{"product_id":"ancol-soft-shell-coat-bordeaux-xl","title":"Ancol Soft Shell Coat Bordeaux XL","description":"\u003ch5\u003eAncol Stormguard Softshell Dog Coat – Bordeaux, XL (60cm back)\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eXL takes a 60cm back length, measured from the base of the collar to the base of the tail, which puts it on labradors, retrievers, larger lurchers and similar. As the unlined member of the Stormguard range it is built for warm rain: a waterproof shell with no fleece behind it, so a big dog working hard does not overheat inside its own coat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe chest protector matters more the bigger the dog, since a long-legged animal throws mud the whole length of its underside. Elasticated leg straps hold the back end down at a canter, reflective edging tape runs the seams, and a harness slot lets a lead reach a harness worn underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\u0026lt;\u0026gt;\u003ch5\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterproof shell that keeps a large dog dry without trapping heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChest protector shields the full length of the underside from mud and spray.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElasticated neck and leg straps keep a 60cm coat sitting still at speed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReflective edging tape for early and late walks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarness slot for lead access to a harness worn under the coat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachine washable at 30°C, which a coat this size will need often.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u0026lt;\u0026gt;\u003ch5\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDogs measuring 60cm from collar to base of tail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild wet weather and active walking, where warmth is not wanted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDogs walked in a harness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeeping a heavy-coated large breed clean through winter mud.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf your dog measures nearer 50cm along the back, take the Large; Ancol also make a 70cm XXL for longer-backed dogs, which we do not currently stock. For cold as well as wet, the fleece-lined Ancol Stormguard Dog Coat is the warmer option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u0026lt;\u0026gt;\u003ch5\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure the back length from the base of the collar to the base of the tail with the dog standing square, and order to the measurement rather than to breed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFasten the neck first, then the belly, then bring the elasticated straps around the hind legs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave two fingers of slack at the neck and keep the leg straps clear of the groin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePass the lead through the harness slot to a harness underneath, not to the coat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachine wash at 30°C and air dry naturally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u0026lt;\u0026gt;\u003ch5\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize XL: back length 60cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAncol size the Stormguard range by back length: XS 25cm, S 30cm, S\/M 35cm, M 40cm, L 50cm, XL 60cm, XXL 70cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterproof outer shell, unlined.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChest protector, elasticated neck, elasticated leg straps, reflective edging tape, harness slot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachine washable at 30°C. Air dry only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAncol product code 807370. Also made in khaki.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAncol publish no chest girth figures for the softshell, no fabric composition and no waterproof rating, and do not state whether the harness slot on this model is zipped, so none of that is given here.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u0026lt;\u0026gt;\u003ch5\u003eCare \u0026amp; Caution\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachine wash at 30°C and air dry. Do not tumble dry or dry near a radiator or stove — heat degrades the waterproof coating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe harness slot is for lead access to a harness worn beneath. Never clip a lead to the coat; nothing on a coat is load-rated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnlined, so it turns rain but adds no real warmth. Layer a fleece under it in cold rain, or use the fleece-lined Stormguard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the elasticated leg straps behind the elbows and in the groin for rubbing, which shows up faster on a big striding dog.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake the coat off indoors rather than letting it dry on the dog.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ancol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41372191785024,"sku":"ktr1789534897281","price":17.26,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/4091\/9616\/files\/ancol-soft-shell-coat-bordeaux-xl_1.jpg?v=1789534902","url":"https:\/\/heritagefashionclad.shop\/products\/ancol-soft-shell-coat-bordeaux-xl","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}