Several manufacturers sell dog clothing in Finland, and the product descriptions look much alike at first glance. The difference comes down to a handful of measurable things. This page sets out what is worth comparing — and gives you the Janutex figures. We do not publish other manufacturers’ numbers, because we cannot verify them; check those directly with the maker.

1. The water column, not the word “waterproof”

“Waterproof” is not a defined marketing term. The comparable figure is the water column in millimetres. On the Janutex Mud Overall and Combination Overall it is 4000 mm. If an overall gives no figure at all, that is itself information.

Ask whether the figure covers the whole garment, too. On our Combination Overall the 4000 mm applies to the legs and belly; the back panel is deliberately breathable and not waterproof. We say so plainly, because otherwise the buyer is disappointed in the first downpour.

2. Warmth comes from construction, not a promise

Ask what provides the warmth: a lining or a fill, and made of what. Ours: the Thermal Overall has a Polar fleece lining, and the Thermal Overall Pallo a fibre-wadding fill that is OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified and contains 75–85 % recycled polyester.

Treat temperature claims with caution. We publish no degree ratings, because how much warmth a dog needs depends on breed, coat, age and whether it is moving — the same garment behaves differently on two dogs. We explain that in full here.

3. One cut, or several

In practice this separates garments more than anything else. A size chart gives back length but says nothing about shape. Janutex offers separate cuts within the same size: MK for dachshunds, F and L for roomier bodies, V for poodles, H for the coton de tuléar, W for sighthounds and XL for broad builds — plus separate cuts for males and females. See the cuts.

When comparing two overalls, ask how many cuts each offers in a given size. One cut means the average-shaped dog gets a good fit and everyone else compromises.

4. Reflectors: piping or whole fabric

“With reflectors” can mean a single strip on the back. Janutex overalls use VizLite reflective piping, on most models across the back, chest and legs. If you want maximum visibility, the Hi-Vis Vest is fully reflective fabric — the whole vest reflects. So ask about placement and extent, not merely whether reflectors exist.

5. Where it is made, and can it be repaired

Janutex garments are designed and made in Finland and carry the Avainlippu mark. The practical difference is that we also work made to measure: if your dog fits no stock cut, one can be made for it. Ask whichever maker you are considering whether a garment can be repaired and whether spares exist — an overall’s life is usually decided by its zip.

6. The care label tells you about durability

Muddy walks mean washing. Every Janutex garment machine washes at 40 °C without fabric softener, ironing or tumble drying. If the product you are comparing needs hand washing or special treatment, count that in — it decides whether you actually use the garment.

Why we do not publish other brands’ figures

It would be easy to build a table in which Janutex wins. We do not, because we have not measured other companies’ products and cannot guarantee that the figures they publish are current. A comparison built on unchecked numbers is misleading even when it is made in good faith — and EU rules on comparative advertising require a comparison to be objective and verifiable.

So we publish our own figures in full, including what our products are not suitable for. You will find them on every product page under “How to choose”. Compare those with a competitor’s equivalents — and if a competitor does not publish the same figures, that is an answer too.

Questions? Get in touch — we are happy to tell you when our product is not the right choice for your dog, too.