Your dog may have been born with a beautiful coat of fur, but that doesn’t mean they wouldn’t appreciate having options in their wardrobe.
When the weather gets rough, a canine coat is the perfect thing to help your dog stay warm and dry. And when they come back inside, you won’t have to clean them so much before letting them run around with their toys or take a nap in their bed.
As the pet fashion market continues to grow, the options for good (and bad) dog coats increase year after year. Finding the right one for your furry friend requires some digging, so we sniffed out the best of the best for you and your mutt.
Whether you want an extra-warm winter coat for your pooch or just something thin and weather-resistant to throw on when it’s raining, you’ll have plenty to choose from, available at trusted pet stores and larger retailers.
If you’re still working on your holiday shopping, these dog jackets all make thoughtful gifts for the pet parents in your life. Scroll to check out all our picks — and see cute dog pics! — or click the section links below to shop by category.
- Best Dog Coat Overall
- Best Dog Raincoat
- Best Winter Dog Coat
- Best Dog Coat with Harness
- Best Puffer Dog Coat
- Best Sweater Dog Coat
- Best Dog Coat for Small Dogs
- Best Dog Coat for Big Dogs
- Best Full-Body Dog Coat
- Best Designer Dog Coat
Best Dog Coat Overall
Ruffwear Swamp Cooler Cooling Dog Vest
- Sizes: 6 size options, XXS to XL
- Closure style: plastic clip
- Washability: machine washable
- Extra features: rated for UPF 50+ sun protection
A great dog coat should be versatile, and this one takes the cake because it doubles as both a warming and cooling clothing item. Put it on your dog on cold days for some added warmth, and on hot days during the summer, you can soak this coat in water and it will keep your dog cool through evaporation. It’s easy to put on, thanks to its side clips, it has a slot to reach your dog’s harness and it’s a lighter color, which improves visibility. A real win-win-win for functionality, ease-of-use and safety.
Best Dog Raincoat
Lands’ End Dog Rain Jacket
- Sizes: 5 size options, XS to XL
- Closure style: velcro straps
- Washability: machine washable
- Extra features: reflective trim
A polyester and spandex shell prevents rain from seeping through, while the jersey cotton lining keeps your pup warm. This model has a slot on the back so you can clip onto a harness and a velcro pocket for storage. Plus, it’s got that classic yellow raincoat color.
Best Winter Dog Coat
RC Pet Tundra Fleece Dog Coat
- Sizes: 12 size options, sizes 8 through 30
- Closure style: velcro straps
- Washability: not specified
- Extra features: storm flap traps warm air
Two layers of fleece provide excellent insulation to keep your dog warm on cold days. A zippered slot on the top gives you access to their harness, and the velcro fastening system on the underside is much easier to operate than other fleece dog coats (which use snap buttons or zippers to close).
Best Dog Coat with Harness
Ruffwear Overcoat Fuse Dog Jacket
- Sizes: 6 size options, XXS to XL
- Closure style: plastic clip
- Washability: machine washable
- Extra features: zippered side pockets
This doggie jacket has harness attachments both on the back and chest, giving you two options for clipping a leash to your dog. It uses a large plastic clip with an adjustable strap to stay secure, so putting it on and taking it off is easy, and reflective piping along the edges improves visibility at night.
Best Puffer Dog Coat
GF Pet Super Puff Insulated Dog Parka
- Sizes: 5 size options, S to XXL
- Closure style: velcro straps
- Washability: machine washable
- Extra features: rear adjustable straps for a snug fit
A nylon shell helps repel rain and snow, and a thick, pillowy filling creates a cozy and warm situation for your pooch. The game-changing feature of this dog coat is the elastic band that makes fitting it around your dog’s front legs super easy.
Best Sweater Dog Coat
Christian Cowan x Maxbone Jumper
- Sizes: 5 size options, S to XXL
- Closure style: pull-over
- Washability: hand wash
- Extra features: covered in feathers!
In addition to helping your dog stay warm, this sweater emphasizes their natural cuteness and makes them the life of the party. Stretchy knit collars around the neck and leg holes make this sweater relatively easy to put on, and the five bright color options are too fun to pass up. This sweater was made popular by “Real Housewives” alum Noella Bergener, who styled it on her dog, but it will look even better on your pup.
Best Dog Coat for Small Dogs
FurHaven Reversible Reflective Puffer Dog Coat
- Sizes: 5 size options, XS to XL
- Closure style: velcro straps
- Washability: machine washable
- Extra features: reversible to show off reflective layer
With their tiny bodies and skinny legs, small dogs can have trouble staying inside their coats. This design that straps around the front helps with that issue and even lets you adjust the fit by overlapping the velcro flaps more or less. Plus, it’s water-repellant and has a zippered slot for connecting the leash to their harness.
Best Dog Coat for Big Dogs
Kurgo Loft Reversible Insulated Dog Quilted Coat
- Sizes: 5 size options, XS to XL
- Closure style: velcro straps
- Washability: machine washable
- Extra features: reflective trim
This straightforward dog coat has everything your big pup needs: quilted insulation, reversible layers, a zippered slot for harness access and a water-resistant exterior. The large velcro flap on the side makes putting this coat on your dog easy, and depending on how tightly you secure it, you can leave room underneath to layer on a dog sweater.
Best Full-Body Dog Coat
Hurtta Rain Blocker ECO Dog Rain Jacket
- Sizes: 8 size options, sizes 8 through 24
- Closure style: zipper
- Washability: spot clean
- Extra features: cinched waist prevents the coat from dragging on the ground
This full-body dog coat is our pick for two important reasons. First, it has full-length coverings for the front legs and partial coverings for the back legs, which makes putting on this coat much easier. Second, the zipper closure runs along the top, rather than under the belly, which also helps with dressing your dog. A great choice for keeping your dog clean and dry on muddy walks.
Best Designer Dog Coat
Barbour Wax Dog Jacket
- Sizes: 4 size options, XS to XL
- Closure style: buckle and velcro straps
- Washability: spot clean
- Extra features: Barbour logo decal on the back
Waxed cotton on the outside prevents water from getting through to your dog, and a soft cotton lining keeps them comfy. An adjustable belt-style buckle lets you properly fit this coat to your dog, and the iconic corduroy collar adds a touch of old-school sophistication.
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