When choosing a raincoat style for long-haired dogs that prevents tangling, it is important to pay close attention to the wrapping property, fabric material, ease of putting on and taking off, and detailed design to avoid tangling of the fur due to friction or design flaws of the raincoat. The following are specific suggestions and analyses for style selection:
First, recommended styles and advantages
One-piece four-legged raincoat
Advantages:
Strong wrapping property: It covers the whole body, reduces the friction between hair and the outside world, and avoids tangling.
Rainproof and dirt-proof: The four-legged wrapped design prevents mud and water from splashing onto the hair, reducing the frequency of bathing.
Save maintenance time: After the rain, just dry the limbs and head, no need to blow dry the whole body.
Cape-style raincoat (with protective details)
Advantages:
Flexible and lightweight: Suitable for short trips or long-haired dogs with high physical activity (such as Border Collies and Huskies).
Reduce restraints: Does not affect the dog’s running or jumping.
Improve the design
Abdominal lengthening pad: Prevents water splashing on the abdomen and reduces hair tangling.
Reflective strip design: Enhance safety in rainy days.
Second, styles and drawbacks that need to be avoided
Split four-legged raincoat
Disadvantage:
The parts of the body are prone to friction: When long-haired dogs are active, the parts of the body may rub against the hair, causing tangles.
Poor fabric breathability: Some brands’ fabrics are not professional, making them prone to stuffiness and increasing the risk of hair tangling.
Loose or poorly designed raincoats
Disadvantage:
No cuffs on the legs: Water is prone to seep into the legs, and the hair is likely to tangle when it gets wet.
Excessive opening in the abdomen: For instance, in some raincoat designs, water is more likely to enter the abdomen, increasing the probability of tangling.
Third, select the key details
Fabric selection
Recommended material:
Lotus leaf waterproof fabric: Waterproof and soft, with good breathability, reducing hair friction.
High-density nylon or TPU coating: Wear-resistant and rainproof, reducing hair tangling caused by raincoat damage.
Pit-avoiding material:
PVC fabric: Thick and non-breathable, prone to stuffiness and heat, increasing the risk of hair tangling.
Putting on and taking off design
Recommended Design:
Side zipper or Velcro: Easy to put on and take off, reducing hair pulling.
Adjustable snap fasteners: Adjustable design, fit the body closely and prevent water from getting trapped.
Pit-avoidance design
Complex fasteners: Prone to fiber jamming, increasing the risk of tangling.
Details of hair protection
Recommended Design:
Smooth lining: Reduces friction with hair.
Leg closure design: Prevents water from entering the legs and reduces tangling of wet hair.
Pit-avoidance design
Rough lining: It is prone to rubbing against hair, causing tangles.
Fourth, daily care suggestions
Regularly comb hair:
After going out in the rain, comb your hair in time to prevent tangles.
Use anti-tangling spray:
Ruqi Yuji Knot Opening Spray reduces hair tangles.
Avoid wearing raincoats for a long time:
Raincoats have limited breathability. Wearing them for a long time can cause stuffiness and increase the risk of tangling.