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The Coolest Dogs
Wear Chillybuddy

Wear it dry or damp. We developed the best lightweight cooling jacket to keep dogs safe in a range of hot climates.

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Safely enjoy outdoor activities

Whether playing outside or going on an adventurous hike, Chillybuddy jackets will help keep your buddy's body temperatures in safer ranges.
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Keep your dog cool from the start

On a 90°F day, wearing a Chillybuddy Cooling Jacket can lower the coat temperature from 145° F to 103° F, a reduction of almost 30%.
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Peace of mind with preventative care

Cooling jackets can significantly lower coat temperature, protect underlying skin from sunburn, and shield the coats of show dogs from bleaching by the sun.

Get the right size for the best jacket fit

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Petite

$57.95
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Chillybuddy Cooling Jacket

XS

$60.95
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Chillybuddy Cooling Jacket

S

$63.95
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M

$68.95
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Chillybuddy Cooling Jacket

Large 24

$74.95
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Large 27

$76.95
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XL

$80.95
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XXL

$85.95
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Pictured above are Chillybuddy jackets in our Light Blue Edging and Light Blue Belly Strap.

Size and colors unfortunately go out of stock. Make sure to double-check your size, jacket edging color, and belly strap color selection before checking out.

Chillybuddy vs. the Alternatives

See how Chillybuddy outperforms other cooling vests.

CHILLYBUDDY
EVAPORATIVE VESTS
GEL / ICE PACK VESTS
Keeps your dog cooler in the heat Yes
Lightweight & breathable Works dry or damp, with open airflow design
No water or prep required Grab and go, no soaking or freezing needed
Works in humidity Effective even in humid air
All-day use duration All-day dry or re-dampened
Reflects direct sunlight Reflects up to 70% of solar rays
Sun / UV coat protection Covers the entire back
Easy to care for Wash and go
Reflective vest for night walks Yes
Doubles as a Superhero Cape Yes, triples as a cool astronaut outfit
Yes
Light when dry, heavier when soaked; airflow varies
Must be soaked before use
Evaporation fails in humid air
Must be re-wet
No*
Yes, but coverage varies by style
Prone to mildew if stored damp
No*
No*
Yes
Ice packs add weight; limited airflow
Packs must be frozen before use
Works, only when packs are cold
1–2 hours, extend w/ extra packs in cooler
No*
Yes, but coverage varies by style
Wash shell and refreeze packs
No*
No*

*Quick note: There are lots of great dog jackets out there. We created this comparison based on the evaporative and gel/ice-pack cooling jackets we know best, but features can vary by brand and model. We have not reviewed every option on the market, so if you spot something that needs an update, please let us know.

Chillybuddy doesn’t stop working when it dries out or when the ice melts. It works by preventing the dog from absorbing more heat from the sun.

Chillybuddy vs.
the Alternatives

See how Chillybuddy outperforms other cooling vests.

Tap a feature to compare side by side.

Keeps your dog cooler in the heat
Chillybuddy Yes
Evaporative Vests Yes
Gel / Ice Pack Vests Yes
Lightweight & breathable
Chillybuddy Works dry or damp, with open airflow design
Evaporative Vests Light when dry, heavier when soaked; airflow varies
Gel / Ice Pack Vests Ice packs add weight; limited airflow
No water or prep required
Chillybuddy Grab and go, no soaking or freezing needed
Evaporative Vests Must be soaked before use
Gel / Ice Pack Vests Packs must be frozen before use
Works in humidity
Chillybuddy Effective even in humid air
Evaporative Vests Evaporation fails in humid air
Gel / Ice Pack Vests Works, only when packs are cold
All-day use duration
Chillybuddy All-day dry or re-dampened
Evaporative Vests Must be re-wet
Gel / Ice Pack Vests 1–2 hours, extend w/ extra packs in cooler
Reflects direct sunlight
Chillybuddy Reflects up to 70% of solar rays
Evaporative Vests No*
Gel / Ice Pack Vests No*
Sun / UV coat protection
Chillybuddy Covers the entire back
Evaporative Vests Yes, but coverage varies by style
Gel / Ice Pack Vests Yes, but coverage varies by style
Easy to care for
Chillybuddy Wash and go
Evaporative Vests Prone to mildew if stored damp
Gel / Ice Pack Vests Wash shell and refreeze packs
Reflective vest for night walks
Chillybuddy Yes
Evaporative Vests No*
Gel / Ice Pack Vests No*
Doubles as a Superhero Cape
Chillybuddy Yes, triples as a cool astronaut outfit
Evaporative Vests No*
Gel / Ice Pack Vests No*

*Quick note: There are lots of great dog jackets out there. We created this comparison based on the evaporative and gel/ice-pack cooling jackets we know best, but features can vary by brand and model. We have not reviewed every option on the market, so if you spot something that needs an update, please let us know.

