Best Dog Cooling Vest (Jan 2023 Update)

I added some leg straps and it solved the sliding issue. We went for a hike and played with a ball to really test it out and that's all that was needed. I put some small d-rings on the back (on either side of the blue-starting outwards from the grey at the base), and sewed the strap up near the front of the back legs. The straps are adjustable so we get a perfect fit for him, with lightweight clips for the d-rings to do up so the straps don't get stretched out over time and are easy to do up. Very comfy for him and a really quick fix. We love his cooling vest, it was such a good buy. It does it's job, fits perfectly, is comfy for him, light weight, stylish and the reflective is pretty handy too. I'm so happy I got it for him.Sara

Sizing is perfect, just followed the size guide provided. Looks adorable on my big rottie mix pup and has seriously helped with the hot summer weather. It protects most of his body from overheating due to the sun and his black fur. I've noticed that my pup can definitely tolerate being outside for longer when wearing this + his hot pavement booties. The material is easy to clean, we've worn it on hikes and its gotten dirty but washed away without issues. Overall, very happy with my first purchase from Canada Pooch – it arrived SO fast too. Going forward, I will definitely be buying all of my dogs gear from here.Chloe M.

He really loves this cooling vest, it seems to be making a pretty good difference for him. About the only thing I noticed is it slides to either side quit a bit (a lot of adjusting as we go) I'm not sure if leg straps would help with this. I may make some and see if it makes a good difference. I have it on snug but comfy, so it's not sliding from being lose, it just slides to one side or the other (the more active the more it slides). Sliding aside though it was well worth it. It fits him perfectly and does make a huge difference for him which is what inwas looking for. I would love to try the hat for him, he really struggles with the heat and his head heats up quick in the sun. The jacket does do its job, and he loves wearing it. I hope when I can get the hat it can make a difference for him there too.Sara G.

I think this cooling coat is very good, it certainly cools the dog and is so easy to use, just pop under a tap to saturate and wring out slightly before putting on your dog.Jenny R.

Great product! My dog gets hot when she hikes or runs , she has dark fur and she often refuses to drink water so I purchased the vest. It’s so easy and she stays cool !Lbrannon

Serious review here from real dog folks. Raise Siberian Huskies (20+ years). Cold beach environment most of the year and periodic warm So. Cal. desert environment part of the year. Whenever we are in the warmer temps the huskies are in their Core Cooling vests. Bottom line: the vests work. The dogs want to put them on. They remain cool. When the vests dry we simply soak and squeeze and replace. We are all good to go. Pack and pack-leaders are happy. What more do you need to know? Great product. Fair price. (And no, nobody asked me to post this.)Rjrmsr

My French Bulldog, Mofongo, gets overheated pretty quickly here in South Florida. This vest helps at the beach, boat, park and his agility training! It keeps him cool and refreshed to enjoy the outdoors. And he looks great in it!Lee B.

We used this easy-to-use vest for our hairy mini Aussie at Burro Creek in Arizona on a hot hot day. He was happy with it…didn't bug him…It was easy to use, simply soaked it in cold water…then put it on. We appreciated the ease and the fact that he accepted it! I recommend highly!!Laurie S.

I have ordered a size that has got ample amount of room for the measurements that my dog has. Despite this, I am disappointed that my ordered product is not even being able to get the zipper close to each other and there is not even close to be. So be careful with the dogs measurements and then the reality of the product as the product is not corresponding with the information.Lars

My Pom has such thick fluffy fur, and this works to help cool her down. She has a harness she wears for walks so she’s used to wearing something similar and was excited when I pulled it out (she thought she was going on a walk). She is a bit bigger than your average Pom at 11 lbs, and the size small works good for her with all the extra fluff. Kind of hard to zip with the fur but the flap under the zipper helps tramendously cut down on hair zipping…if fact the clips on her harness do much more damage when it comes to hair snagging. I’d put a picture of her wearing it but it won’t let me upload one! Over all good buy.Sfox

This coat is really nice. I love that it can be her harness, and eliminates the struggle of finding a good fit that her regular harness fits with. The color is gorgeous on my white pup. Very thankful for BaxterBoo's discounts, because this was pricey, IMO.carol27shore

