$89.99
Best suited for
- Cold, wet winter hiking and snow where windproof insulation earns its place
- Short-coated breeds that need core warmth on the trail
Poor fit for
- Hot-weather use; this is an insulation jacket, not a cooling garment
Pros
- Water- and windproof softshell upper with a fleece-lined lower panel, per Ruffwear
- Insulated four-way-stretch fabric for warmth without restricting movement
- Front and back leash portals let it be worn over a harness
- Recycled polyester content
Cons
- An insulated jacket is the wrong tool in warm weather — reach for cooling gear instead
Overview
The Ruffwear Cloud Chaser is a cold-weather dog jacket intended for winter trails. Ruffwear positions it as a warm, weather-resistant layer for dogs tackling cold and wet conditions.
Construction and materials
According to Ruffwear, the Cloud Chaser pairs a water- and windproof softshell upper panel with a fleece-lined lower panel for warmth and moisture management. The fabric is an insulated, four-way-stretch material that contains recycled polyester, with StormSleeve stretch panels, a full-length zip, and front and back leash portals so it can be worn over a harness.
Warmth and weather
Ruffwear rates the Cloud Chaser 3 out of 5 for both warmth and waterproofness on its apparel comparison, positioning it for wet and cold conditions rather than extreme cold or full submersion.
Sizing
The Cloud Chaser is offered in multiple sizes from XXS up, fit by girth and length. Independent reviews note a weight around 9 ounces in size large.
Intended uses and limitations
Ruffwear intends the Cloud Chaser for cold-weather hiking, snow, and wet winter conditions — particularly for short-coated breeds that need core warmth. As an insulated jacket it is the wrong tool in warm weather, where cooling gear is appropriate instead.
Availability
The Cloud Chaser is available direct from Ruffwear and through retailers such as Amazon.
What the sources say — summary
Ruffwear describes the Cloud Chaser as an insulated cold-weather jacket with a water- and windproof softshell upper, a fleece-lined lower panel, four-way-stretch recycled-polyester insulation, StormSleeve panels, a full-length zip, and front and back leash portals.
Sources
This review is based on the Ruffwear Cloud Chaser product page and the Ruffwear Dog Apparel collection page.
Verified specifications
- Ruffwear
- Cloud Chaser
- Water- and windproof softshell upper panel, Fleece-lined lower panel, Insulated, four-way stretch fabric (contains recycled polyester), StormSleeve stretch panels
- Multiple sizes from XXS up (fit by girth and length)
Sizing & compatibility
Fit depends on your dog's measurements. Measure girth (the widest part of the ribcage) and consult the manufacturer's size chart before buying — a poor fit can cause chafing or let an escape-prone dog back out of the harness.
Sources & research
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- Manufacturer Cloud Chaser Dog Jacket
- Manufacturer Ruffwear Dog Apparel Collection