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Zip-Back Fleece Vest
This is the easiest dog vest you (and your dog) will ever use. Simply lay it on the ground, align your dog's front feet with the openings, pull it up, and zip up the back. It's so fast, your dog won't even realize it's on until it's all zipped up. Small opening to allow lead access; collar secures with a hook-and-loop fastener. Measurement reflects neck-to-tail length. To determine the correct size, measure from the base of the neck to the base of the tail. Polyester. Washable. Imported.
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Rating Snapshot (48 reviews)
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35 of 48(73%)reviewers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Zip-Back Fleece Vest
Review 1 for Zip-Back Fleece Vest
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fleece vest,
March 11, 2013
By: surf
from torrance, ca.
"our boxer loves the vest, and keeps her warm on the cool morning hours.."
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Review 2 for Zip-Back Fleece Vest
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Great Product,
February 15, 2013
By: 1Colonel
from Memphis TN
"Easy to put on and take off; washes and dries well."
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Review 3 for Zip-Back Fleece Vest
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New sizes recommended,
February 7, 2013
By: maggieandbentleysmom
from Gurnee, il
"I would suggest two sets of sizes for these jackets. As mom to 2 poodles with very deep chests and very narrow waists, no vests on the market fits them well. These otherwise seem very well designed, although velcro would be easier than zippers. But just as women;s sizes have "misses", "petite"s and "womens", dogs are "deep chested" , or "regular"."
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Review 4 for Zip-Back Fleece Vest
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Fleece Dog Coat,
January 30, 2013
By: Denverite
from Denver, CO
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"We have a 60 lb. Boxer and this coat works great in the cold weather we experience in the Colorado mountains. It's easy to put on and can just be thrown in the wash."
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Review 5 for Zip-Back Fleece Vest
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almost perfect,
January 21, 2013
By: ScarySara
from Wales, UK
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"We have a GSDxLurcher shaped dog, I would have said the shape of the dog in the picture but as a lot of other people have said the fit is not great becasue the leg holes are in the wrong place, they are too far back. Having said that it's fine for long walks but I wouldn't leave him in it all day as I think eventually it would rub. The material is lovely and keeps him lovely and warm. I love the fact his underneath is covered - he has allergies and scratches a lot of his fur off and this covers all the places other coats don't and where he is a bit threadbase. Also the material does not create static and give him shocks like his old coat does. Red colour is great too and the zip down the back and velcro fastening are genius"
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Review 6 for Zip-Back Fleece Vest
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Dog Sweatshirt,
January 16, 2013
By: Lena1
from Simi Valley, Ca
"These run small in circcumference I had to buy the next size larger for my Westie. Also the zipper doesn't meet the color of the jacket so there's a strange gap there. Unfortunatley this was my only choice for a top zip option. The jackets they had last year were 10x better and we were also able to add out dogs name on it. This one has the name Orvis on the rearend of the dog"
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Review 7 for Zip-Back Fleece Vest
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wonderful coat, wish the fit was better.,
January 14, 2013
By: GingerD
from Chicago, IL
"Beautiful coat, soft and warm. Easy step-in (after the dog is trained to do it!), quick zip. Fit was a problem: shoulder-to-legs so tight (for a thin short-hair) that it 'hobbled' her movement - not good for an active hunter!! We tried wearing it twice, no good, I had to return it. I cleaned it before the return- it washed beautifully!"
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Review 8 for Zip-Back Fleece Vest
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Warm stylish pup!,
December 30, 2012
By: Pengwen
from New Orleans, LA
"Out Harry seems to really like the fleece jacket. Easy to get on, but wish the zipper would stay in a locked/closed position when using a harness. Perfect when the temps dip into the low 40's. he even seems to prance when wearing it :))"
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Review 9 for Zip-Back Fleece Vest
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THE BEST DOG VEST WE HAVE HAD,
December 28, 2012
By: RURALLADY1
from NORTHEAST OHIO
"OUR DOGS LOVE THEIR NEW FLEECE VESTS AND THEY ARE SO EASY TO PUT ON WITH THE ZIPPER ON THE TOP AND THE VELCRO CLOSURE - THANKS FOR HAVING SUCH A CONVENIENT AND WELL MADE PRODUCT"
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Review 10 for Zip-Back Fleece Vest
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Didn't work for us,
December 26, 2012
By: GeorgesFriend
"George is a mid-sized dog. Weighs 47 lbs and is a Vizsla. I ordered a med. 1st. Way too small then ordered a lrg. Also, too small. I guess his chest is deep/broad because this vest just binds under his front legs and won't zip when you get above his front legs. It's just not made for an athletic built dog. Too bad. The green looked great with his beautiful auburn coat!"
