Fleece earns its place in a dog's wardrobe for one reason: it holds warm air against the coat without adding weight, so a dog who resents a heavy padded coat will often tolerate a jumper without complaint. This one has a hood and ribbed cuffs, and comes in a tie-dye finish considerably louder than the navy quilted thing everyone else at the park is wearing.

The ribbing at the cuffs is the practical detail. A plain fleece sleeve rides up the leg and bunches at the shoulder within a few minutes of walking, whereas ribbing grips and holds the sleeve where you put it. The hood does the same job at the other end, sitting close enough to keep wind off the neck and ears. This is a warm layer rather than a waterproof one, so it does its best work on cold dry days.

• Soft fleece for cold-weather warmth
• Tie-dye finish in green or pink
• Ribbed cuffs to stop the sleeves riding up
• Snug hood over the neck and head
• Sizes from L up to 9XL
• Garment weight between 310g and 380g depending on size

On colour and on sizing. Sizes run L to 9XL on a chart that bears no relation to UK clothing. Measure your dog's back from collar to tail base and their chest girth, send us both, and we will tell you which size to take.

Who it's for: Medium and larger dogs who feel the cold on dry days, with owners who would rather their dog were seen coming.