Ivy is our first ever short-haired dog, and she does not tolerate the cold Midwestern winters well. The first time I saw her shivering by our patio door, I knew it was time to make her a coat. If you have wood floors, you may want a blanket with a little extra padding and warmth. If your dog has aches and pains, a heated blanket may help soothe their joints. And if you have a serial drooler? That’s totally okay—there are waterproof dog blankets out there for you too! Are they wet for hours after the walk if it is raining? When you come in and hang up your soggy wet coat, unfortunately your best friend doesn’t have the same luxury.

In part, what makes our dog coats so popular is that they really fit dogs well. As small, specialist manufacturers we appreciate that generic styles of dog coats will fit some dogs fine. However, we prefer to fit specific breeds with specifically cut coats. Hence, our whippet coats are cut to fit whippets, our greyhound coats to fit greyhounds and, at the other end of the scale, our dachshund coats are cut specifically to fit dachshunds. Some breeds of sporting dogs have a similar body shape, hence our Pointer coat is also a great fit on Vizslas, Weimaraners and other slim, athletic working dogs.In very cold conditions, a fleece-lined dog coat will add warmth and comfort. Or look for a coat with extra padding for added insulation. At the milder end of the weather spectrum, an unlined shell can offer some protection against the elements, including wind and light rain. Exercise is still important for your dog in the colder months, but that can often mean you end up walking them in the dark. So, it might be worth looking for a coat with reflective panels to increase your dog’s visibility in low light conditions.

Pattern paper (you can buy specific paper, but any large, blank paper will do—old wrapping paper, newsprint, kraft paper, etc.) Welcome to Friday Fox, a small family business which makes beautiful English horse blankets and fabulous dog coats from its base high on the Lancashire moors. We take great pride in all our products and our customer service, both of which embody traditional, English quality.

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Place the first batch of hook-and-loop fastener on the chest strap by pinning the rough side of a 2” piece to the outside fabric in the middle of one of the sides of the chest strap. If you’re sewing this for a medium or large size dog—of if you just have a particularly rambunctious dog like I do—I recommend using two strips of hook-and-loop fastener on each strap.Pin the soft side of the fastener to the middle of the lining side of the other chest strap. Repeat with the belly band straps. Dirty Chai Latte. If you can’t decide between coffee and tea, try a dirty chai—it’s the best of both worlds! First, you need some measurements. Get out your measuring tape, and measure the spots on your dog to fill in the printable. I recommend being generous with your measuring—don’t make the measuring tape too tight. I sewed with a 3/8″ seam allowance here and didn’t add it to my pattern because I knew I measured loosely. Dogs fluctuate in weight just like humans do, so it’s nice to have a little bit of space to be able to adjust. Write all those measurements down in the spaces provided.

If you’re in the market for the perfect dog blanket, you probably already know that there are a lot of options out there—ranging in material, size, and design. And different types of dog blankets serve different purposes.From wearable blankets to couch covers, we’ve curated a great list of options so you can find the best dog blanket for your pup. All our dog blankets and throws are manufactured using durable, dog-safe materials by some of the best designers and luxury pet brands in the UK. If you don’t need to add a hole for a harness loop, you’re all done! Put it on your puppy and go for a walk. If you do need a harness hole, move onto step five. Optional Step 5: Make Hole for Harness Loop Whether you’re looking to treat your furry companion to a new fluffy dog blanket or gift one to a friend who has recently welcomed a new pooch into the family, our luxury dog blankets make for wonderful gifts.