Salmon Pink
Aurora Teal
Blue Mist (475)Aurora Teal
Aurora Teal
Aurora Teal
Aurora Teal
Aurora Teal
Swamp Cooler Zip™ Cooling Do
Aurora Teal
Aurora Teal
Blue Mist
Blue Mist
Blue Mist
Blue Mist
Blue Mist
Blue Mist
Swamp Cooler Zip™ Cooling Do
Blue Mist
Salmon Pink
Salmon Pink
Salmon Pink
Salmon Pink
Salmon Pink
Swamp Cooler Zip™ Cooling Do
Salmon Pink
Salmon Pink
4.7
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
36 Reviews

Swamp Cooler Zip™ Cooling Dog Vest

lightweight cooling dog vest

Color

Selected: Aurora Teal

The Swamp Cooler Zip efficiently cools dogs during light and fast, high-intensity adventures through shading and evaporative cooling. The light and sleek Swamp Cooler Zip uses shade-providing spandex over the back and Ruffwear’s Swamp Cooler™ tech in the chest panel for an evaporative cooling effect that disperses heat from the dog’s core. To tap into the Swamp Cooler™ tech, soak in water, zip on your dog, and go.

What's New: We updated the Swamp Cooler Zip (formerly known as the Jet Stream) with new materials to hold more water and a longer charge, and new patterning and construction for an improved fit and performance.

How does Swamp Cooler™ Tech work? Learn more about evaporative cooling and other ways to keep your dog cool here.

Features

UPF 50+ COVERAGE

UPF 50+ COVERAGE

Lightweight spandex back provides shade and is UPF rated to 50+.

VEST STYLE

VEST STYLE

Formfitting vest cut for fast and light athletic endeavors.

SWAMP COOLER™ TECH

SWAMP COOLER™ TECH

Three-layer construction in chest panel cools the core when wet.

  • Formfitting with a zippered closure to keep cooling effect close to the body

  • Oversized armholes allow full range of motion

  • Lightweight spandex back panel rated to UPF 50+

  • Wicking outer layer reflects heat and facilitates evaporation

  • Absorbent middle layer stores water for evaporation

  • Mesh lining keeps dog dry and comfortable

Materials & Care

  • Materials

    • Upper: Nylon-spandex blend
    • Outer Layer: Polyester air mesh
    • Middle Layer: Polyester non-woven felt
    • Lining: Dry-weave polyester mesh
    • Zipper: YKK Vislon zipper
    • Made in Vietnam
  • Care

    • Secure fasteners
    • Wash in cold water
    • Gentle cycle
    • Mild detergent
    • Air dry

Find The Right Size For Your Dog

Measurement is around the widest part of the rib cage.

Sizing Chart

Measurement is around the widest part of the rib cage. In between sizes? Choose the larger size.

FIT GUIDE

While each style of Ruffwear apparel is designed for its intended use, this guide generalizes our fits in three ways. The Swamp Cooler Zip™ is Formfitting with a zippered closure to keep the cooling effect close to the body.

Formfitting Regular Fit Relaxed Fit
Snug and conforms to the body’s contours. Can be worn standalone or layered under Relaxed apparel. Tailored with a bit of wiggle room. Can be worn standalone or layered under Relaxed apparel. A loose fit that drapes the body. Can be worn standalone or over Regular or Formfitting apparel. Works well for hard-to-fit dog shapes and sizes.
Girth Size
13 - 17 in (33 - 43 cm) XXS
17 - 22 in (43 - 56 cm) XS
22 - 27 in (56 - 69 cm) S
27 - 32 in (69 - 81 cm) M
32 - 36 in (81 - 91 cm) L
36 - 42 in (91 - 107 cm) XL
Select Size

13-17 in (33-43 cm)

Trail Tested Promise

All of our products are rigorously field tested and we proudly guarantee against defects in materials and craftsmanship.

Ratings & Reviews

4.7
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
Based on 36 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 28 Total 4 star reviews: 5 Total 3 star reviews: 3 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0
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  • Juels L.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Yesterday
    A must for summer hikes!

    Fits great under a backpack or a harness. Keeps m black GSD cool. Not as bulky as her cooling coat and seems less likely to snag. Fits snug but easy to put on with the side zipper. She is often between sizes in RuffWear and hard to fit. We went with a size large in this. 72lbs, 31.5 “long from collar to base of tail. 31.5” girth

  • Michaela R.
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    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    Perfect to wear under service dog gear

    This helps keep my service dog cool in the warm weather and is slim enough that he can wear it under his service dog vest. The zipper feature allows for me to easily put it on him and not have to lean too much. This folds up nicely to pack in a backpack. Breed: standard poodle, wears a medium.

  • MaKayla N.
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    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 months ago
    Loki and Kali approved

    These vests have been great! We live in Arizona and the heat has held us back until now. They wear the vests with their booties to stay protected from the harsh sun/heat.

  • Sata M.
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    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 months ago
    Crazy setter approved!

    My English setter is in GO time all the time. He easily can overheat himself. This cooling vest has helped regulate him so he can play a little longer without overdoing it. I love Ruffwear products so much. I couldn’t ask for better quality or customer service.

  • Katherine G.
    Flag of United States
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Love the Chill Vest

    Bought our first for our Maggie (passed - Nov 2021). Ruffwear was recommended to us by a local K-9 officer. We checked them out and bought one for Maggie and she loved it! Worked terrific, fit like a dream and really helped keep her cool in the back yard, on walks and runs in summer as well as in the car when traveling. After her passing we adopted 2 pups and got a vest for each. They wear them all the time when out in the back yard (we moved from Ill to Tenn last summer and it is considerably hotter here than back home). They have discovered open water - so our next purchase will be life vests for each to help keep them safe.

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