Dog coats and harnesses
Coats and harnesses get grouped together here because a lot of dogs wear both on the same walk — a waterproof layer against the weather and a harness to clip the lead to, rather than the collar. They solve different problems, so it's worth thinking about them separately even when you're buying both at once.
What's in this part of the shop
On the coat side, our range runs from lightweight fleece-lined layers to fully waterproof raincoats with a reflective finish, plus a few coats built with a harness ring or an integrated harness already sewn in for dogs who find separate straps fiddly. Sizes generally run from extra small up to larger builds, so measure before you buy rather than guessing from your dog's weight alone.
On the harness side, we carry padded vest-style harnesses, mesh harnesses for warmer weather, and no-pull designs like the Halti, which redirect a dog's pulling rather than tightening around the throat the way a collar can under strain.
How to choose between them, and how to size
A coat is about warmth and staying dry — worth it for short-coated, older or smaller dogs in particular, who lose heat faster than a thick-coated breed. A harness is about control and comfort on the lead, and is generally kinder on the neck than a collar for a dog who pulls, though it doesn't replace training for pulling itself.
For sizing either one, measure your dog rather than relying on breed name — chest girth for a harness, and length from collar to base of tail plus a rough chest measurement for a coat. A too-tight harness can rub under the front legs, and a too-loose one is a dog that can back out of it, so check the fit properly once it arrives rather than assuming the size chart got it right first time.
In this section
Everything below is in stock with us, priced with delivery worked out, and packed and posted by hand in the UK.
Dog Sports Jacket For Medium & Large Breeds, Warm Coat
A sleek zip-up sports jacket with full leg sleeves and reflective trim, designed to keep medium and large dogs warm and dry on cold-weather walks. Easy-fit and snug at the cuffs.
From£24.99
Padded Pet Coat in Pink or White with Full Size Chart, XS to 2XL
A padded pink or white coat with a published size chart running from a 20cm to a 45cm back, so you can measure your dog and order the right size first time.
From£11.99
Reindeer Four-Leg Padded Dog Coat, Arctic Velvet, XS to XXL
A double-padded four-leg suit in Arctic velvet that covers the belly and inner thighs, which is where a thin-coated dog actually loses most of its heat.
From£11.99
Four-Leg Padded Dog Coat in Pink Coral Velvet, Sizes S to 2XL
Coral velvet gives warmth without bulk, which makes this the four-leg suit for damp autumn afternoons and cold houses rather than for deep midwinter fields.
£12.99
Waterproof Reflective Dog Coat
A lightweight waterproof dog coat with reflective piping to keep your dog dry and seen on rainy walks.
From£11.99
Thickened Water-Resistant Winter Dog Coat for Greyhounds and Larger Breeds
A thickened winter coat cut for the long body and narrow chest of a greyhound, doberman or labrador, offered in green or red and in five sizes from small to 2XL.
From£24.99
Hooded Fleece Winter Pet Coat
A soft hooded fleece coat with contrast trim and drawstring hood, made to keep cats and small dogs warm indoors and out. The lightweight wrap design slips on easily and traps body heat on cold days.
From£14.99
Ancol Stormguard Dog Coat Pink
Ancol Stormguard Dog Coat Pink is listed in our dog clothing range for dogs. The page brings together the available option labels and the product facts that can be checked, so unsupported claims are left out.
£21.99
Ancol Stormguard Coat Choc
Ancol Stormguard Coat Choc is listed in our dog clothing range for dogs. The page brings together the available option labels and the product facts that can be checked, so unsupported claims are left out.
£20.79
Ancol Stromguard Coat
Ancol Stromguard Coat is listed in our dog clothing range for dogs. The page brings together the available option labels and the product facts that can be checked, so unsupported claims are left out.
From£26.79
Ancol Quilted Hound Coat
Ancol Quilted Hound Coat is listed in our dog clothing range for dogs. The page brings together the available option labels and the product facts that can be checked, so unsupported claims are left out.
From£26.25
Fur-Collar Cape Coat for Dogs
A smart camel cape-style coat with a soft faux-fur collar, button detail and a secure under-belly strap. The fleece-lined back keeps small dogs warm and looking dapper on chilly walks.
£21.99
Common questions
- Should my dog wear a harness instead of a collar?
- Many owners prefer a harness for lead walks because it spreads pressure across the chest rather than the throat, which matters most for a dog who pulls or has a sensitive neck. A collar is still useful for ID tags and is not something a harness needs to replace entirely.
- Does my dog need a coat if they have a thick coat already?
- Often not for warmth, though a waterproof layer can still help keep a long or thick coat from getting soaked and heavy on a wet walk, which takes longer to dry at home. Short-coated, older, or very small dogs benefit from a coat's warmth the most.
- How do I know if a harness fits properly?
- You should be able to fit two flat fingers between the straps and your dog's body at the chest and girth, with no rubbing under the front legs once your dog moves. If it slides around or your dog can back out of it, it's the wrong size or the wrong style for their build.
- Can a coat be worn under a harness?
- Yes, most coats and harnesses are designed to be worn together, though it's worth checking the fit with both on rather than assuming — a coat adds bulk that can change how a harness sits. Some of our coats have a built-in harness ring specifically to avoid layering two separate pieces.
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Written by Matt Garnett, who runs Giddy Pets and is a lifelong pet owner — not a vet. This is general information, not veterinary advice, and it cannot replace an examination by the vet who knows your animal. How we write these guides.