Ruffwear Swamp Cooler Size Guide
Use the size chart to select the appropriate size for your dog. Measurement is around the widest part of the rib cage.
In between sizes? Choose the smaller size.
While each style of Ruffwear apparel is designed for its intended use, this guide generalizes the fit in three ways. The Swamp Cooler Vest is a Relaxed Fit with vest coverage and side-release buckles for easy on/off.
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Regular Fit |
Relaxed Fit |
| Snug and conforms to the body’s contours. Can be worn standalone or layered under Relaxed apparel. |
Tailored with a bit of wiggle room. Can be worn standalone or layered under Relaxed apparel. |
A loose fit that drapes the body. Can be worn standalone or over Regular or Formfitting apparel. Works well for hard-to-fit dog shapes and sizes.
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Girth, Neck & Length Size
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Girth
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Size
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13 - 17 in (33 - 43 cm)
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XXS
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17 - 22 in (43 - 56 cm)
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XS
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22 - 27 in (56 - 69 cm)
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S
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27 - 32 in (69 - 81 cm)
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M
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32 - 36 in (81 - 91 cm)
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L
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36 - 42 in (91 - 107 cm)
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XL
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The one that keeps them covered - UPF 50+, full body, maximum cooling.
Details
When the sun is high, cover up. It's cooler that way.
The Swamp Cooler Vest offers the maximum cooling coverage in the Ruffwear range. If the Swamp Cooler Zip is built for speed, the Vest is built for coverage - more shade, more sun protection, more of your dog covered.
The light-coloured outer layer is rated UPF 50+, blocking 98% of the sun's UV rays across the full body - the most sun protection of anything in the Swamp Cooler range. Soak it and that same layer activates evaporative cooling, pulling heat away from your dog's core. When it dries, re-soak it and it's working again.
Side-release buckles make it quick on and off, and a leash portal on the back means it sits comfortably over most harnesses without any fuss. Reflective trim adds visibility in low light. It does a lot without making a fuss about it.
Albie had thick, dense fur and needed every bit of coverage this vest offers. Kizzie, a little slower now in her senior years, wears it too. Between them, this vest has had the full Barks & Bunnies test.
Features
- Evaporative cooling via three-layer Swamp Cooler construction - soak in water to activate
- Wicking outer layer reflects heat, facilitates evaporation, UPF 50+ sun protection
- Absorbent middle layer stores water for evaporation
- Dry mesh lining keeps your dog comfortable
- Side-release buckles for easy on and off
- Leash portal compatible with most harnesses
- Reflective trim for low-light visibility
- Light loop for attaching The Beacon
Care
- Secure all fasteners before washing
- Cold water, gentle cycle
- Mild detergent
- Air dry
Video
https://youtu.be/D3un-6Uu1jk?si=VeLPTUmJYkZ04Aa1
