I’ve used the Wilderdog Fleece Jacket on Shelby for light warmth and layering. It washes brilliantly, but I find the warmth so-so and would probably not buy it again.
Coats & Boots
The Ruffwear Stumptown Dog Coat – An Honest Review
I tested the Ruffwear Stumptown on Lucy and Shelby. It looks good and is easy to use, but after testing a lot of dog coats I still struggle to find the situation where I’d deliberately choose it.
The Ruffwear Powder Hound – An Honest Review
I tested the Ruffwear Powder Hound on Lucy and Shelby. It’s warm, easy to use and good in snow, but armpit rubbing, limited rear coverage and the price keep it from being my top winter-coat pick.
Kurgo Loft Dog Jacket Review: What Is This Coat Actually For?
I tried the Kurgo Loft Dog Jacket on three different dogs. It was easy to use and stayed in place — but I ultimately stopped using it because I didn’t think it provided enough useful warmth or coverage.
The Ruffwear Climate Changer Dog Coat – An Honest Review
I tested the Ruffwear Climate Changer on Lucy. I love the close, snag-resistant fit and it’s great for cold, damp weather — but it sits in an awkward middle ground between a sweater, raincoat and proper winter coat.
GF Pet Puffer Review: Warm, Cute, But Is It Durable?
I tested a GF Pet puffer on both of my coonhounds. It’s genuinely warm and looks great, but after a year of woodland use, its limitations became pretty clear.
Pomppa ToppaPomppa Review: Warm, Simple and Brilliant for Layering
The ToppaPomppa is the warmest Pomppa coat we own: simple, weatherproof and particularly useful if you want room to layer in proper winter conditions.
Non-stop Dogwear Glacier 2.0 Review: An Honest Long-Term Test
I’ve used the Non-stop Dogwear Glacier 2.0 on Shelby for a couple of years. It’s genuinely warm, handles ugly weather well and layers brilliantly for bitter winter days.
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.