kelpiecuddles Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 Just wondering if anyone can advise if there is such a thing as a cool coat that I don't have to continually rewet? Looking to do some bushwalking with my dogs but I will have to carry drinking water for us and would rather not have to carry water just for a coat too. We don't usually go out on really hot days but having a black back Josie heats up in the sun pretty quick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spotted Devil Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 (edited) Have a look at Clean Run. I have Chilly Buddies for my dogs and love them - generally use them wet but will use them dry if it's not quite warm enough but they have to stand in the sun waiting to go in the agility ring. There's another brand (Seratoga?) but I don't know what they are like. Oh and wait and see if they do free shipping for Christmas :D http://www.cleanrun.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=product.display&Product_ID=2909&ParentCat=256 Edited October 28, 2014 by The Spotted Devil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeltaCharlie Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 Another fan of the chilly buddy coats, we use them on all our dogs for agility and sheepwork. On hot days I have been known to wear them on my hat and it is beautiful and cool under there :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cleo's Corgwyn Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 I bought one of the silver mesh coats (like the fabric the make the gazebo walls from). My dogs are dark brindle, and it reflects the hot sun off their coats, while still being breathable. It seems to help mine. Like this My link Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spotted Devil Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 Silver Shade how I love thee... Let me count the ways Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dididog Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 I was thinking of making a thread similar, Didi is completely black and after a minute in the sun she is cooking adding in the fact she has such a large surface area, we pretty much only take her out morning and night now so I think one of these will be a good investment! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jemmy Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 This is a great idea, my girl is a GSD and I've already noticed how hot her back is getting in the sun (and we're only in Tassie, poor little love). Thanks for the tip about clean run shipping as well TSD, I've been wanting to order a harness so will keep waiting :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
denali Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 I have a chillybuddy for kokoda- its great Reminds me, I will have to get two more.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tassie Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 The coats that I've found retain their moisture longest are the Cool Runners - they claim 3.5 to 5.5 hours of moisture retention, and I'd say that's about right. They're comfortable for the dogs to wear - but I've only used them at trials - not in a hiking situation. You'd probably be better off going for maximum reflection with Chilly Buddy ( I have, but rarely use) or Silver Shade look really good too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teekay Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 Every year I consider these for Jenna (GR x Samoyed ). A question for thioe that use them. Do you only use them outside. Jenna is free to come in and out as she pleases. Mostly in on hot days. Would these cost be effective inside too. I'm guessing the reflective ones would be a waste but maybe the Cool Runners? I've also read that once they get up to a dogs body temperature they will start to have an opposite effect and actually make the dog heat up. How do you know if this has happened? Ho often do you re-wet the coats? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teekay Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 Just found these. http://www.coolvest.com.au/ I want one for me, as well as Jenna. :D With regard to the dog ones, I like the fact it goes on the belly rather than on her back. Has anyone tried these? Pretty expensive but If it works well I think it would be worth it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spotted Devil Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 I mostly have them at trials where I vary how I use them - either dry or damp or dripping wet whilst pouring water over the dogs - I want the dogs to hit the ring in peak condition. The chilly buddies are very, very light (especially compared with Cool Champions) which makes a huge difference. I know some people with coated dogs who swear by the CC but i find they can get too cold OR humid. I use it at home (damp) indoors on stinking hot days or overnight when I can't sleep because of Em's panting! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bjelkier Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 (edited) I have Hurtta Cooling Coat for the Samoyeds and I love it. Stays cool for hours and has a cooling chest piece which I've never seen on the others. However you do have to wet them. Edited October 29, 2014 by Bjelkier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cassie Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 (edited) Can anyone recommend the best sort for a giant breed? Or any that come large enough for a Saint Bernard? I haven't looked into them much but a lot of other products that come in "XXXL" or "Giant" wouldn't even go close to fitting an adult Saint. Thanks :) Edited October 29, 2014 by cassie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spotted Devil Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 Can anyone recommend the best sort for a giant breed? Or any that come large enough for a Saint Bernard? I haven't looked into them much but a lot of other products that come in "XXXL" or "Giant" wouldn't even go close to fitting an adult Saint. Thanks :) I can't but try emailing customer service at Clean Run - they are really great :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yonjuro Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 I have Hurtta Cooling Coat for the Samoyeds and I love it. Stays cool for hours and has a cooling chest piece which I've never seen on the others. However you do have to wet them. They look great, I am a fan of Hurtta gear, the quality is always awesome - think I might be doing an order Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bjelkier Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 (edited) I have Hurtta Cooling Coat for the Samoyeds and I love it. Stays cool for hours and has a cooling chest piece which I've never seen on the others. However you do have to wet them. They look great, I am a fan of Hurtta gear, the quality is always awesome - think I might be doing an order It really is and I have to say these are the best cool coats the dogs have ever had. I splurged while I was in Finland as they were so cheap there! Now I'm wishing I'd bought more lol Edited October 29, 2014 by Bjelkier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Podengo Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 Elsie has a Hurtta cool coat too :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelpiecuddles Posted October 29, 2014 Author Share Posted October 29, 2014 Thanks guys. think something like the chilly buddies might suit, but in the pic it looks like the neck hole is fairly small, can anyone provide feedback on how well they would suit a very broad and deep chested breed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeltaCharlie Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 They are adjustable/velcro fastening at the front :) Belly band is adjustable too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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