It won’t be long until the cold weather slaps your dog in the snout so be prepared with Lead The Walk’s recommended doggy buys to wrap up and cosy down with in style this Autumn.
Your dog will be as snug as a bug in a rug nestled inside this cosy canine cocoon, which is particularly popular with breeds that have a natural tendency to burrow and tunnel. With one lift of their snout, they can crawl inside this cosy pocket, for a snooze on the faux-fur lining and deep-filled mattress. Available in four neutral colours and three sizes, with spotty design alternatives too. We’ve got serious sleep envy.
When you are the Long Tall Sally of the dog world, getting a coat to fit can be a struggle. Help is at paw with this sleek and stylish coat designed specifically for Sighthound breeds. Sized to fit their long necks, wide chests and slim bodies, this coat is a bulk-free, elegant and waterproof petwear solution to keep your leggy hound warm and dry.
In the same vein as the snuggle bed we also love this doggy sleeping bag from Polish brand Bowls & Bone’s Republic. More suited for pet-setting with your dog, this is a light, compact way for your dog to sleep snuggly when away from home. Double-lined for maximum warmth, use as a sleeping bag or roll down to make a more traditional bed shape to give your dog a better vantage point. Choose from Silver, Black, Lily or Mint, and in three sizes – S, M & L.
Packed with goose down insulation, this pup puffer is perfect for chilly winter walks. Featuring elasticated sleeves, hood and hem, it’s designed to keep the warm and the cold out and there’s even a popper fastening on the back of the hood in place. Also available in pink and turquoise.
Well-fitted petwear is not always easy to come by, especially if you are a bit sausage-y, big-chested or super-skinny. Frenchies, Pugs and Bostons fall into the hard to fit category, so style-conscious owners will love the cool parka-style dog coat, designed specifically to fit their dog’s non-standard frame. Complete with a detachable, faux-fur trimmed hood, it has a soft lining and is adjustable to fit these wider-fitted breeds.
We adore this statement hand-knitted creation from NYC’s Ware Of The Dog. Dotted with chunky bobbles, its unique design will make your pooch the envy of the dog park. Good looks aside, its 100% lambwool composition guarantees maximum warmth. There’s also a lead hole on the back meaning that your dog’s necessary navigation system doesn’t compromise his new threads. Also available in charcoal grey.
Petwear doesn’t get any cuter than this knitted bobble hat from fun French brand Milk & Pepper. Just like hats for humans, it’s designed to stop the heat escaping from your dog’s body. It features holes for their ears and has a soft, under-jaw fastening for comfort. Hats aren’t for all hounds so if your dog is a bit head shy sit this pet accessory out.
For that casual canine look, this cute grey marl hoodie from Australian petwear brand Pethaus gets our highest high paws! Way several ways – solo on sunny winter days, layered under their dog coat when the freeze hit or for lounging while watching Keeping Up With The Canines on loop. Important design feature alert – it’s cropped under the chest so there’s no chance of your dog peeing all over it.
For the dog that is not down with coats and sweaters, inject some warmth with a doggy snood. This one is made from 100% cashmere that is so light and soft they will forget it’s there. It’s also a cosy addition for the dog that’s happy to layer up when the cold snap hits. Like a human snood it doubles up to create a wrap effect. Available in pink and blue.