The Miniature Dog Clothes Guide › Which Miniature Bodysuit Is Right for Your Weather?
From Houndz in the Hood, based on the fitting notes of founder Terri Goodwillie, who has made breed-fitted dog clothes in New York City since 1999. Updated October 2026.
Short answer: pick by your coldest regular walk. Indoor/Outdoor for mild weather, Heavy Fleece for cold, windy winters, Windblock when wind and snow are the problem, and Extra Heavy Windblock for the harshest days, down to single digits.
All Miniature bodysuits compared
| Bodysuit | Made for | Wear | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indoor/Outdoor Bodysuits | Fall and spring in northern climates; all winter where winters are mild | Indoors and out | $45 |
| Heavy Fleece Bodysuits | Cold, windy winter weather | Outside only | $50 |
| Heavy Fleece Hooded Bodysuits | Windy, freezing, snowy days; adds a sewn-in hood | Outside | $55 |
| Windblock Fleece Bodysuits | Harsh winter weather, into the 20s°F | Outside only | $60 |
| Windblock Fleece Hooded Bodysuit | 32°F to 20°F, head to toe | Outside only | $60 |
| Extra Heavy Fleece Hooded Bodysuits | Below 35°F, down to frigid temperatures, with hood | Outside only | $60 |
| Extra Heavy Windblock Fleece Bodysuit | The coldest weather, down to single digits | Outside only | $62 |
| Extra Heavy Windblock Fleece Hooded Bodysuit | 25°F to 10°F, head to toe | Outside only | $66 |
The fabrics
- Indoor/Outdoor: a midweight fleece that resists wind and rain, comfortable for play outside and for lounging and sleeping inside. Machine wash cool, tumble dry low.
- Heavy Fleece: thick, warm polar fleece that resists wind, rain and snow and insulates the body. For outside wear only. It stretches sideways for dogs of different weights and is fully machine washable.
- Windblock: three layers: a velvety outer fleece treated to be water-repellent and fight off stains, a polyurethane layer in the middle that blocks wind and snow, and a textured inner fleece that adds insulation. Wash in cold water and air dry; it dries in minutes.
- Extra Heavy Fleece (hooded): a very thick velour fleece that resists the wind and repels snow, for below 35°F.
- Extra Heavy Windblock: the same three-layer build in a fleece so thick it feels like a jacket in the shape of a bodysuit, with a polyurethane barrier that allows moisture through for breathable comfort.
Hood or no hood?
Hooded styles have a sewn-in hood with no strings or attachments. It covers the head, ears and neck without interfering with your dog’s vision, and there is a second leash opening on the hood. On the Extra Heavy Fleece Hooded Bodysuit, the hood rolls back into a turtleneck. Choose a hood if it is windy, freezing or snowing where you walk, or if your dog tucks its head down against the weather.
Quick picks
- Mild winters, or one bodysuit for indoors and out: Indoor/Outdoor Bodysuits ($45)
- Typical cold winter walks: Heavy Fleece Bodysuits ($50) or Heavy Fleece Hooded Bodysuits ($55)
- Windy city corners and snow: Windblock Fleece Bodysuits ($60) or Windblock Fleece Hooded Bodysuit ($60)
- Below 35°F with a hood: Extra Heavy Fleece Hooded Bodysuits ($60)
- The harshest weather: Extra Heavy Windblock Fleece Bodysuit ($62) or Extra Heavy Windblock Fleece Hooded Bodysuit ($66)
Outside only
Heavy Fleece, Windblock and the Extra Heavy styles are for outside wear. Windblock fleece should never be worn inside. When you come in, switch to Jammies or the Indoor/Outdoor Bodysuit.
Built the same way
Every Miniature bodysuit stretches to go on, with no zippers, velcro or clasps, has a discreet leash opening on the back, and is cut to allow all bodily functions. All come in Miniature size 12.
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Frequently asked questions
Which Houndz bodysuit is made for the coldest weather?
The Extra Heavy Windblock Fleece Bodysuit is made for the coldest weather, down to single digits. The hooded version is made for 25°F to 10°F.
What is the difference between Heavy Fleece and Windblock?
Heavy Fleece is a thick polar fleece that resists wind, rain and snow. Windblock adds a polyurethane layer between two fleeces to block wind and snow, and keeps your dog warm into the 20s.
Which Miniature bodysuit can be worn indoors?
The Indoor/Outdoor Bodysuit. Heavy Fleece, Windblock and Extra Heavy bodysuits are for outside. For sleeping, choose Jammies.