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Confluence™ Dog Life
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Confluence™ Dog Life Jacket

performance harness-style life jacket

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Selected: Biolumin Blue

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Sizing Chart

Use the sizing chart to find the right size for your dog. Measurement is around the widest part of the rib cage. In between sizes? Choose the smaller size.

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Girth Size
13 - 17 in (33 - 43 cm) XXS
17 - 22 in (43 - 56 cm) XS
22 - 27 in (56 - 69 cm) S
27 - 32 in (69 - 81 cm) M
32 - 36 in (81 - 91 cm) L
36 - 42 in (91 - 107 cm) XL
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For dogs who find their flow in the water, the Confluence™ Life Jacket blends the streamlined fit and mobility of a harness with the buoyancy of a life vest, giving dogs the comfort, confidence, and freedom to explore in and around water.

Strategically placed foam panels create optimal buoyancy to support a natural swimming position. The strong low-profile handle makes for easy and balanced assisting back on board, with a stealthy second rear handle for an extra lift when needed.

Webbing is water stable, holding its shape and not stretching out when wet, maintaining a secure fit across the six points of adjustment. Clip in to the reinforced tow loop as a leash attachment point when needed. Reflective trim boosts visibility in low light conditions, and a dedicated light loop for The Beacon™ when adventure stretches past sundown.

 

HARNESS-STYLE LIFE JACKET

Harness-style construction with 6 points of adjustment for exceptional fit, comfort, mobility in and out of the water

STRONG, LOW-PROFILE HANDLE

Handle is optimally positioned to help dogs out of water and onto a boat or paddle board

STEALTHY SECOND HANDLE

Additional hidden handle at the rear of the lifejacket for added lifting support

Additional Features

  • Strategically placed foam panels support a natural swimming position
  • Layered PVC-free foam and CLPE foam for a soft, comfortable fit that moves with the dog's swimming motion
  • Water-compatible webbing remains stable in wet environments
  • Side-release buckles for easy on/off
  • Reinforced tow loop leash connection point
  • Reflective trim for visibility in low-light conditions and light loop for attaching The Beacon™️

  • Materials

    • Shell (bluesign® approved): 800D ballistic polyester with nonfluorinated DWR and PU coating
    • Lining (bluesign® approved): 210D nylon with nonfluorinated DWR and PU coating
    • Foam: EVA and PE layered foams
    • Webbing: polypropylene
    • Buckles (bluesign® approved): ITW Nexus Mach 1 side-release
    • Other hardware (bluesign® approved): POM plastic
    • Made in Vietnam

  • Care

    • Hand wash
    • Mild detergent
    • Air dry

Confluence™ Life Jacket Videos

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13-17 in (33-43 cm)

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  • Bryn B.
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    Confluence™ Dog Life Jacket Medium / Biolumin Blue (445)
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5 days ago
    A Life Jacket for my High-Energy Pup!

    I have been planning to order a life jacket from Ruffwear for summer 2025 and was very excited to see the Confluence Dog Life Jacket released. We spend a good amount of time in the summer around and on the water. Kayaking. Canoeing. Paddleboarding. Hiking by rivers. Three cheers for a life jacket made with movement as a priority!

    I have an Australian Shepherd who is on the smaller side, weighing in full-grown at 42lbs. We originally ordered a M, but exchanged for an S (more on that later).

    PROS: I love the visible and hidden handles. Picking him up with the life jacket on is SO easy. I like the leash attachment option, the straps are well-secured and adjustable. The vibrant color is a great bonus.

    CON (potential): When trying on the item, we realized that it went too far down his stomach and wasn't comfortable for my pup in a size medium (definitely a boy-specific problem). Ruffwear has fantastic return policies to we exchanged his size M for a S. I had to tighten the M quite a bit, so we are hoping that a size down will be our perfect fit. That being said, if you are between sizes, especially with a male dog, I would recommend sizing down.

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  • Karly F.
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    Confluence™ Dog Life Jacket Small / Biolumin Blue (445)
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 weeks ago
    Great coat!

    fits wonderfully!

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  • Crystal H.
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    Confluence™ Dog Life Jacket Small / Tangelo Orange (802)
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 weeks ago
    BEST LIFE JACKET OUT THERE!

    Hi, I’m Naia Moon the Whippet, and let me just say—finally, a life jacket that understands the noodle-bodied lifestyle! The Ruffwear Confluence Dog Life Jacket is everything I’ve been waiting for—snug but comfy, sleek but secure, and stylish enough to match my supermodel strut at the lake. I’m 28 lbs of fast and fabulous with a long, lean frame, and the size small fits like it was made just for me. Bonus points for pairing perfectly with my Undercoat Dog Water Jacket—because duh, layers. Ruffwear is the only brand my human trusts with my safety (and my fashion reputation), and thanks to this life jacket, I’m not just floating—I’m thriving. Best dressed? Always. Most spoiled? Obviously. Let’s just say the fish aren’t the only ones turning heads.

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