My dog is 12 1/2 years old and has a double coat of thick black fur. He hates the hot summer weather, really slows down and pants excessively. I got him this cooling vest to help him be able to still enjoy being outside and take short walks even in the summer heat. It definitely seems to work! After getting it wet, I put it in the freezer for about 15 minutes, and then while on our walk, when I place my hand underneath the vest his fur is cool to the touch. He also really likes to lay outside in the backyard – I put it on him anytime he’s going to be outside. Very glad I discovered the Ruffwear Swamp Cooling vest for my fur baby.Kristen V.

We recently moved from PA to FL with our 70 lb golden/border collie mix who has a thick black coat. She is very active and loves to be outside but we couldn’t keep her out very long. We thought she was getting depressed. A friend told us about the swamp cooler vest and we bought one. Love it! We can take her on long walks and she can run and not get over heated. Her fur stays cool to the touch. Definitely would recommend this product! ThanksSusan M.

My lab has a thick neck and the large fit well everywhere but in the neck which rides a bit to high and tight. Otherwise, I love the concept and am using it as a spot cooling drape.Titan’s Mom

Nice quality product and great design. I got these in 3 different sizes for my 3 dogs. I'm happy to say i measured by comparing them to the same product on Canada pooch site and they all fut well. We've for a Boston Terrier, Bulldog mix and an English Bulldog. They look adorable in matching tie dye! I for this for the summer vacation and a long 9 hour car ride for my smooshy faced crew to keep them cool.JenG911

Our girl has black fur and walking in the heat usually ends up more resting than walking. Her new jacket helps keep her cool and looks great too. Definitely a good investment!Lilo Aussie

Bought this for our corgi pup to help her beat the heat during a couple of super hot and humid days. I measured her and went with what the size guide recommended and it fit her perfectly! Easy and quick to use, and I think it helped her keep cool for awhile (2-4 hours) before having to re-rinse in water or until the day cooled off. Beautiful, bright colour & great quality! Was going to buy from the Canada Pooch site, even with the discount code – Ren\'s was the priced a little less and we were able to do same day pick up vs waiting a week for shipping!Jen

The only reason I disnt give this all 5 stars is because the sizing seems to be off on this harness. I got the cooling harness and the life jacket from this company and the life jacket fits however this harness does not even come close. Its way smaller than I thought it would be. It seems spectacularly made though. Nice and thick and hols alot of water when tou submerge it. I know it will work reallt well. I just need to move up a couple sizes.Rose

So my older puppy smiley gets really hot and is a great walker. Usually doesn't need much guidance but we have new neighbors and where we have cats ourselves that Smiley snuggles with and even raised a few of them. The new neighbors let their cats out every day and night. (They have an outside kitty apartment and food and water. There is shade. Everything) my dogs are just not used to it. And Smiley goes to run after the strange cats…. so I got a harness. She had one before but it was hard to get in and out of with her arthritis. This one IS AMAZING!!!! It comes open on all four buckles. It's super adjustable and it being over 100 degrees in the pit of Missouri, she doesn't seem to get any warmer in this than if she wasn't wearing one. So now we can walk past the neighbors to the small forest and have her sniff-a-thons and I don't worry she is going to go after a cat and hut herself on a neck leash. Also there are reflective spots on this!!! It's padded really well but not over doing it so works with the heat. So good. There isn't one thing that could be better. Really like this harness.Smiley

This is a really neat invention for keeping your dog cool in the hot summer months. I ran it under cold water got it adjusted to fit my dog. I put it in her, but alas, it didnt fit. The last strap was not long enough to clip under her chest/ribcage area. She has a deep/long area, I read the sizing and the XXXL (X3) should have been big enough. I put it on her for a little bit unclasped, and it seems to keep her cool. She stopped panting as hard. I went over and felt the harness and it was still pretty cool. I gaelvr this 4 stars instead of 5 because of it not fitting. If it would have gone and extra 3 inches, it would have fit. The sizing guide said it would fit. It is well made and seems like it would be durable. It has good clasps and strong stitching. If this can fit your dog well, I would recommend it.Karat's Mom

