'Cool' Jackets for dogs?

[Ruby Red]

Anyone got one of these for their dogs? what does anyone think of them? Is there any advantage to them that couldn't be gained through just soaking/showering the dog?

Camddwr Canine :: Dog Gear for Active Dogs! :: Hurtta Collection for Active Dogs :: Dog coats and clothing :: Ruffwear Swamp Cooler

http://www.innerwolf.co.uk/mailoutimages/swampInfo.pdf
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[Spyglass Sally]

Seems like a gimmick to me. Dogs pant (which circulates cooled blood through their head and body) and sweat (with most glands in their feet) to regulate heat. Putting a wet blanket on them seems counterproductive to me.

[Ares]

it sounds like the jacket is more for when your not near a hose to cool them off with, i agree with sally though... but its one of those things i would wanna test out for myself to see or even just to see the actual jacket. in my experience you can make anything work on paper.