13 dog breeds that need to wear a jacket in winter
Winter is almost here and by now we're all feeling the chill in the air – but what about our pets?
While we're all rugged up in warm jumpers and coats, our pets are often left with nothing but their fur to keep them warm.
Sometimes that's enough as Dr. Katrina Warren says dogs with a double coat (golden retrievers, border collies, German shepherds and many more) don't need any extra warmth since they have an undercoat that provides insulation.
But there are still plenty of dogs that feel the chill.
Puppies, elderly dogs, dogs with a single coat and those with low body fat are all much more susceptible to the cold than you might think.
Keep reading to find out which breeds benefit from an extra layer during the colder months.
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Fox Terrier
While the fox terrier might look fluffy, their coat is actually quite thin.
Their small size and lean build means that they can benefit from a bit of extra insulation throughout winter.
Dachshund
Dachshunds have no undercoat, so a jumper is definitely beneficial when it comes to keeping them warm.
Since they are so small and also usually have a low body fat, it can be difficult for them to maintain their own body temperature when the weather starts to cool down.
Poodles
Poodles are quite sensitive to cold compared to other breeds.
Both standard and toy poodles are likely to need some extra insulation during winter.
Whippet
If you're walking your whippet outdoors during winter, they are most likely going to need a jacket.
With their short fur, lean build and small size, whippets are one of the breeds that almost always needs some extra warmth during the cooler part of the year.
Maltese
Yes they're fluffy, but they're also very small.
Maltese have quite a thin coat with no undercoat which, when you combine with their small size, is the perfect combination for a cold dog.
Basenji
With thin skin and a short, fine coat, basenjis are the perfect cnadidate for a winter jacket!
Doberman
Dobermans might look big, but when it comes to the cold they're not so tough!
With low body fat and a short, single coat, this breed needs a bit of extra help to stay warm.
Basset hound
You might think those big floppy ears are providing plenty of warmth, but basset hounds still need a little extra insulation.
With their bellies so low to the ground, these dogs are quite susceptible to wet and cold conditions.
Chihuahua
Of course Chihuahuas are on the list!
These little pooches just aren't big enough for their body temperature to help fight off the winter chill, so a jacket is a necessity.
