A dog sweater is a pullover knit layer that adds warmth on cool walks and in drafty homes, especially for small, short-coated or thin dogs. Choose a thick cable or acrylic knit for cold days, a lightweight cotton or ribbed knit for everyday layering, and a turtleneck when your dog needs extra warmth around the neck.
| Product | Style | Material | Sizes | Key detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thick Cable Knit Dog Sweater | Heavy cable knit | Acrylic knit | XS–L | Warmest option for cold walks |
| Dog Turtleneck Sweater Soft Knit Pullover | Turtleneck | Acrylic knit | XS–L | High-stretch rib, 4 colors |
| Striped Knit Dog Sweater Turtleneck | Turtleneck, stripe or argyle | Wool blend | S–XL | Runs small: consider sizing up |
| Ribbed Stretch Dog Sweater | Ribbed pullover | Cotton | S–XL (chest 13.4–18.1 in) | Stretchy everyday base layer |
| Soft Knit Dog Sweater Classic Pullover | Classic knit | Wool-blend knit | XS–XL | Fabric button details |
| Cable Knit Dog Sweater with Button Detail | Twist knit | Knitted fabric | XS–M | Also fits cats |
| V-Neck Dog Sweater Classic Knit Pullover | V-neck | Polyester fiber knit | XS–L | Lightweight, 4 muted colors |
| Knit Dog Sweater Vest | Sleeveless vest | Cotton knit | S, M | Layers under a coat |
| Basic Dog Sweatshirt Soft Pullover | Sweatshirt | Polyester | XS–L | Light layer, solid colors |
For wet days, add one of our dog raincoats over a thin knit, see the full dog apparel range, or shop puppy and small dog supplies.
A sweater adds a layer of warmth for dogs that lose heat quickly, such as small breeds, short-coated dogs, puppies and seniors. It can make cool-weather walks more comfortable and help in chilly homes. Dogs with thick double coats usually don't need one, so watch your own dog for shivering or reluctance to go outside.
Most dog sweaters are knitted from cotton, acrylic, polyester or wool blends. Cotton is soft and breathable for everyday wear, acrylic and thick cable knits hold more warmth, wool blends feel cozy, and polyester sweatshirts are light and quick to dry. Our product pages list the material for each style.
Check the care label first. In general, wash knits on a gentle cycle or by hand in cool water, skip harsh bleach, and lay the sweater flat to dry so it keeps its shape. Brush off loose fur before washing, and avoid high dryer heat, which can shrink or stretch knit fabric.
Gather the sweater at the neck opening and slip it gently over your dog's head, then guide one front leg at a time through the leg holes and smooth the body down the back. To remove it, reverse the steps. Short, calm sessions with treats help dogs that are new to clothing.
It depends on coat, size, age and climate. Small, thin or short-coated dogs, puppies and older dogs often benefit from a sweater on cold walks, while heavy-coated breeds usually stay warm on their own. If your dog shivers, hunches or wants to turn back early, a light knit layer is worth trying.
