This catalog sets another benchmark for Ruff Wear as we round the bend and head into our thirteenth year of offering innovative solutions for canines and their humans. It has been an educational adventure. With technical advances in everything from fabric construction to communications, opportunities abound for Ruff Wear.

    It was a humble beginning working out of my garage. Ruff Wear was a one person, one dog show with one product and a single mission, to build innovative gear For Dogs On The Go.® Our primary goal has always been to enhance the interaction between humans and our four-legged friends. That mission has stood the test of time, and along the way Otis and I have shared amazing adventures, met and worked with incredibly talented people and dogs, and most importantly had a lot of fun.

    In the spirit of staying true to our mission of creating innovative solutions utilizing new technology, this season we are offering a totally new concept for adventurous canines: our Cloud Chaser™ Soft Shell Jacket.

The Cloud Chaser has been field-tested and field-proven, providing warmth and protection from the elements during outdoor activities. The Cloud Chaser is at home in everything from snow-covered back country trails to breezy, cool walks in the park. The streamlined fit is both functional and fashionable, since it is lightweight, waterproof, windproof, and breathable.

    Another example of utilizing lessons from the outdoors is our new Stow’n Go Leash.™ Applying the “high and light” concept where less weight and bulk allows us to move freely and unencumbered, we have developed an engineered webbing leash that provides comfort where needed and reduced bulk where it is not desirable. Our efforts have produced a light, highly functional leash with an integrated correction collar, storage case and pick up bag dispenser all in a single elegant and practical design.

    The Stow’n Go is the leash of choice for all-around convenience. We keep several on hand: one in a backpack, one in the W.A.G. Bag™ and another in the glove box. The tag line around here with the Stow’n Go Leash is that it is everything you need, just add a dog and go!

    A driving force behind Ruff Wear is to allow both canines and humans to expand their activities and enhance our shared lives. We all know that active dogs are better behaved and well adjusted. And dogs that prompt us to get out, get on the go, and get active are looking after our own good.

    Studies have shown, and it is well documented that those of us lucky enough to be in the company of dogs live happier, healthier, and longer lives. All of us here at Ruff Wear enjoy learning about your adventures, so keep those stories from the field, product suggestions, and testimonials coming. In the meantime, we will continue developing and testing new, innovative gear for canines and their companions. Run, jump, play, and have fun out there.

Dog willing,

Patrick Kruse
Leader of the Pack