Pit Bull Winter Coat

*The average adult Pit Bull weighs between 30 – 65 LBS. All products shown here are available in the right size for your Pitbull dog!

Warm coats and raincoats for your American Pit. PRECISION FIT™ Sport Parka and Coats are designed with precision fit technology! Fully adjustable neck and girth, all sizes have front chest protector.

Can Pit Bulls Handle Cold Weather?

Pit Bulls can handle most things in life, but one thing they are ill equipped to handle is cold weather. The range of what a specific Pit Bull type dog can handle in terms of temperatures can vary. These are a few factors that can affect your Pit Bull:

A young healthy black Pit Bull of a good size and weight, for example, could handle cold weather better than a white, unhealthy, skinny senior Pit Bull. A nice sunny day will keep that black dog warmer. That extra youth and body fat can generate a bit more heat as well.

All that being said Pit Bulls have a very thin single layer coat that does not protect them well from cold weather. My rule of thumb is generally that if I am going to be very cold outside in a shirt and shorts, then my Pit Bull will mostly likely be very cold as well.

*The average adult Pit Bull weighs between 30 – 65 LBS. All products shown here are available in the right size for your Pitbull dog!

What Temperature Is Too Cold For A Pit Bull?

Temperatures in the 45° F/7°C and below are beginning to get uncomfortable for your Pit Bull. It would be my suggestion that a coat is needed at this point. When temperatures hit 32° F/0°C and below this will definitely be too cold for a Pit Bull without a coat.

As a general rule of thumb when it comes to my Pit Bull I know it is too cold for her to go without a coat, when it’s too cold for me to go without a coat. I live in a cold winter climate and regardless if she is going for a quick pee or a short walk, she wears a coat once it hits the 32° F/0°C temperature.

Once the extremely cold days come when it can get to -0° F/-17°C for several weeks here, we are outside for potty breaks only. These temperatures are too cold for a Pit Bull. This is where risk of hypothermia and frostbite become a real hazard regardless if your Pit Bull is wearing a coat or not.

Keep your dog inside as much as you can. If you live in a place with these kinds of cold winter weather temperatures. Potty breaks is about all you can safely do with your Pit Bull in this kind of weather.

FAQ

Do Pit Bulls need coats in winter?

Why Does My Dog Need A Jacket or A sweater? Specifically, Pit bulls are on the top of the list of dogs who need a jacket & sweater. These dogs weren’t bred for cold climates and are more prone to frostbite and hypothermia because of that.

How cold is too cold for a pit bull?

Above 45°F – Should not become a problem for most dogs, but remember the size, age, and coat matter. Below 45°F – Some cold-averse dogs might begin to feel uncomfortable.

At what temperature does a pitbull need a coat?

If there’s snow and ice on the ground, or persistent chilly winds, then a winter jacket for your dog is a good idea. Small or thin-furred breeds, puppies, and senior dogs will generally need a winter coat when the temperature outside feels at or below 32°F (0°C).

Do Pit Bulls get cold easily?

All dogs are susceptible to low temperatures, and it is important that you take steps to keep pit bulls and other short-haired breeds warm in cold weather.