Buster Softshell Coat Black Pepper

CLASSIC BLACK FOR THE DOG WHO IS ALWAYS READY

Black Pepper is the colourway that goes with everything, requires no thought, and still looks sharp on a muddy Tuesday morning, which is most of the days that really count. The Buster Softshell Coat in Black Pepper pairs a waterproof and windproof outer with a warm fleece lining, a harness-compatible double zipper, leg strings and belly velcro for a close adjustable fit, and reflective tape and piping that work quietly in the background until the low light of a winter evening makes them useful; nine sizes mean there is a cut for every dog, from the smallest terrier to the largest shepherd.

Why it's a great choice

• Waterproof outer and warm fleece lining in a single coat: The Buster Softshell combines a waterproof and windproof outer with a soft fleece interior, delivering two things at once that most dog coats manage separately; the outer blocks wind and rain before they reach the dog, while the fleece lining holds warmth in, making this a coat that works on the coldest, wettest days rather than being suited to only one of those conditions at a time.

• Adjustable double zipper for use with any harness: The double zipper runs along the back and can be adjusted to leave an opening directly over the harness attachment point, so the coat can stay on while the lead is clipped in without any fiddling, readjusting, or removing it at the door; this is a detail that owners of harness-wearing dogs will use every single walk, and it removes one of the most common frustrations with dog coats that simply do not account for the harness underneath.

• Reflective tape and piping for low-light visibility: Reflective tape and piping are worked into the coat design rather than added as an afterthought, which means the dog is visible from a distance whenever a light source hits the coat; this matters most on the autumn and winter walks that happen in the dark, on country lanes where a car's headlights are the only illumination, and on shared paths where cyclists and runners approach fast with limited warning.

• Measure your dog before ordering: The Buster Softshell is available in 9 sizes to suit breeds ranging from small terriers through to large working dogs; to find the correct size, measure from the base of the collar to the base of the tail for back length, and around the widest point of the chest for girth. Please consult our How to Measure guide before placing your order.

Key benefits for your Dog

• Adjustable leg strings and belly velcro for a tailored fit: Adjustable leg strings and a velcro fastening at the stomach allow the coat to be fitted closely to the dog's individual shape, preventing the fabric from sagging, riding up, or flapping during movement; this level of adjustability is particularly useful for dogs with a deeper chest or narrower waist than their breed standard would suggest, and it makes the coat sit correctly on the first wear rather than requiring trial and error over multiple outings.

• Machine washable at 30 degrees for easy care: The coat is machine washable at 30 degrees, which makes keeping it clean straightforward for a garment that goes out in all weather; the waterproof outer and fleece lining both hold their properties through repeated washing, meaning the coat performs as well at the end of a muddy winter as it did at the start of it.

• Nine sizes to fit any breed, from terrier to shepherd: With nine sizes in the range, the Buster Softshell accommodates the full spread of dog sizes without the compromises that come from a narrow size range; owners can match both back length and chest girth to find a size that fits correctly in both dimensions, which is the difference between a coat that stays in place and one that twists, bunches, or restricts movement across the walk.

• Scandinavian design quality from a trusted veterinary brand: Buster is a brand within the Kruuse portfolio, a Danish veterinary company with decades of experience designing products for dogs that are used and trusted by professionals; the softshell coat reflects that background in the quality of its construction and the practical thinking behind its design details, from the harness-compatible zipper to the reinforced reflective trim.

A black pepper softshell dog coat with waterproof outer, warm fleece lining, harness-compatible double zipper, adjustable leg and belly fit, reflective safety details, and nine sizes, the go-to coat for any dog and any weather.