The Perfect Dog Coat what makes the ideal dog coat? That depends on what your dog will need. You need to factor in your dog and lifestyle. First, identify the factors that are crucial to you.
Warmth and Wearability
Beyond your key personal requirements, the most important factors you should be looking for are warmth and wearability. Warmth in a dog coat this is similar to warmth in a human winter coat. The amount of body heats the coat retains depends on the materials used and the number of layers. Layers retain body heat, as do puffy pockets of air. For warmth, a good option is a puffer coat. Puffer coats come in down filled and a variety of man-made fillings that are just as warm. Look for a water-resistant or waterproof outer layer to keep your dog dry. A polyester or breathable polyurethane outer shell is a good choice for protection against the elements. Wearability refers to your dog’s ability to comfortably move around and attain full range of motion in the coat. No matter how adorable the coat looks on your dog, if it doesn’t properly fit and protect his organs from the cold, it isn’t doing its job.
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