Reflect when dry. Evaporate when damp.

20+ years ago we set out to engineer cooling solution that fixes the biggest flaw of most cooling vests. A silver, breathable outer knit helps reflect up to 70% of infrared solar radiation even when the Chillybuddy cooling jacket is bone dry. A lightweight cotton-mesh inner layer supports airflow and, when dampened, adds evaporative cooling. Making the jacket damp, in our case, is a boost to the cooling and not a requirement. Simply put, you don't have to prep our cooling jacket to use it. Keep it in your travel bag and it's ready to help.
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Cooling jackets are for preventative care

The goal of our lightweight cooling jacket is to keep a dog's body temperature cooler, for longer, by blocking the sun and allowing airflow. This doesn't mean a dog can't overheat.

Think of it this way, you might wear a mesh cap or a wicking long sleeve before going out in the sun. This works by acting as a passive cooling shield. It reflects solar radiation away while actively allowing your body heat to escape and get a cooling effecting.

DID YOU KNOW? 🤔 With Chillybuddy, you can dampen the jacket with cool water to boost the effectiveness. Don't worry, our jackets work when dry too. Keep one in your go bag.
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Stay safe in the heat

Our dogs depend on us to keep them safe. We can do this with some simple planning by providing them water, look for shade spots, take breaks, and use protective gear.
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Overheating & Heatstroke

Without shade, a dog’s internal temperature can spike to a deadly 106°F+, causing irreversible organ failure. Under bad conditions, it can be fatal. Keep alert for signs.
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Inefficient Cooling; They Pant to Cool

While humans sweat to stay cool, dogs mainly rely on panting, environmental factors, gear, and coat care.
Side note: High heat + Humidity makes panting way less efficient.
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Heavy Panting Dehydration Spike

Heavy panting drains a dog's water reserves quickly, shocking their kidneys and cardiovascular system. While panting helps them, they need to recover or the tank will go empty.
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Ground-Level Cooking

Because dogs are low to the ground, they absorb intense rising radiant heat from baked asphalt and concrete. It's hot on the ground floor.

Cool buddies from around the world 😎

Check out these amazing models, from throughout the years, with fantastic taste in stylish cooling gear. 📸
Send us your pictures, and we'll share your buddy's majestic glamour shot with the world.
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A brown long-haired dog wearing a Chillybuddy cooling jacket sits on a grassy field, with people and another dog in the background.
Three dogs sitting on a grassy lawn outdoors, each wearing a reflective silver summer dog coat.
A small white poodle wearing a silver pet jacket and a black harness, sitting on a white boat deck in bright sunlight.
A black schnauzer terrier dog sitting on green grass, wearing a silver Chillybuddy cooling jacket.

What customers have said 💬

See more testimonials here. Knowing that we've made a difference in the lives of our customers is honestly the reason why we keep on trying our best to keep Chillybuddy going. We want to keep dogs safer and around for longer. Reach out to say hi at any point. It means the world to us.

"I have two yorkies, both of which hate the heat. I can't even get them to walk during the day once the temperature gets above 70 degrees. Now, with their new Chillybuddy Cooling Jackets they are happy to go on walks and play in the middle of even the hottest days! What an absolutely wonderful product, the best that I've seen hit the market in a long time. And equally as amazing is the customer service. I haven't seen customer service like what is offered through this company, not just in years, but in decades. Amazing product and amazing customer service – an unbeatable combination!"

Tonda K.

Ashburn, VA

"Chillybuddy Cooling Jacket is definitely a miracle--it worked so well on Kiki! The Chillybuddy had immediate impact on the temperature of my dog's coat. I could not believe how long she will stay outside in the sun and enjoy it."

Charlie G.

Annapolis, MD

"Really cool product (pun entirely intended!). The dog loves it and is now really enjoying her afternoon walks instead of laying down in protest halfway through. Thanks for a remarkable product. I've already recommended it to all the neighbors. Bella is a great spokesdog for the product, especially with that stunning silver color on her black coat."

Nancy B.

West Boynton Beach, FL

Already a Chillybuddy fan? 🥰 We'd love to hear from you and to share your support with the world!

If you have a moment to share how Chillybuddy has helped your household with other people considering us, we'd absolutely appreciate the review. Please include pictures of your chilly bud too.

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Created in 2007

Our product has stood the test of time and we're proud to stand behind it.
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Made in the USA

We're based in North Carolina and our jackets are also manufactured here.

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Small team, big mission

It all started with a simple mission: keep dogs safer in the heat. This is true to this day.