Sporty Striped Dog Hoodie

A heavy waterproof coat is the wrong answer for a dry, cold day. It traps heat on the walk back, it is stiff to move in, and most dogs would rather not wear one. What is usually wanted is a jumper: something that adds a layer of warmth, goes on in one movement and does not interfere with running about. That is the gap this fills, particularly for short-coated dogs who visibly stiffen in the first cold snap of the year.

The fabric is fleece-backed, so the outer face takes the wear while the brushed inner side holds a layer of warm air against the coat. Contrast stripes run down the sides for the sporty look, and there is a hood, which is mostly decorative on a dog but does keep the back of the neck covered when it is windy. It pulls on over the head and front legs, with weights running between roughly 130g and 250g depending on size, so even the largest is a light layer rather than a bulky one.

• Fleece-backed fabric for warmth without bulk
• Contrast stripe detailing down the sides
• Hooded sporty cut
• Available in blue, yellow and red
• Sizes 2XL through to 9XL
• Garment weight between 130g and 250g by size

On sizing, which matters here. Measure along the back from the base of the neck to the base of the tail and send us that figure before ordering, because 9XL on this scale is not what most people picture. The blue in the original name is only one of three colours, so check which is selected at checkout.

Who it's for: Owners of a medium or large short-coated dog who want a light warm layer for dry cold days rather than a full waterproof coat.