Rebarkable Reviews

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The ToppaPomppa is the warmest Pomppa coat we own: simple, weatherproof and particularly useful if you want room to layer in proper winter conditions.

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.

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: I compare the two rain shells I use on my own hounds, including waterproofing, harness access, durability, movement and value.