How to Fit the Powder Hound Waterproof Insulated Coverall

Quick answer

Measure your dog's chest girth and back length, then choose the Powder Hound size that covers both without pulling at the shoulders. Fit it with the chest zipper sealed and the StormSleeves sitting over the front legs, then watch your dog walk, sit, and squat before you head outside.

Fitting steps for the Powder Hound Coverall

1. Measure chest girth and back length: Use a soft tape around the widest part of the ribcage, just behind the front legs, and measure from the base of the neck to the base of the tail. Write both numbers down before checking the size options. Common mistake: measuring over a thick coat or sweater and then fitting the coverall over the same layers, which can push you up a size unnecessarily. Measure the dog as they will be dressed, not over extra layers unless you plan to layer.
2. Choose the size that clears the shoulders: Compare your chest and back measurements to the available sizes. The chest girth should allow the shell to close without pulling the front legs together, and the back length should reach toward the tail without bunching at the neck. If one measurement falls between sizes, size for the chest and shoulder movement first. A slightly long back is easier to live with than a chest that restricts the stride.
3. Put the coverall on and seal the chest zipper: Slide the StormSleeves over the front legs first, then bring the chest panel into place and close the zipper flat. Check that the zipper seal sits smooth against the chest and does not fold or gap. Common mistake: zipping before the sleeves are seated, which twists the shoulder fabric. Run a finger along the closed zipper to confirm it lies flat.
4. Check the leg openings and sleeve placement: Each StormSleeve should cover the front leg without twisting and should not ride up over the elbow when the dog stands. The rear opening should clear the hind legs and tail. Adjust the position by smoothing the shell from the neck toward the tail rather than pulling at the legs. Twisted sleeves are a fit problem, not a sizing problem—reset before judging the size.
5. Run the movement test: Walk your dog on a leash, ask for a sit, and let them squat to urinate. Watch for the coverall pulling at the shoulders, the back hem lifting, or the chest zipper opening. If the shell stays in place through all three movements, the fit is workable for cold-day walks. Test on a dry indoor floor first so you can see the fit without weather distraction.
6. Recheck after the first outdoor walk: After a short walk in wet or windy conditions, check the chest zipper, the sleeve openings, and the back hem for rubbing or gaps. A coverall that felt fine indoors can shift once the dog trots and turns. If it does, adjust the leg placement or reconsider the size before longer outings. The first walk is a fitting appointment, not a final verdict.

Product facts

• Powder Hound™ Waterproof Insulated Coverall: Waterproof, windproof shell paired with high-loft recycled insulation. The shell blocks wet and wind while the loft holds warmth, so the fit should leave room for the insulation to sit without compressing it.

  

• Powder Hound™ Waterproof Insulated Coverall: Articulated stretch StormSleeves and a chest zipper seal. The sleeves need to sit over the front legs without twisting, and the chest zipper must close flat so the seal does not gap.