Short-coated and small dogs lose heat quickly, and the ones who shiver at the front door tend to be the ones needing a proper layer rather than a token one. Quilted padding across the back and sides does the work here, with a plush faux-fur collar around the neck, which is the spot heat escapes from first and the spot where most simple coats stop short.

Poppers do the fastening, a practical choice for dogs who dislike the ripping sound of hook-and-loop or the fuss of a zip near their fur. The quilting holds the filling evenly in place so it does not migrate down to the hem after a few washes, leaving a warm hem and a cold back. The shape slips over the back rather than needing legs threaded through, so getting out of the door does not turn into a wrestling match on a cold morning.

• Quilted padded body for cold-weather warmth
• Plush faux-fur collar around the neck
• Popper fastening, with no zips or hook-and-loop
• Sizes S to XXL, in pink or grey
• Packed weight 140g to 180g depending on size

It is a warmth layer, not a rain coat. A minority of dogs also object to fur sitting against the throat; if yours dislikes anything at the neck, a plain-collared coat will get far more use.

Who it's for: Small and medium dogs who feel the cold on dry winter walks, and owners who want something quick to put on and take off.