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All dog bathrobes & drying coats

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This page brings together ways to dry a wet dog: hooded microfiber drying robes, absorbent towelling pet bathrobes, super-absorbent microfiber drying towels, towels with hand pockets for a better grip, quick-dry bath towels, and a hooded raincoat and towel set. They are for dogs who swim, roll in wet grass, come home from rainy walks or have just had a bath, and for owners who would rather not have a soaked dog shaking on the couch. The guide below covers choosing and using one.

Why use a drying coat

A wet dog cools quickly, especially small, short-coated and senior dogs, and a damp coat brings dirt and moisture onto furniture and floors. A drying coat or robe wraps your dog in an absorbent layer that soaks up water while your dog moves around, so they dry faster and stay warmer.

Drying coats are popular after swims, beach trips, muddy walks and baths. They also help dogs who dislike a hair dryer, since the coat does much of the work quietly. Long and thick coats can stay damp close to the skin for hours, and a robe speeds that up.

Microfiber versus towelling

Microfiber is light, very absorbent and quick to dry, and it lifts water and dirt from the coat efficiently. It packs small for the car or a beach bag. Towelling robes feel softer and heavier, similar to a bath towel, and suit dogs who like to snuggle after a bath.

Hooded robes cover the head and ears, which helps after swimming. Towels with hand pockets let you rub a dog down quickly without the towel slipping, and they are handy for wiping paws at the door.

Sizing a drying robe

Drying robes are sized like coats. The AKC recommends measuring back length from the base of the neck to the base of the tail, chest girth just behind the front legs, and neck girth. A drying coat should fit a little looser than a regular coat so it can be put on quickly over a wet dog.

Check that the robe covers the back and sides well and fastens securely at the chest and belly, so it stays on while your dog moves. Hoods should sit comfortably without covering the eyes.

Using and washing a drying coat

Squeeze or towel off excess water first, then put the robe on and let your dog rest somewhere warm for 15 to 30 minutes. Take it off once your dog is mostly dry, and brush the coat to prevent tangles. Do not leave a damp robe on for hours, since it holds moisture against the skin.

Wash microfiber without fabric softener, which clogs the fibers and reduces absorbency, and air-dry or tumble on low heat. Shake out hair before washing. Keeping two robes means one is always dry for the next wet walk.

Do dog drying coats work?

Yes. They absorb water from the coat while your dog moves around, so your dog dries faster, stays warmer and brings less moisture onto furniture. Microfiber is especially absorbent.

How long should my dog wear a drying coat?

Usually 15 to 30 minutes, after squeezing out excess water. Remove it once your dog is mostly dry, rather than leaving a damp robe on for hours.

Is microfiber good for drying dogs?

Yes. Microfiber is light, highly absorbent and dries quickly. Wash it without fabric softener so it keeps its absorbency. It also packs small enough to keep in the car for muddy walks and beach trips.

What size drying coat does my dog need?

Measure back length, chest girth and neck girth. Choose a slightly looser fit than a regular coat so you can put it on quickly over a wet dog.

Can a drying coat replace a hair dryer?

For many short and medium coats, yes. Thick, long or double coats may still need a dryer on a low setting to dry fully to the skin.