05/22/2026
Make a Splash This Summer ☀️🐶
Summer is around the corner, and you know what that means... longer days, weekend road trips, and endless outdoor adventures with your favorite four-legged friend.
But before you hit the trails or dive into the lake, you need to make sure your pup is equipped for the heat and the water with these essential Ruffwear items.
Here is your ultimate summer gear guide:
1. Safety First: Ruffwear Float Coat™ Life Jacket
Whether your dog is an experienced dock-diver or just learning to paddle, a high-quality life jacket is a must. The Ruffwear Float Coat is the gold standard of canine flotation vests.
Why we love it: It features strategically placed foam panels that support your dog’s natural swimming position, a strong low-profile handle to help them back into the boat, and reflective trim for high visibility.
Perfect for: Boating, paddleboarding, kayaking, and surf-side splashing.
2. Beat the Heat: Ruffwear Swamp Cooler™ Neck Gaiter
Dogs can’t sweat like we do, which means beating the summer heat requires a little extra help. The Swamp Cooler Neck Gaiter is a game-changer for hot afternoon walks.
Why we love it: It uses natural evaporative cooling to release heat from your dog's core. Just soak it in cold water, wring it out, and slip it over your dog's head. As the water evaporates, it pulls heat away from their body.
Perfect for: Hot midday walks, beach days, and backyard hangouts.
3. Make Waves: Ruffwear Floating Throw Toys
No beach or pool day is complete without a game of fetch! Normal tennis balls can get waterlogged and sink, but Ruffwear’s water toys are built for the waves. Check out the Lunker™ Floating Throw Toy or the Hydro Plane™ Floating Disc.
Why we love it: They are made with recycled foam cores that guarantee they float high on the water, making them incredibly easy for your dog to spot and grab while swimming. Plus, they are soft on your dog’s mouth!
Perfect for: High-energy water fetch fanatics.
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