Neoprene Vests & Their Uses for Dogs

Just like with people, dog safety equipment is saving lives. Your dog can benefit from wearing a neoprene safety vest on many occasions. Veterinarians and dog experts recommend dog vests for accident prevention and for body temperature regulation. Neoprene dog vests should be worn when dogs are around water, walking at night, hunting and when temperatures are extreme.

  1. Flotation

    • Whenever your dog is around water, whether swimming, riding in a boat, or while on a hunting expedition, a neoprene flotation vest should be worn. Accidents happen, and while statistics on dog drownings remain difficult to quantify, the experts at the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) advise, "not all dogs are good swimmers." Since dog's are instinctively drawn to water for regulating body temperature when they are overheated, they are especially susceptible to drowning.

    Defensive Measure

    • Dogs that are used for hunting, and those that spend time in the wilderness, should wear neoprene safety vests for protection against animal attacks. Hunting dogs can be injured by wild animals and the vest helps protect the dog's vital organs. Dogs that are likely to come into contact with poisonous snakes, or venomous creatures, have a better chance of survival when they have the extra protection provided by wearing a safety vest.

    Night Safety

    • As most dog owners know, accidents do happen. Responsible dog owners agree that a dog wearing a brightly colored vest while on walks is much more visible to drivers than a dog who is not wearing a vest. Plus, if your dog happens to wander off, he will be much easier to locate if he is wearing a vest.

    Regulating Body Temperature

    • Dogs in the wild instinctively devise ways to regulate their body temperatures. As responsible pet owners we must be cognizant of this necessity and make provisions for our dogs. When our dogs are exposed to extreme heat, a neoprene vest, specifically designed to be filled with water, will aid in our dog's natural ability to keep cool. Dogs exposed to extremely cold weather can benefit from vests that will help them retain body heat.