Best Dog Coats for 2022

The UK can get pretty chilly during winter, and it can also be cold enough to still wear a big coat during summer if you are out early morning or late at night.

You will layer up and put your jumper, coat, scarf and gloves on, but to ensure your pup also doesn’t get cold while avoiding the difficult layers, you need a thick coat made for harsh conditions.

Hurtta is a big brand when it comes to combatting the elements. The Expedition Parka has been developed with short-haired dogs and dogs without an undercoat in mind but is good for any breed in colder conditions.

The surface is water-resistant, which is handy as rain and water can also further make your dog cold. With a collar that can go right up around their neck, there are no gaps to allow cold air in, but it still gives them their full range of motion.

It has reflectors so you can be seen in low light conditions, and a buckle belt can secure it properly around your dog’s body. There is a harness hole for the lead, and you even get an integrated harness in the smallest two sizes.

This coat isn’t just for dogs who feel the coat either – if they enjoy agility training, use it to keep them warm after exercise.

A handy convertible coat for your pooch, this 2-in-1 acts as a high vis jacket when the sun has gone down but you still need to keep active, and as a warm jacket when the winter months hit.

The lining can be removed depending on the weather, so you can take it off in the summer months and just be left with a light raincoat which will ensure you’re spotted by oncoming drivers.

It has full chest protection to save them from the rain and mud, as well as a reflective beading lining and velcro strap for extra protection. As a bonus, you get rear leg straps which can ensure it remains on in windy conditions and prevents it slipping to the side.

But the best part? It is available in a total of 11 sizes, from 25cm to 75cm, so your Chihuahua can be just as protected as your Dog de Bordeaux. Look out for some other colours too, if you don’t fancy the traditional green style.

Many dog coats are simply water-resistant as opposed to waterproof, so if you and your pooch are out in more of a downpour than a drizzle, then they’ll most likely be soaked.

But this one is fully waterproof, with a durable ripstop and 1200 denier material that is strong for inclement weather. It will also keep them warm thanks to the soft fleece lining. An LED light strip and reflective piping ensure that just because it is dark doesn’t mean a walk is off-limits too.

It also has our favourite dog coat feature – a zipper opening that allows you to attach their lead to their harness. Available in different colours and sizes, there will be a Kurgo coat that is perfect for your pooch.

One of the best-known brands when it comes to dog accessories, you cannot go wrong with Ancol. This coat is a personal favourite amongst the Petz team, and is beautifully tailored.

It is designed to keep your dog dry, so while they will gain some warmth, it is best for those drizzly days in Autumn. You can wash it by hand or in the machine which is a bonus, and it even has the cutest little press stud pocket which allows them to carry their own poo bags or treats.

Reflective piping and edging heightens visibility and the popper closures are great if you’re worried about zips catching in fur or getting stuck.

Barbour is a classic brand, especially if you love the genteel English country look.

This dog coat has a fleece lining, so your pooch will stay dry and warm at the same time. It’s also fully adjustable for added convenience and has a keyhole opening for a harness.

The little cord-trimmed collar gives them a gentlemanly look as well, and the coat is adorned with Barbour badges too.

All that’s left is to pair it with Hunter wellies and a matching Barbour jacket for you.

Tweed coats can give even the most city-looking dogs a real country touch. Made from new wool and Harris tweed, it is warming while staying stylish.

It is showerproof, so will help when you are caught miles away from home and the rain starts to fall. The warm padded lining will help short-haired breeds to stay warm in Winter, and is available in sizes between 8″ and 32″ which makes it one of the best coats for pretty much all sizes of dog, whether Dolly the Mini Dachsund and Rupert the Rhodesian Ridgeback are county bumpkins or complete townies.

Combining with Rosewood for this coat, Joules has made a product which fits both company’s ethoses as well as ticking the luxury box.

It is waxed cotton, so warm and durable as well as being weatherproof. A tweed lining will keep them warm. The underbelly velcro fastening can be adjusted in terms of tightness so you can get it comfortable yet tight enough to make an impact.

A back opening is perfect for their harness attachment, and it is covered too so won’t let any air in. If it gets muddy, you can wipe it clean and leave it to air dry.

For the price, it is a really great wax copy jacket which is of great quality.

Reversible, stylish and importantly able to keep your pooch warm, these waterproof jackets will put your dog one paw ahead of the competition in the style stakes.

Bright green on the outside for easy visibility, it can be reversed to the signature Hugo and Hudson navy colour. It is filled with quality stuffing and is fastened with a zip so is very secure (as long as your pup sits still enough to let you fasten it.

There is a hole for dogs wearing collars, but none for harnesses. Still, the collar covers their neck for extra warmth and the price is very good for such a product.

Joules is renowned for high-quality, adorable dog clothing that’s designed to perform in British weather, and this cute little raincoat is a perfect example of what Joules do best. It’s classy with a dog and umbrellas design against a navy backdrop and a striped nautical inner lining. The jacket is lightweight yet durable with a water-resistant outer, and the inner lining provides added protection.

The button trims and cord-and-leather toggles add to the nautical style, and there’s even a matching human coat as well, which is a massive draw.

For the dogs that just don’t seem to fit in anything, this jacket is perfect! Not only is it luxurious looking with its countryfolk style, but it’s made to measure so you can tailor it around your dog’s unique needs.

The wax cotton ensures it will remain water-resistant, while the soft cotton lining will keep your dog comfortable. It also benefits from a stretchy knitted front making the coat breathable and easy to remove.

The belt detailing is a nice touch as well!