Dog PFDs

[spirit4earth]

I'm going to try the Ezydog Micro----ordered from Amazon with an easy return policy.  A local store has the Henry and Clemmies cfd, which I might also try.
I'll post the pros and cons of these vests later!

[spirit4earth]

I got the Ezydog and the Henry and Clemmies life jackets for my dog.  I haven't been able to compare flotation yet, though I did dunk her in the bathtub with the Ezydog vest on and she was able to swim a bit.  Both seem decently made, though not quite as nice as a Ruffwear, which doesn't fit her.  More on this later!

[SUP Sports ®]

Personally I don't see how pricing is an issue ($79.95) when it comes to a family member...fit, function, and quality are my main determinants...

Here's an online order link:
http://surfingsports.com/xstore.asp#!/~/product/category=6187085&id=34402581

Here’s Four Good Reasons Why Your Dog Needs A Dog Flotation Vest, Even If He’s A Great Swimmer   

Dogs are sprinters, not stayers in the water:
They go in and out of the water, fetching or chasing, with short rest periods where they put their paws down and rest. If they have to swim even a modest distance they will exhaust quickly and once that happens, they sink.

Moving or cold water is extra tiring:   
Swimming even modest distances in cold, moving or deep water is challenging for even the most capable doggy paddler. Exhaustion and hypothermia both limit your dog’s natural swimming ability.

We Are Changing The Behaviour Of Our Dog To Suit Our Adventures:   
The on-water environment has some new challenges for your dog. Balancing on a SUP or kayak, different smells and sounds, the changing energy of the people around them as adrenalin rises and falls all affect your dog. Fitting a comfortable, well-designed and well-fitted dog flotation vest will help him swim more comfortably for longer, and give you a secure harness in which to lift him if he struggles.

Dog Overboard Rescues Are Easier:
Rescuing a struggling dog from the water can be difficult. Having some kind of secure, well-fitted lifting harness around your dog in the water makes it easier to hold and lift your dog. It reduces the risk of them swamping you, and makes the whole experience more comfortable for them.

Wardog. I need to get a small shipped to the house for Bonnie Bell. I'll call you tomorrow with the info... Super-glad I saw this... Paddle on,  JD

Aloha JD,
Bonnie Bell is looking pretty stylish and ready for the water...have fun!

[spirit4earth]

There are a variety of dfd's to choose from.  I'm in a situation where I need to be able to try them on without having to pay three or four shipping fees to order/return/reorder, etc.
If my dog is comfortable and floats safely, I'm happy!

[jdmotes]

 Hey Wardog. Bonnie says she would have preferred "Gator" colors but you sent her Georgia "Bulldog" colors... She wants me to spray-paint the thing!           Paddle on,   JD