I'm looking for what amounts to a sun hat or sun cape for my dogs, for function, not dress-up. They are black-backed tris and they wilt in the heat when we hike above timberline where there's no shade. Yes, the sun does appear in the Pacific Northwest. I'm thinking, "superlight, loose-fitting to allow air circulation, white cotton muslin to reflect sunlight, with a string or two to hold it in place over the back". I've even thought about reflective mylar (space blanket).
Suggestions?
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Something like this maybe?
http://www.cleanrun.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=product.display&Pr...
I haven't used it myself so I'm not sure, I did find the actual manufacturer and they have more pictures and a couple of reviews on it. It looks like the place mainly creates coverings for horses so I would assume they know their stuff? Cleanrun is usually really good about their products too so I'm sure they would answer questions as well. That Chillybuddy product Gail posted looks pretty promising though.
I have this vest for Franklin
http://www.ruffwear.com/Swamp-Cooler-Dog-Cooling-Vest-Sun-Protectio...
it provides sun protection and keeps him cool even when its not wet. It provides extra cooling if you get it wet, I usually wet it before I go out then let him swim periodically on the walks. He does really well with it and you can adjust it to make it snug or looser. I got mine at REI and they basically give you a lifetime warranty for the product.
What size did you get for them? From Ruffwear's measurement site, its looks to be a 'xs' for a pembroke? Would you have a picture of them with one?
Thanks very much...
Standard sizes may not fit corgis. Based on mfr's measurements, I first bought a SMALL Chillybuddy; correct girth, but too short. The MEDIUM is good length (barely), but oversized girth (I shortened the belly strap). You can order custom-sized Chillybuddy for $15 extra I think.
I've exchanged email with the Chillybuddy developer, who says keeping it damp is important. Note that evaporative cooling may be less effective in high humidity.
Check out dry weight differences; these are small creatures, every ounce counts. Seems to me, a lot of dog gear is way overbuilt and unnecessarily heavy.
I like the one that has the Oasis fabric Jane mentioned, it's also used for horses UV protection it is very breathable and light like a horse sheet for dogs! The horses stand out in the sun 8-10 hours a day keeps their coat from fading also.
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