{"product_id":"rio-vest-evaporative-dog-cooling-vest","title":"Río Vest — Evaporative Dog Cooling Vest","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor dogs that don't stop moving when the thermometer says they should. The Río Vest is an \u003cstrong\u003eevaporative cooling vest\u003c\/strong\u003e — soak it in cool water, wring it out, strap it on, and the fabric releases that water slowly as your dog moves, pulling heat off their core the way sweat works for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHours of evaporative cooling\u003c\/strong\u003e per soak — re-wet anywhere there's water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight, breathable layers\u003c\/strong\u003e — built for walks, hikes, and fetch, not lounging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight-reflective outer\u003c\/strong\u003e deflects sun instead of absorbing it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable fit\u003c\/strong\u003e across chest and belly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck the size chart below before ordering — a loose vest cools poorly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSize chart\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasure your dog's \u003cstrong\u003echest girth\u003c\/strong\u003e — wrap a soft tape around the widest part of the chest, just behind the front legs. This is the measurement that matters most. Then match it to the chart:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr style=\"background:#1F6E6B;color:#fff;text-align:left;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #d9d2c7;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #d9d2c7;\"\u003eChest girth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #d9d2c7;\"\u003eBack length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #d9d2c7;\"\u003eTypical breeds\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #d9d2c7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #d9d2c7;\"\u003e14–20 in (36–51 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #d9d2c7;\"\u003e10–14 in (25–36 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #d9d2c7;\"\u003eChihuahua, Yorkie, Mini Dachshund, Shih Tzu, French Bulldog (slim)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f7f1e8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #d9d2c7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #d9d2c7;\"\u003e20–27 in (51–69 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #d9d2c7;\"\u003e14–18 in (36–46 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #d9d2c7;\"\u003eBeagle, Cocker Spaniel, Whippet, Border Collie, French\/English Bulldog\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #d9d2c7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #d9d2c7;\"\u003e27–35 in (69–89 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #d9d2c7;\"\u003e18–23 in (46–58 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border:1px solid #d9d2c7;\"\u003eLabrador, Golden Retriever, Husky, German Shepherd, Boxer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetween sizes?\u003c\/strong\u003e Size up. The vest cools by evaporation, and a slightly looser fit lets more air move through than a snug one.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlat-faced breeds\u003c\/strong\u003e (Bulldogs, Pugs, Boxers) often have a deeper chest than their length suggests — measure chest girth and size to that number.\u003cbr\u003eStill unsure? \u003ca href=\"mailto:sombrapetsshop@gmail.com\"\u003eEmail us\u003c\/a\u003e your dog's chest measurement and we'll recommend a size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRío Vest FAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does one soak last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHours rather than minutes, but it varies with heat, humidity, and how hard your dog is going. Re-wet anywhere there's water to restart the cooling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill my dog be dripping wet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — wring the vest out before strapping it on. Damp, not soaked.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it work in humid climates?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHonest answer: evaporative cooling is strongest in dry heat. In high humidity it still helps, but less — prioritize shade, water, and rest breaks there.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I size it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasure chest girth just behind the front legs and match the size chart above. Snug but not tight — if your dog is between sizes, size up or \u003ca href=\"mailto:sombrapetsshop@gmail.com\"\u003eemail us\u003c\/a\u003e the measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFree US shipping; orders process in 1–2 business days and typically arrive 5–10 business days after dispatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e30-day money-back guarantee. 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