Winter Gear Recommendations

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Dog Sweaters & Coats

  • dog wearing red sweater

    Microfiber Stretch Fleece

    Buy for $22-30

    • no straps or zippers

    • pullover

    • 4 colors

    • fits girths 11-35 inches

  • blue dog sweater

    Turtleneck Microfiber Stretch Fleece

    Buy for $26-30

    • pullover

    • sleeves & turtleneck for extra warmth

    • 3 colors

    • fits girths 11-17 inches

  • dog wearing purple sweater

    Zip Up Microfiber Fleece

    Buy for $30-32

    • double-layered microfiber fleece

    • step in & zip up back

    • 4 colors

    • fits girths 11-22 inches

  • green dog sweater

    Climate Changer Fleece Vest

    Buy for $60

    • side-release buckles

    • also available as a jacket & coverall

    • back leash portal

    • recycled fleece, 3 colors

    • fits girths 13-42 inches

  • yellow dog sweater

    Warming Midlayer Coat

    Buy for $72

    • pullover

    • overlapping bib = more freedom of movement

    • 3 cinchable points of adjustability

    • fits back lengths 9-27 inches, 2 colors

  • overall dog sweater

    Midlayer Overall

    Buy for $72-109

    • step in & zip across side

    • adjustable leg openings

    • 4 cinchable points of adjustability

    • fits back lengths 9-26 inches

  • dog overall suit

    Protector Suit

    Buy for $85

    • step in & zip up back

    • customizable openings & adjustable cuffs

    • all season protection from snow, mud, burrs, ticks

    • fits back lengths 11-24 inches

  • green dog coat

    Overcoat Fuse Insulated Vest

    Buy for $100

    • side-release buckles

    • built-in harness (front & back leash clips)

    • weather & abrasion-resistant shell

    • 2 small zipper pockets

    • fits girths 13-42 inches, 3 colors

  • red dog coat

    Powder Hound Waterproof Insulated Vest

    Buy for $100

    • side-release buckles

    • also available as a jacket & coverall

    • back leash portal

    • water & wind-proof + high warmth

    • fits girths 13-42 inches, 3 colors

  • brick red dog coat

    Extreme Warmer 3

    Buy for $106

    • side-release buckles

    • back leash portal

    • waterproof & rated for 20 to -20 F

    • fits back lengths 9-27 inches, 4 colors

  • coverall dog coat

    Extreme Overall

    Buy for $116

    • step in & zip across side

    • back leash portal

    • adjustable leg openings

    • 3 cinchable adjustment points

    • fits back lengths 9-27 inches, 2 colors

  • blue dog jacket

    Glacier Jacket 3

    Buy for $110-120

    • side-release buckles

    • lightweight & breathable insulation

    • 2 leash openings

    • 4 points of adjustability

    • fits back lengths 10-35 inches, 3 colors

Dog Boots

Less important for warmth; use paw protection for walking on heavily salted pavement, icy surfaces, or rocky treks.

  • jar of musher's secret

    Musher's Secret

    Buy for $25

    • for dogs who won’t wear shoes

    • natural waxes

    • nontoxic

  • several simple dog boots

    330 Denier Codura Booties

    Buy for $3.30 per boot

    • lightweight, breathable

    • prevent snow build-up between toes

    • not waterproof, perform best on snow

    • will wear out on abrasive surfaces

  • simple pair of dog boots

    500 Denier Cordura Booties

    Buy for $3.70 per boot

    • coated in nylon

    • slightly heavier than the 330

    • keep out mud, salt, & other debris

    • will eventually wear out on abrasive surfaces

  • orange simple dog boot

    1000 Denier Cordura Booties

    Buy for $3.70 per boot

    • heavier-coated nylon than the 500

    • water-resistant

    • hold up well on sidewalks & rough terrain

    • will eventually wear out on abrasive surfaces

  • pair of yellow technical dog boots

    Summit Trex Dog Shoes

    Buy for $30 per pair

    • all-season protection

    • weather-resistant & lightweight

    • rubber outsole provides traction & protection

  • four black dog boots

    Soft Shield Boots

    Buy 4 boots for $65

    • secure with adjustable velcro strap & higher toggle

    • warm & water-resistant

    • rubber outsole for grip

  • husky wearing dog boots with suspenders

    Suspender Dog Boots

    Buy 4 boots for $70

    • adjustable & all connected

    • extended leg coverage

    • water-resistant fabric & rubber outsole

  • pair of black technical dog boots

    Grip Trex Dog Boots

    Buy for $50 per pair

    • all-season protection

    • breathable while still keeping debris out

    • vibram outsole provides flexible traction

  • pair of black technical dog boots

    Polar Trex Winter Boots

    Buy for $65 per pair

    • stretch pullover ankle gaiters

    • wind & waterproof

    • winter-specific outsole for confident traction

For delivering treats in the cold:

  • reusable silicone baby food pouch

    3.5 oz Squeasy Snacker

    Buy for $13

    • 3.5 oz easily fits in a pocket

    • also available in 6 & 16 oz

    • fill with nut butter, whipped cream cheese, baby food, pâté-style canned dog food, etc.

    • cut richer food with pumpkin puree, applesauce, water, etc.

    • my go-to solution

  • several prepackaged pouches of dog treats

    Bark Pouches

    Buy for $8-9 per pouch

    • 50- & 90-gram (~1.8 & 3.2 oz) pouches

    • ~100-300 kcal/pouch

    • great novelty for vet visits

    • beef/liver & sardines/cream cheese seem most popular!

  • prepacked dog treat pouch by a 6-pack

    Rigby Essentials Pouches

    Buy a 6-pack for $40

    • available in beef, chicken, & salmon

    • about $6.67 & 60-110 kcal/3.5oz pouch

    • must be bought as 6-packs

    • customizable subscriptions save money

  • pouch of prepackaged dog treat sits by a 6-pack

    Rigby Targeted Pouches

    Buy a 6-pack for $45

    • recipes to support gut health, skin/coat, & hip/joint

    • about $7.50 & 50-80 kcal/3.5 oz pouch

    • human-grade limited ingredients

    • safely feed up to one full pouch per day

  • nine different baby food recipe pouches

    Meat-Based Baby Food Pouches

    Available locally at most grocery stores
    Buy a 12-pack online for $54

    • about $4.50 & 80-100 cal/3.5 oz pouch (Serenity Kids)

    • limited, human-grade ingredients

    • double-check that all ingredients are dog-safe

  • pair of rechargable hand warmers

    Rechargable Hand Warmers (any brand)

    • widely available online & usually can be found locally

    • keep these in your pockets ± gloves/mittens

    • game-changing & essential in my opinion!

  • khaki colored insulated hand muff

    Insulated Hand Muff (any brand)

    • widely available online & usually can be found locally

    • ± hand warmers inside & gloves/mittens

    • like warm pockets, nice for quick dexterity

    • you can keep treats in the muff, too!

  • pair of grey fingerless gloves

    Fingerless Wool Fishing Gloves

    Buy for $26

    • grippy & high-stretch

    • best light & high-dexterity option, in my opinion

    • great with hand warmers in your pockets!

  • black convertible ice-fishing gloves

    Convertible Thinsulate Ice Fishing Gloves

    Buy for $40

    • water & wind-resistant softshell

    • magnetic flip-top design

    • grippy & reflective

    • functional, but I’ve worn out a couple pairs

  • black convertible mittens

    Flip Top Insulated Ice Fishing Mittens

    Buy for $80

    • premium warmth & performance

    • magnetic flip-top design

    • my choice on the coldest days, ± hand warmers