Shower on Indie and my hounds. Here’s my honest long-term take on waterproofing, fit, movement, harness use and value.
Non-stop Dogwear Fjord Raincoat Review: An Honest Long-Term Test
I tested the Non-stop Dogwear Fjord on Lucy in prolonged rain, wind and woodland. Here’s my honest long-term verdict on fit, durability and waterproofing.
Pomppa KevytPomppa Review: My Favorite Lined Dog Raincoat?
I tested the KevytPomppa on Lucy in prolonged rain and cool weather. Here’s how it performs for waterproofing, warmth, movement, durability and layering.
Pomppa SadePomppa Review: The Raincoat That Just Works
I tested the SadePomppa on Shelby in prolonged rain and wind. Here’s my honest take on waterproofing, movement, harness access and value.
Best Dog Raincoats: 5 Waterproof Coats I’d Actually Consider
Dog trainer Ali Smith compares the best dog raincoats she has actually used, including Pomppa, Non-stop Dogwear and Ruffwear, with honest notes on waterproofing, fit and value.
When Should You Spay or Neuter a Cavapoo? What the Parent-Breed Data Suggests
Cavapoos are smaller dogs, and the evidence around spay and neuter timing looks quite different from what we see in many large breeds.There is no Hart study specifically on Cavapoos. This article therefore uses component-breed data: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel...
16 Summer Enrichment Ideas for Dogs That Won’t Overheat Them
Keep your dog enriched without pushing them through the heat with 16 trainer-approved summer ideas, including swimming, paddling, sniffing, digging and indoor games.