FAQ

Is the garment waterproof?

By K9 Wellness Team / June 13, 2017

The exterior shell is waterproof. The inner lining is NOT. The lining will dry quickly, but while the garment CAN be used in the water, it is not a neoprene vest INTENDED for water use.

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What is the garment made out of?

By K9 Wellness Team / June 13, 2017

A lightweight, 4 way stretch Lycra. This is very light, breathable and stretchable for maximal comfort and safety.

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How long can my dog wear his Lycra Bodysuit?

By K9 Wellness Team / June 13, 2017

This is a 4 way stretch Tricot Lycra that s highly durable and machine washable. It is lightweight and breathable. It can be worn in water, and has been color fasted to reduce and color bleeding (we recommend washing the garment after confirming it is the correct size for your dog). It is similar to…

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Will the K9 Top Coat flatten my dog’s wavy coat?

By K9 Wellness Team / June 13, 2017

The Lycra Bodysuit is great for keeping wavy coats flat in breeds like Golden Retrievers, Irish Setters, English Setters, and Labradors. The Lycra stretches so much that you can get a snug fit to flatten the coat while still maintaining the comfort and flexibility your dog deserves. Because the bodysuit does flatten the dogs coat,…

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If the Waterproof Bodysuit gets wet, will the dye bleed into my dog’s fur?

By K9 Wellness Team / June 1, 2017

No. The material is color fasted. However, we recommend that after you are satisfied that the fit is correct, wash the Waterproof Bodysuit in cold water and line dry. This will ensure there is no bleeding of color onto your dog’s fur.

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If the Lycra Bodysuit gets wet, will the dye bleed into my dog’s fur?

By K9 Wellness Team / June 1, 2017

No. The material is color fasted. However, we recommend that after you are satisfied that the fit is correct, wash the Lycra Bodysuit in cold water and line dry. This will ensure there is no bleeding of color onto your dog’s fur.

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Is the Lycra Bodysuit easy to put on?

By K9 Wellness Team / May 30, 2017

Yes. Simply unzip the abdominal zippers (some styles have zippers at the bottom of the sleeves, if so unzip those). Slip the garment over the dogs head (like a turtleneck), slide the front legs through the sleeves. Then slide the back legs through the sleeves and zip the abdominal zipper (and zip all 4 sleeves,…

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How do I clean the Comfort Coat?

By K9 Wellness Team / May 30, 2017

Wash the garment in cold water, gentle cycle, with minimal detergent-or Woolite. Line dry. You can place the garment in the dryer on low head also.

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Is the Waterproof Bodysuit easy to put on?

By K9 Wellness Team / May 13, 2017

Yes. Simply unzip the abdominal zippers and undo the Velcro on the bottom of the legs. Slip the garment over the dogs head (like a turtleneck), slide the front legs through the sleeves. Then slide the back legs through the sleeves and Velcro all 4 legs. Then zip the abdominal zipper. Pull the zipper flap…

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Is the Lycra Bodysuit waterproof?

By K9 Wellness Team / May 13, 2017

No. The waterproof Bodysuit is completely waterproof. The Lycra garment can be Scotch Guarded to help it repel water, but the material is not waterproof. Though the fur may get damp, the Lycra Bodysuit will keep mud and debris off a dogs body. Many folks choose to use the Lycra Bodysuit as an undergarment or…

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