Dog Raincoat - Dog Raincoat - Keep 'em Warm and Safe

Our website is designed to give you the information you need to make good choices and find good deals on a dog raincoat for your canine friend.

A dog raincoat is not only a cute dog clothing accessory, but is very important for maintaning your dog's health and well-being. Raincoats for dogs are a necessity to ward off the dangers of wet weather. In addition, dog raincoats help reduce that wet dog smell by reducing the amount of moisture that can reach your dog's coat.

Warm sweaters are made from efficient insulating materials like cotton and wool and will hold in your pet's body heat in the cold of the winter. For very small dogs, especially the hairless ones, consider buying two sweaters: a bulky, heavy one for outside and a lighter one for drafts and cold spots indoors. These sweaters can also be purchased with a scarf to add a little flair with the warmth.

If you live in a warmer climate, consider a waterproof shell instead of a lined raincoat. The issue is not so much warmth as it is avoiding that wet dog smell by keeping much of the dog's coat dry.

Waterproof reflective dog jackets help motorists and pedestrians spot your pet and avoid them. Choose a raincoat with a light bright color like yellow or orange to help your dog be seen both day and night.

Dog raincoats can cost as little as $20 and range up into the hundreds. High grade materials such as Gore-Tex can add to the cost but less expensive materials are quite adequate for the job. Pay close attention to the fasteners (often they are velcro) to be sure the placement and number ensure a close fit that does not shift around while in use.

In preparation for choosing your dog's sweater, carefully take four measurements: (1) from the base of your pet's neck to the base of the tail (careful, not too long or the sweater will get soiled), (2) neck circumference just above the shoulders, (3) chest circumference right behind the front legs, and (4) the width of the chest between the front legs. Jot the measurements down and you'll be ready to look through all the wonderful and fun choices for dog's sweaters.

Dog Raincoat and Other Dog Clothing for Your Canine Friend