Light Outdoor Fleece Vest
Warmth through the chest and back with nothing over the front legs, for a dog who dislikes being dressed.
Made in brushed fleece and with no fastenings — it pulls on over the head. It is the kind of piece that ends up living by the front door rather than in a drawer.
Product details
- Gilet for dogs
- Brushed fleece
- No fastenings — pulls on over the head
- Insulated body
- Colourways: Brown, Yellow
- Sizes: AB1, AB2, AB3, AB4, AB5, AB6, AB7, AB8
Fabric and construction
The main fabric is brushed fleece. Fleece is a knitted polyester with the surface brushed up into a pile. The pile traps air, so the warmth comes from the loft rather than the thickness.
Size guide
These sizes are built around three measurements. Take them on your dog while they are standing, with the tape flat but not tight.
| Measurement |
Where to take it |
| Neck |
Right round the base of the neck, where a collar sits. |
| Chest |
The widest part of the ribcage, just behind the front legs. |
| Back length |
From the base of the neck to the base of the tail. |
Back length is the measurement that decides the size. Chest decides whether it closes comfortably. If your dog is between two sizes, take the larger one.
Sizes available: AB1, AB2, AB3, AB4, AB5, AB6, AB7, AB8.
Fit notes
- Between two sizes, take the larger. A garment that is slightly long is wearable; one that is tight across the chest will be refused.
Styling
Works over a base layer in deep winter and on its own through autumn and spring.
Everyday use
A gilet is the compromise for a dog that will not tolerate sleeves. It covers the chest and back, which is where most of the heat is lost, and leaves the shoulders entirely free.
Care
- Machine wash at 30°C on a gentle cycle
- Wash separately before first use
- Do not bleach
- Do not iron over embroidery, print or trims
- Remove the gilet before the dog is crated or left unsupervised
Safety
For supervised wear. Check the fit each time it goes on, and take it off before the dog is crated or left alone — anything that can snag can also catch. Inspect the stitching, fastenings and trims regularly, and stop using it if anything works loose or a seam opens.
What is not included
One gilet per order in the colour and size selected. Leads, collars, harnesses, bowls, toys and any other items shown in the photographs are styling props and are not supplied.