Beautiful jacket. I Measured my Mastiff and according to the chart it said he would be a size 26. Unfortunately, it was a bit snug and I was unable to zip up both sides. He's a big Boy!! I like the fact that the front arm holes are big enough to not cause and chaffing and zipping the jacket from the top makes it easier to put on for me. Exchanging the jacket for a size 28 was seamless. Incredible customer service and the new jacket came within two days. Thank You so that Canada Pooch!! Oh did I mention my dog loves it. The vest is so well made and super warm for those cold winter days. Also, the nylon helps keep him dry and the snow doesn't stick to the jacket like a wool sweater would. Definitely recommend this vest!!!!Debra R.

I love those vest. It is easy to get on and off, fits my dog ( a Weimaraner) perfectly , keeps her warm and is standing up to almost daily running on city streets and in the woods. It is difficult to find a coat that fits because my dog is tall for her breed but very slim and I sometimes have to buy a greyhound coat to get enough length through the body. This vest fits her perfectly and it is insulated along both the back and stomach, keeping her warm even on long runs. My dog needs a well insulated coat because Weimaraners have so little fur. Also, the coat comes on off so easily and the zippers along each side of the back don’t catch. It also looks great on my dog- she gets tons of compliments wearing it. The only constructive suggestion: extra reflective piping or patches to increase visibility in the dark would be a great add! Thank you Canada Pooch!Jill D.

I have purchased several C. P. products and this is probably my favorite. It is not only stylish and very warm but also easy to put on and take off due to the dual zippers. The neck toggle can be tightened to help keep the cold air out. I have had trouble with sizing of some other C. P. garments because they're either too short or too big in the chest, but this one fits my long, slender dog very well. The zippered harness slit provides easy access for attaching the leash and is long enough to allow me to use either of two different harnesses that have the rings in different positions.David E.

My wife and I love hiking and camping with our Olde English Bulldogge. Because of his breed we always have to be conscious about keeping him cool. This a great product to help with that. We can definitely tell a difference when he?s wearing it. Less panting and more energetic. It does dry out on hot days quickly so having extra water is something that you?ll need to plan for. Overall it?s a great tool to help with keeping your dog cool.Austin H

I got it for my senior dog who is in hospice. She has nasal cancer, kidney disease, and high blood pressure. She loves long trail walks, but the heat is dangerous for her, so we've been walking in early morning combined with trying things like the swamp cooler. It does work well–at the end of the walk the area under the jacket is cool to the touch–but the sizing is strange. It's only adjustable in one spot, so there's no real way to make sure the part that goes over her chest fits closely; it just kind of hangs there and irritates her. The next size down would have been too small. It's a great idea and a great quality jacket, I just wish it were more adjustable.Princess Josephine

Our dog (border collie) was between sizes. The correct size for length gave a girth size just on the borderline between small and medium; a lesser girth size, which would have fitted well, gave a back length about 4" shorter.. We chose the larger size; it does give the body coverage we wanted; the securing straps are pretty much fully tightened to get the girth secure – so not a lot of leeway in terms of sizing. In terms of the product itself, it seems very well designed and manufactured; materials used seem substantial. All buckles and straps are hidden so risk of catching them on anything (like agility equipment) is very low. We used the vest in terms of cooling off after agility; getting into a hot car at the start of a journey and dog walking in temperatures in the high 20's. All have a significant impact on keeping the dog cool or, if hot, cooling him down much faster than otherwise. The best test was yesterday when walking mid afternoon in high temperatures. When the walk and play was over, the dog was panting but only as much as if it had been a spring day. 15 minutes in the cool of the house and he was totally back to normal. In terms of use, we are finding the easy way is to keep an extra water bottle in the car and pore its content onto the vest at the start of the walk. 500ml is adequate; 750ml gives it a good soaking. There's not much squeezing to be done (it held the content well) and the vest seems to work to about an hour. It also seems to dry quite quickly once the walk is over. Yes, it is silver grey and it will pick up/show grit/dirt if the dog lies down on loose ground with the vest on but it either just knocks off or, as has happened once when there were grass stains, a quick wash brought it back to new. I've noticed that some other dog walkers give sideways looks at the dog wondering why he is wearing a coat in such hot weather – they're usually intrigued when they find out for the first time its purposeRobin J.