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Review 11 for Zip-Back Fleece Vest
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little fleece miracle,
December 19, 2012
By: dilly6
from newcastle uk
"this coat is excellent for bad cold weather to keep your best pal dry and snug
it washes excellently too"
it washes excellently too"
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Review 12 for Zip-Back Fleece Vest
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not the same,
December 11, 2012
By: lindaunhappy
"I purchased this same fleece dog coat about 4 years ago and I was extremely happy with the quality and fit .The one I just purchased is no where the same quality and fit and I am very unhappy with it. I hope you go back to the other company that made the coat before because there is no comparison between the two!"
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Review 13 for Zip-Back Fleece Vest
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Excellent coat,
December 3, 2012
By: pbeaty
from Texas
"True to size fitting charts. Most coats pull at the neck and front legs due to big chested dogs but this one does not. The back zipper makes it much easy to put on her. Just step in and zips up. She loves having it on! Perfect for cold night camping. I would highly recommend this coat."
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Review 14 for Zip-Back Fleece Vest
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not for the deep-chested dog,
December 2, 2012
By: muttmama
"Our little dog has some sighthound in her, and so has a very deep chest. This vest would have been lovely for her to be able to wear in the house at night, except that it was taut between her neck and front legs. Looking at the catalog photo, I see it is also very tight through the chest of the dog that is modelling the vest."
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Review 15 for Zip-Back Fleece Vest
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Please read below....,
November 26, 2012
By: mjbuck
from Michigan's Upper Peninsula
"Leg holes are in an odd position and I sat wondering what dog breed has its leg so far back that this would fit them. I have a German Shorthair Pointer and with the deep chest and tapered waist, it was hard to find a size that fits. That is not the fault of the manufacturer, that's just how it is with GSPs. The material is medium to lightweight and does provide warmth. The zipper is convenient, as is the velcro strap on the back of the neck. I suspect the zipper will be the first to go. It is metal, but I don't fell real confident about its durability. All in all, the jacket is "okay", but deinately not worth the price we paid. If you have a GSP, order the next larger size, otherwise it will fit your dogs waist and be so tight around the chest and legs they won't be able to run."
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Review 16 for Zip-Back Fleece Vest
Overall Rating:
Poor fit,
November 26, 2012
By: VTdoggieMom
from Bradford, VT
"Purchased these for two very different dogs. One 75 pound Belgian the other 30 pound Sato. The leg openings are not placed properly. My Sato would not even move in it and she wears a fleece 24/7 as soon as fall arrives. I was not surprised it didn't fit the Belgian given their shape, but I've never had an issue with the Sato. I'll continue to order from Austrailia to get her favorite best fitting fleece."
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Review 17 for Zip-Back Fleece Vest
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Warm and pretty,
November 26, 2012
By: GirlDanesarecool
from Madison, WI
"The end of the zipper does not go all the way to the collar leaving a whole about three inches in diameter on her back. The collar and the legs are quite loose on our lady Dane who is 95 pounds. I'd have liked to see the legs come down over her elbows though she seems fine with it. I love the red color and the way the underside fits her so perfectly. The ease of on and off due to the zipper is also appreciated."
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Review 18 for Zip-Back Fleece Vest
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Fleece Vest,
November 26, 2012
By: Cathi
from Sacramento, CA
"I purchased this for my elderly labrador and it lasted about a week and the zipper pull fell off. He gets cold in the winter and i was hoping he could use it for years to come but it ended up being a waste of money because now it just sits there and I'm not sure what to do with it. If I send it back and order another one I will end up paying additional shipping charges and have to wait for it to be delivered. Plus, it wasn't inexepensive. I would not recommend this product."
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Review 19 for Zip-Back Fleece Vest
Overall Rating:
Dog fleece,
November 19, 2012
By: FranM
from South East
"Easy to put on and very warm on cold,frosty walks. However to get the size right for the girth this means the leg holes are a little wide apart. Otherwise all good"
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Review 20 for Zip-Back Fleece Vest
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Most comfortable dog jacket,
November 19, 2012
By: Lisha
from Winston-Salem, NC
"We absolutely love this fleece step-in jacket for our wiggly boxer. The fit is great. It feels soft to the touch and he seems to feel like he's just walking around in his own skin when he wears it. It seems very durable, which is critical. It's easy to put on and take off. He's comfortable sleeping all night in it as well as playing in it. I will definitely buy more when more colors are available."
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