tips for caring for your pets through winter

If you're worried about your dog's comfort while you're out on walks during the coldest days of winter, a solution can come in the form of a coat for the animal. One option to consider is a puffer coat, which is thick and offers a high level of warmth. If you've ever worn a puffer-style coat yourself, you know just how toasty it can make you feel — and you'll be relieved to know that your four-legged family member is experiencing a similar level of warmth. While you can buy a plain color of this garment if you wish, there are other options that can also be fun to consider. 

Christmas

If you're the type of person who loves buying as many Christmas-themed items as you can, you might enjoy shopping for a puffer coat for your dog that has a Christmas design. While you might want to buy a conventional coat for the dog to wear in November, January, and February, a cheery seasonal coat can be a fun option in December. Look for a red or green coat that has Christmas-themed images printed on it. If you visit a local dog park with your pet, you can expect that a lot of people will be excited to see your pet's appearance.

Plaid

Another design that you'll see in dog puffer coats is plaid. This can be a style that your dog can wear all winter, and has a cheerier look than a plain hue. If you often wear a red plaid scarf or mittens when you walk your dog, see if you can find a coat with a similar plaid pattern so that you and your pet match. You may find that the plaid design is especially a good fit with certain breeds, such as a Scottish terrier, given the popularity of plaid designs in Scotland.

Shiny

While a lot of one-color puffer coats have a matte appearance, you'll also find some that are very shiny. A silver puffer coat, for example, will have an appearance that is reminiscent of aluminum foil. You'll also see gold coats with a similar shiny look, as well as other colors that have a metallic appearance to them. In addition to giving your pet a unique appearance, the shiny surface of one of these coats can help to make your pet even more visible during nighttime walks.

Browse these puffer coats for dogs styles at an online or local pet store.