What is the Powder Hound™ Jacket?
The Powder Hound is a stretchy, comfortable, insulated jacket built for dogs who don't let winter slow them down. It combines waterproof upper panels with warm recycled insulation and stretchy lower panels, to deliver a balance of weather protection, warmth and freedom of movement.
Unlike bulkier winter dog coats, the Powder Hound's hybrid construction keeps your dog's core protected while allowing them to run, climb, jump and freely explore, making it an excellent choice for winter walks, mountain adventures and snowy trails.
Materials & Technology
Waterproof Ripstop Shell
The upper shell is constructed from a waterproof, windproof and durable 70D nylon ripstop fabric for reliable protection from the elements. This material is designed to be tough enough to withstand the frequent abrasion of a dog's life, roaming across various terrains, without restricting or holding them back. It features fully taped seams and a hydrostatic head rating of 10,000mm for dependable protection from rain, snow and wet conditions, while remaining lightweight enough for active dogs. It's also finished with a PFAS-free polyurethane coating to encourage rain, snow and dirt to bead off the jacket rather than soaking in.
The material is also Bluesign® approved, meaning it's manufactured in a way that is safe for the environment, workers and consumers. bluesign® certifications ensure that the materials used avoid harmful substances, use reduced air and water emissions, increase resource productivity, and the production line is more transparent and trustworthy.
High-Loft Recycled Insulation
For reliable warmth, the jacket is insulated with 250g of recycled polyester insulation. This high-loft insulation efficiently traps warmth around your dog's core, helping keep them comfortable during cold-weather walks without adding excessive bulk.
StormSleeves™
The protective StormSleeves™ are constructed from a soft, flexible four-way stretch fabric made of a polyester-spandex blend. It's designed to comfortably wrap around the front legs to help retain warmth without restricting natural movement. They provide excellent coverage while allowing dogs to run, climb and play freely.
Lightweight Polyester Lining
The Powder Hound Jacket is lined with smooth 30D polyester to provide next-to-fur comfort for your dog throughout the day, while allowing it to be easily slipped on and off. This material is also Bluesign® approved for reassurance that it's manufactured responsibly.
Features and Functionality
Jacket-Style Coverage
The Powder Hound features a full-coverage jacket design with stretchy sleeves and a full-length YKK Vislon zip for easy on-and-off. It's designed to provide maximum heat retention around the chest and shoulders while creating a secure fit that stays comfortably in place as your dog roams around and enjoys life on the trail.
Built for Active Dogs
The jacket's hybrid construction combines insulated upper panels with highly flexible stretch lower panels for maximum freedom of movement and comfort for dogs who don't let the cold weather slow them down. Whether your dog is running through woodland, scrambling over rocks or bounding through deep snow, you can rest assured knowing they are protected and comfortable throughout your adventure.
Easy Dressing
A functional full-length YKK Vislon zip makes the jacket quick to put on and remove, making on-off transitions easier and more comfortable for your dog. Once zipped, the jacket's streamlined fit helps trap warmth inside and reduce excess fabric that could catch on branches or undergrowth as your dog explores.
Harness Compatible
Leash portals on the back and chest allow the jacket to provide easy access to your dog's harness, meaning you don't need to choose between warmth and using your preferred walking setup.
Low-Light Visibility
The jacket is finished with reflective trim along both sides to improve visibility to other road users during early-morning and dark-evening walks. There is also an attachment loop for Ruffwear's Beacon™ Safety Light (sold separately), should you wish to further boost their visibility when venturing out in the dark.
Key Features
- Jacket silhouette: Sleeved silhouette and a zippered closure for core heat retention
- Full Range of Motion: Articulated stretch StormSleeves™ seal in warmth, allowing full freedom of movement
- Waterproof and Windproof: Durable shell fabric protects against rain and wind
- Durable 70D outer with 10,000mm HH waterproof rating and PFAS-free PU finish
- High-Loft Warmth: High-loft recycled polyester insulation in back and belly panels provides warmth
- Leash portals on the chest and back allow for wear over most harnesses
- Reflective accents for visibility in low-light conditions
- Light loop for attaching the Beacon™ Safety Light (sold separately)
How does the Powder Hound™ fit?
The Powder Hound Jacket features Ruffwear's active fit, which is designed to sit close to the body for thermal efficiency and minimal excess fabric that could catch on branches or undergrowth.
The articulated sleeves and stretch lower panels provide a close fit whilst still allowing natural movement, keeping the jacket securely in place as your dog runs around and plays.
What is the Powder Hound™ best for?
- Winter dog walks
- Snowy adventures
- Hiking and hillwalking
- Cold-weather trail running
- Active dogs needing warmth without restricted movement
- Wet, windy and snowy conditions