Labrador · winter guide
Do Labradors Need Coats?
Sometimes. Labradors are fine in cool weather, but a sweater or light coat helps below 32 °F (0 °C) and a warm coat below 20 °F (−7 °C).
Needs a coat in real coldSweater from 32 °F (0 °C)
What a Labrador needs
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Why Labradors get cold
A Labrador weighs 55–80 lb (25–36 kg) and has a double, short coat (AKC breed page). At this size a dog keeps its warmth better than a small one, but without a thick undercoat it still feels freezing weather. Puppies, seniors and lean dogs feel the cold even sooner.
Labrador winter temperature guide
| Feels like | What your dog needs |
|---|---|
| Above 32 °F (0 °C) | No coat needed |
| 20–32 °F (−7–0 °C) | A sweater or light coat |
| Below 20 °F (−7 °C) | A warm coat; keep walks shorter and protect the paws |
Wind and wet fur make it feel colder; enter today’s weather in the calculator above to see the answer for right now. The bands follow PetMD’s cold weather guidance and the US National Weather Service wind chill.
What should a Labrador wear?
A sweater for chilly days, a warm, lined coat from our dog winter coats or puffer jackets for freezing walks, and winter dog boots against ice and salt. Every coat has its own size chart, and our size guide shows the size that fits your dog.
Labradors and cold weather: FAQ
At what temperature does a Labrador need a coat?
Sometimes. Labradors are fine in cool weather, but a sweater or light coat helps below 32 °F (0 °C) and a warm coat below 20 °F (−7 °C).
Can Labradors stay outside in winter?
Not for long. Keep winter walks short, bring your dog in at the first shiver and never leave it outside unattended in freezing weather.
What size coat does a Labrador wear?
It depends on the dog, not only the breed: measure the chest, back length and neck. Our size guide saves your dog’s measurements and shows the size that fits on every coat.
