New Fleece Liner: How to Add Warmth to Your Dog's Vest
By CoyoteVest | Published: 2026-10-16
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to add the New Fleece Liner to your dog's vest for cold-weather warmth. Step-by-step fitting, layering, and sizing tips for a cozy, secure fit.
Quick answer
To add warmth to your dog's vest, put the New Fleece Liner on your dog first, then fasten the vest over it. The liner's Velcro closure and polar fleece material provide breathable warmth for colder climates, and it can also be worn on its own.
Why layering matters for cold-weather walks
A fleece liner adds an insulating layer that traps body heat without bulk, making it ideal for winter walks. The New Fleece Liner is designed to work with your dog's vest, but it also functions as a standalone layer for milder days. This flexibility lets you adjust warmth as temperatures change.
Choosing the right size liner
The New Fleece Liner comes in multiple sizes. If your dog is between sizes, size up to ensure the liner doesn't restrict movement when worn under the vest. A liner that's too small can bunch up and cause discomfort.
Putting the liner on your dog
Lay the liner on your dog's back with the reflective collar trim facing up. Secure the Velcro closure around the chest, ensuring it's snug but not tight. The polar fleece material is soft and should not rub.
Adding the vest over the liner
With the liner in place, put the vest on over it. Fasten the vest's closures according to its instructions. Check that the liner doesn't bunch at the shoulders and that the vest still allows full range of motion.
Testing fit and comfort
After both layers are on, have your dog walk, sit, and lie down. Watch for any signs of restriction or slipping. The liner should stay in place without shifting, and the vest should not gap.
Step-by-step: Adding the fleece liner to your dog's vest
- Measure your dog: Use a soft tape to measure around the widest part of the chest and the base of the neck. Compare to the liner's size chart. Common mistake: measuring over a thick coat. Measure directly on the dog's body for accuracy.
- Put the liner on first: Place the liner on your dog's back and fasten the Velcro closure around the chest. Ensure the reflective trim is visible. Checkpoint: The liner should be snug but allow two fingers to slide under the closure.
- Add the vest over the liner: Put the vest on over the liner and fasten all closures. Adjust straps so the vest sits securely without compressing the fleece too much. Common mistake: fastening the vest too tight, which flattens the fleece and reduces warmth.
- Check mobility: Walk your dog and watch for any rubbing or restriction. The liner should stay in place and not bunch at the shoulders. If the liner shifts, try a different size or adjust the vest straps.
Product facts
- New Fleece Liner: Material: polar fleece. Easy to put on and put off with Velcro closure. Warm yet breathable. Reflective collar trim design. Works as a standalone layer or with your SpikeVest. The Velcro closure makes it quick to add or remove, while breathable fleece prevents overheating. Reflective trim improves visibility on dark walks.
