Dogs Love snow!

Dogs cant get enough of playing in the snow.  There is something funny & endearing about watching your dog experience snow for the first time.  Some jump back in surprise, and others dive right in and roll around in it.  Our Wire Fox Terrier gets the snow zoomies and runs around us in circles at top speed.  
Keeping your dog warm in the winter is an important factor in their enjoyment of the season.  If you are cold, they can be also.  Some dogs like greyhounds can hardly manage a few minutes in the cold, while huskies and other northern breeds revel in it.  Make sure you have the proper gear to keep your dog warm in the winter, and don't leave them outside in the cold for long periods of time.  Dogs like Dobermans and whippets who do not have a lot of body fat can suffer from frostbite on their ears and body.

What to look for when searching for canine winter attire?  I always hunt for quality products.  While they may be more expensive they will outlast the cheap stuff every time.  Dogs are hard on their gear...you need products that will stand up.

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Winter Gear Guide

The Horseware Ireland brand of Rambo Dog coats are both affordable, stylish, and fit very well!  This has been my go- to dog coat for many seasons.  The Striped Polar Fleece coat is great for brief jaunts outside, it doesn't pill and is machine washable. It is best under the winter coat, or on a day where it is not rainy or very snowy.  I adore this blanket but it is not waterproof and can get quite dirty if they roll. The green winter blanket is made of the same rip-stop material as the horse blankets, it is waterproof and breathable. With the velcro closure and belly band they are super easy to get on and off. I give both 5 star ratings!

The 5A Baker Dog Coat is available in both an all season and a lined winter version.  These are very popular with the horsey set as they are made with the ever popular Baker fabric...of Baker horse blanket fame.This fabric is warm, incredibly durable, machine washable and the spectacular fit cannot be denied.  These blankets are not waterproof, but they seem to handle the damp weather quite well. Beware of imitations. The real Baker blanket will have the red horse label attached. (Not the best fit for greyhound types.)
For style, fit & quality 4.5 stars!

The Chilly Dog Coat 
This coat is excellent for breeds like Doberman's Greyhounds and Lurcher types as it fits their tucked up conformation and keeps their neck warm as well.
Chilly Dogs® is a small Canadian company who is dedicated to using only North American fleece and materials. They employ local sewers paying them Canadian wages. If you are looking for Canadian owned & made...this is the dog coat for you! While the other companies above make horse blankets, and dog coats are their sideline; Chilly Dogs are solely a dog company, and as such can create top quality coats to fit breeds the other companies may not be geared towards.
Chilly Dogs also sells a head/ear warmer to keep you pampered canine warm & dry.
MY TOP PICK! 5.5 STARS**

Muttluks- Boots for Dogs
I used these boots all the time with our German Wirehaired Pointer.  He had an accident at a young age and dragged his one foot.  WE used the unlined boots 3 season and the lined winter version in the winter...he could run like crazy through the bush and they always stayed on.  I did not find them waterproof...but not many boots can stand up to a bush dog like the GWP.  
These boots are Canadian made and top quality.
Self-tightening straps provide a secure fit
   -Reflective straps for nighttime visibility
   -Genuine leather soles for a soft flexible fit
   -Comfortable adjustable stretchy leg cuff
   -Machine washable
5 stars