I dip the bandana in cold water and put it on my girl when it's hot outside. I was skeptical that it would stay cool, but it does! I bought a medium for my French Bulldog and it was WAY too big. I was really bummed because it was super cute, but I made it work. I cut it to a smaller size that would fit my girl, sewed the sides I had cut back together, and sewed velcro on it; it fits her like a glove now! I really wish it didn't come with just one snap button to put it on your dog… this needs to be able to be sizable to the dog. For example, put 3 snap buttons so it can adjust to different sizes or make it so it can tie around the dog's neck.Kaitlyn H.

We love the Cooling Bandana. The weather can be very hot and humid in NYC. We used it a couple of weeks ago when the temperature hit 90 degrees. It kept my pooch cool and comfortable and lasted a long time. Plus it looks so fashionable. I strongly recommend it. So does Kazara my 6 year old Beagle rescue. Woof!!Denise L.

Super cute popsicle print makes this bandana an adorable addition to our dog's "wardrobe". More importantly, when soaked first in cold water and then wrung out, the innovative mesh material makes our small dog more comfortable by keeping the back of her neck cool — just as it works in humans! A single-star deduction because we couldn't figure out how to tie the ends in the tidy fold technique shown on the packaging…perhaps we should have purchased a size up (M) so we'd have enough fabric to fold it properly? Thankfully Canada Pooch included a basic snap closure for us simpletons 😉Betsy K.

My wife and I love hiking and camping with our Olde English Bulldogge. Because of his breed we always have to be conscious about keeping him cool. This a great product to help with that. We can definitely tell a difference when he?s wearing it. Less panting and more energetic. It does dry out on hot days quickly so having extra water is something that you?ll need to plan for. Overall it?s a great tool to help with keeping your dog cool.Austin H

I got it for my senior dog who is in hospice. She has nasal cancer, kidney disease, and high blood pressure. She loves long trail walks, but the heat is dangerous for her, so we've been walking in early morning combined with trying things like the swamp cooler. It does work well–at the end of the walk the area under the jacket is cool to the touch–but the sizing is strange. It's only adjustable in one spot, so there's no real way to make sure the part that goes over her chest fits closely; it just kind of hangs there and irritates her. The next size down would have been too small. It's a great idea and a great quality jacket, I just wish it were more adjustable.Princess Josephine

Our dog (border collie) was between sizes. The correct size for length gave a girth size just on the borderline between small and medium; a lesser girth size, which would have fitted well, gave a back length about 4" shorter.. We chose the larger size; it does give the body coverage we wanted; the securing straps are pretty much fully tightened to get the girth secure – so not a lot of leeway in terms of sizing. In terms of the product itself, it seems very well designed and manufactured; materials used seem substantial. All buckles and straps are hidden so risk of catching them on anything (like agility equipment) is very low. We used the vest in terms of cooling off after agility; getting into a hot car at the start of a journey and dog walking in temperatures in the high 20's. All have a significant impact on keeping the dog cool or, if hot, cooling him down much faster than otherwise. The best test was yesterday when walking mid afternoon in high temperatures. When the walk and play was over, the dog was panting but only as much as if it had been a spring day. 15 minutes in the cool of the house and he was totally back to normal. In terms of use, we are finding the easy way is to keep an extra water bottle in the car and pore its content onto the vest at the start of the walk. 500ml is adequate; 750ml gives it a good soaking. There's not much squeezing to be done (it held the content well) and the vest seems to work to about an hour. It also seems to dry quite quickly once the walk is over. Yes, it is silver grey and it will pick up/show grit/dirt if the dog lies down on loose ground with the vest on but it either just knocks off or, as has happened once when there were grass stains, a quick wash brought it back to new. I've noticed that some other dog walkers give sideways looks at the dog wondering why he is wearing a coat in such hot weather – they're usually intrigued when they find out for the first time its purposeRobin J.

