BC Crazy Posted July 15, 2014 Share Posted July 15, 2014 (edited) Hi Piper, I got the rain coats not the winter ones. The winter ones are lined with fleecy stuff which looked too hot for a double coated breed in my coastal area where we live. IMHO even in a colder climate a BC wouldnt need a "winter" coat. My boy is a big boy at almost 57cmm from top of shoulder to start of tail. Stella is smaller at 55cm. I brought 55cm for both. I think if I were you I would remeasure your 2 & be sure of their back measurement . From how you describe them you have it right though. If they are in between sizes I'd go the size down. The Hurtta is very adjustable everywhere so it is the back sizing you have to make sure is right :) Edited July 15, 2014 by BC Crazy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelpiecuddles Posted July 15, 2014 Share Posted July 15, 2014 I love the bones and balls design that weatherbeeta has just released. My dog won't wear anything that goes under her chest anyway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brightstar123 Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 I totally agree about the Weatherbeeta ones, I'm always fiddling with them too. Can anyone recommend a good option for mainly sleeping in cold places? I don't need it to be waterproof, just comfortable and secure. We have a lab and by cold I mean around 0-5 degrees. She gets cold in Sydney inside our house though so I think I'll need something pretty warm. I don't really want to get sweaters or anything woollen/woven as I think she will chew it off. I've noticed with her Weatherbeeta that when she puts her head down to sleep it's very stiff where it does up at the front and digs into her neck, so I'd love something with stretchy fleece at the front like the Chilli Dogs ones appear to have. Can anyone compare the Hurta coats with the Chilli Dog ones, in terms of comfort and security? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spotted Devil Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 I have the Winter Hurrta for Ziggy - he really feels the cold and I use it when we camp (was -2C on the weekend) or to keep him warm between agility runs. It's a gorgeous coat and is also water proof. I like how it really gives him coverage on his flank and croup. I also have him sleeping on a self warming heat pad on those freezing nights. It was so cold on the weekend that I threw a light blanket over him as well which he burrowed into. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BC Crazy Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 I totally agree about the Weatherbeeta ones, I'm always fiddling with them too. Can anyone recommend a good option for mainly sleeping in cold places? I don't need it to be waterproof, just comfortable and secure. We have a lab and by cold I mean around 0-5 degrees. She gets cold in Sydney inside our house though so I think I'll need something pretty warm. I don't really want to get sweaters or anything woollen/woven as I think she will chew it off. I've noticed with her Weatherbeeta that when she puts her head down to sleep it's very stiff where it does up at the front and digs into her neck, so I'd love something with stretchy fleece at the front like the Chilli Dogs ones appear to have. Can anyone compare the Hurta coats with the Chilli Dog ones, in terms of comfort and security? Thanks! It it doesn't need to be waterproof then I'd love the look of the Chilly Dog coats from K9 Pro. They look really cosy, comfortable & warm to me. For an inside dog that feels the cold. They would be my choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxer05 Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 I ordered two Hurtta winter jackets today for my Boxer and Jack Russell. I'll let everyone know what they are like when they arrive next week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BC Crazy Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 They look lovely coats for a waterproof warm coat Boxer 5. I'm sure your guys will love them :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheena Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Hi Piper, I got the rain coats not the winter ones. The winter ones are lined with fleecy stuff which looked too hot for a double coated breed in my coastal area where we live. IMHO even in a colder climate a BC wouldnt need a "winter" coat. My boy is a big boy at almost 57cmm from top of shoulder to start of tail. Stella is smaller at 55cm. I brought 55cm for both. I think if I were you I would remeasure your 2 & be sure of their back measurement . From how you describe them you have it right though. If they are in between sizes I'd go the size down. The Hurtta is very adjustable everywhere so it is the back sizing you have to make sure is right :) I think my ones are the winter ones as they are lined, & no way are they too hot for them at my place. But this is the first winter that I have needed to use them. they go to bed in them :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BC Crazy Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Mine are lined Sheena with a very thin fabric with really small breathable holes in it. The winter ones have a polar fleecy type lining from what I can make out in the pictures Ive seen :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DobieMum Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Try Lilcracka's coats www.lilcracka.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scottsmum Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 I totally agree about the Weatherbeeta ones, I'm always fiddling with them too. Can anyone recommend a good option for mainly sleeping in cold places? I don't need it to be waterproof, just comfortable and secure. We have a lab and by cold I mean around 0-5 degrees. She gets cold in Sydney inside our house though so I think I'll need something pretty warm. I don't really want to get sweaters or anything woollen/woven as I think she will chew it off. I've noticed with her Weatherbeeta that when she puts her head down to sleep it's very stiff where it does up at the front and digs into her neck, so I'd love something with stretchy fleece at the front like the Chilli Dogs ones appear to have. Can anyone compare the Hurta coats with the Chilli Dog ones, in terms of comfort and security? Thanks! the non-waterproof WB? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheena Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 (edited) Mine are definately the winter jacket ...they have a fur collar... Clean Run I have just put them on them again tonight as the temperature is plumetting. They love them so much,that they willingly stick their heads in :laugh: Thanks goodness the winters here are very short Edited July 16, 2014 by sheena Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poodle wrangler Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 OMG, I see so many people with coats on dogs out for a walk! When 18+degrees! Take them OFF! Don't overheat your dog. Can't see any need for a coat on your lab. I've clipped poodles short over winter in coastal NSW and they've slept outside no problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxer05 Posted July 26, 2014 Share Posted July 26, 2014 Brock and Zahra enjoying their new Hurtta Winter coats. A big thanks to The Tail Wags the Dog who are an absolute pleasure to deal with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BC Crazy Posted July 26, 2014 Share Posted July 26, 2014 Oh cute boxer 05 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tara8430 Posted July 29, 2014 Share Posted July 29, 2014 Brock and Zahra enjoying their new Hurtta Winter coats. A big thanks to The Tail Wags the Dog who are an absolute pleasure to deal with. Thanks for the shout out Boxer05, they do look great don't they! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snippy Posted July 30, 2014 Share Posted July 30, 2014 Just read through this thread with interest. Absolutely adore all the canine models. You all look lovely, darlings! Had a good look through and after considering what it was i wanted from a jacket, decided upon a Hurtta raincoat for Jester. All I want is a waterproofer. Obviously he doesn't need warmth with all his fluff. Yes I know, double coat and water protective outer coat... but sometimes it is nice to NOT have to towel off a dog every day after walkies. As he is white, I went red, of course Measured him from shoulder to hip and voila, exactly 55 cms. Hopefully it is accomodating for a deep chest but from what I have read on here I don't think I should have any worries. Also, Crazy Sales has a sale on the jackets at the moment. It's not as good as the $45 someone mentioned paying for them earlier on (I am not sure what size they were referring to either) but it's better than paying full price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piper Posted July 31, 2014 Share Posted July 31, 2014 Check Ebay - I just managed to get a really good price for them on there. I am guessing blue is not such a popular colour as they had blue cheaper than red or black so my girls have blue :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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