Good quality and works well, BUT the ice doesn't last as long as the manufacturer states. Maybe 45 minutes to an hour. I bought a second ser of ice panels. And a water vest to keep in the ice chest for after the ice is gone. But is definitely worth having. Just wish it was cheaper.chiroman1953

The gaiter we got from RuffWear was a bit big for Mr. Toad, so we found a local store and got him a size down. I took this one and use it as a cooling headband for desert trips or while our home was without AC in the 100+ degree weather. Paired with the cooling vest, it really helps Toad regulate his temperature in the extreme heat, but don't let it dry out!Claire S.

I had a cheap version of this from Target in the past and was waiting for Ruffwear to make a similar product – knowing my dogs didn't need a full Swamp Cooler coat for summer days in the city. These stay cool for hours! We'll use them on walks or when we're lounging in the backyard. It definitely decreases the amount of panting, and our dogs can handle being outside longer.Tamara W.

Now that it's June, it's getting hotter and I am worried about our two puppies being uncomfortable or even overheating. This pad is remarkable! Just the weight of the dog causes the pad to become cool. The dogs love it! Even though it cools off in the evening, I move the pad to their bed at night so they sleep much better. We have two toy poodle pups, so I bought a LARGE size pad so they could both use it and have plenty of room. I also bought the pad cover as well, and it is a finely woven cloth, very similar to nice pillowcase. This is a great product that I would recommend to anyone who has a dog and lives in a warm climate!!Karee W.

This cooling pad is a must have, especially if you live in the warmer cimate areas. Here in Texas, when the dogs come in after playing, this is the first place they go. It instantly starts cooling when they lay on it. We got the biggest size and both our Dutch Shepherds share it. It's very portable and you even fits on top of thier bed as a topper. The cover even matches our home decor. Don't get those knock offs to save a bit of money; get the real thing and you won't be disappointed. I'm very happy with this product.KSM

I’m pleased (and relieved) to report that my very particular English Labrador has rated her Cool Pad with a big Paws Up. When it arrived she didn’t want to go near it. “What IS this? WHY do I need to lay down on it? Is this some sort of trick? Am I going to have to walk around this now? If you like it so much, you lay on it” … etc. The wonderfully helpful people at the Green Pet Shop suggested if she is particular about texture, I might try getting a cover. That did the trick! I didn’t even realize they sold covers. Yes, you can make one, but theirs fits absolutely perfectly and I’m sure it will keep it in even better condition. The cover is thin and does not affect the cooling process. Because it fits the pad perfectly, it doesn’t slide around. What a difference! She walked over and got right on it. I nearly fell over. The Extra Large Cool Pad is plenty big enough for my 90 lb. girl. Everybody’s cool and happy now. Yay!S.G.

Väldigt bra storlekar och gör vad den ska. Vår hund som flåsade och flämtade nästintill hela dagarna under värmeböljorna ligger nu och sover lugnt. Känns dock att det bör finnas bättre alternativ med bättre teknologi men det finns väl inte än. Då funkar dennaI

Koiran käytös helteessä muuttui ihan silmissä pirteäksi. Meidän parivaljakko kiittää. Toimitusnoli nopea kuin ajatus. Siitä 10 pistettä myös 😊👌Miia

My dog Tucker is 15 lbs and is a freezie cat. I put it on him he loved it. When it warmed up on him he did not want it off. We will be doing some UTV riding so this will help.Bill K.

Love the heated dog jacket for our senior pup. She loves to take walks daily but sometimes it's cold and windy. We put the heated jacket on and she loves it.Sharon K.

Väldigt bra storlekar och gör vad den ska. Vår hund som flåsade och flämtade nästintill hela dagarna under värmeböljorna ligger nu och sover lugnt. Känns dock att det bör finnas bättre alternativ med bättre teknologi men det finns väl inte än. Då funkar dennaI

Koiran käytös helteessä muuttui ihan silmissä pirteäksi. Meidän parivaljakko kiittää. Toimitusnoli nopea kuin ajatus. Siitä 10 pistettä myös 😊👌Miia