Keep Their Head Up. Let Them Enjoy the Water
Bark’n’Buoy™ Head-Up Dog Life Jacket
Bark’n’Buoy™ Head-Up Dog Life Jacket
🛟 Head-Up Chin Support helps keep their head comfortably elevated in the water
✨ High-Visibility Reflective Trim easier to spot during low-light swims
💪 Secure, Adjustable Fit stays snug through paddling, jumping, and zoomies
🐶 Built for Dogs of Every Size XS through XL
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Who Is It For?
Who Is It For?
- Dogs who treat every pool, beach, lake, or boat day like their personal Olympics
- Pups who are still building confidence in the water or can get tired after a big swim
- Flat-faced, short-legged, and older dogs who may benefit from extra water support
- Families taking their dog kayaking, paddleboarding, boating, or camping
- Dog parents who want more confidence when water play gets exciting
Does the chin support help keep my dog’s head up?
Does the chin support help keep my dog’s head up?
Yes. The built-in head-up chin support is designed to give your pup added support while paddling, floating, or taking a break in the water, so they can enjoy the adventure more comfortably.
Always actively supervise your dog around water.
How do I choose the right size?
How do I choose the right size?
Measure your dog’s chest at its widest point, then match it to our size chart. The adjustable straps help create a secure, comfortable fit.
If your dog falls between sizes, choose the size that gives them enough room to move freely without the vest shifting or riding up.
Tested Material & Component Standards
Tested Material & Component Standards
Bark’n’Buoy life jacket materials were independently tested against applicable consumer-product safety requirements.
What was tested:
- Sharp points & sharp edges Passed
- Small parts Passed
- Simulated use & abuse Passed
- Material flammability Passed
- Phthalates Passed
- Lead in substrate materials Passed
- Soluble heavy metals Passed
Results: All applicable tested items passed.
Some paint/coating tests were not applicable to the submitted materials.
Always supervise your dog around water.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Most orders are shipped within 1–2 days, but we aim to ship orders within 1 business day.
We used trusted delivery services (USPS, DHL, FedEx) to provide the fastest shipping times.
We also ship to most international countries.
If you didn't like our product, you may return it for a full refund within 30 days of receiving your product(s).
Satisfaction is 100% guaranteed!
Bark’n’Buoy™ Head-Up Dog Life Jacket
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This is a perfect fit and the chin piece helps my pugs keep water out of their nose.
My lil pug swims much better with this and she has more confidence to join the rest of the family in the pool.
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Our baby is a 70lb American Staffordshire Terrier (pit bull) and we ordered the large. The fit is great. He loves to swim and this makes it easier on him. He wears his life jacket and swims safely the entire time we are at the lake. The orange color has great visibility in the water. The best part is that our dog is happy and comfortable in his life jacket. He even gets excited when he sees it! The life jacket appears well made with clean stitching and secure fasteners. This is our first season using it and we've already had it a month. Highly recommend
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I really like this life jacket. My dog used it in the pool and was able to swim comfortably while the jacket helped keep him afloat. It feels well made, the adjustable straps make it easy to get a good fit, and the design is practical for adding extra safety around the water. Overall, I’m very happy with it and would recommend it for dogs that enjoy swimming.
More Splash. More Confidence.
WATER SAFETY STARTS BEFORE THE SPLASH
They Don’t Plan the Jump. You Can Plan for It.
One second, they’re beside you. The next, they’ve spotted a toy, another dog, or an open pool and they’re in.
Dogs don’t stop to judge the depth, the current, or how tired they are. Even confident swimmers can panic, tire out, or struggle to keep their head above water when the ground suddenly disappears.
Before: Working Hard to Stay Up. After: More Support for Every Splash.
Your dog doesn’t stop loving the water when swimming gets hard. They keep paddling.
Bark’n’Buoy’s built-in Head-Up Chin Support helps give their head extra support while the buoyant vest supports the rest of their body, so they can swim, pause, and play with more confidence.
You've got Questions. We've got Answers.
Will it fit my dog?
Will it fit my dog?
Bark’n’Buoy comes in five adjustable sizes, from XS to XL, for pups from 5 to 77 lbs. Measure the widest part of your dog’s chest, then match it to our size chart before ordering. A secure fit is what lets the vest do its job comfortably.
Does the Head-Up Chin Support actually help?
Does the Head-Up Chin Support actually help?
Yes. The built-in front float is designed to sit beneath your dog’s chin and provide added support while they paddle. It helps encourage a more comfortable, head-up swimming position, especially for short-snouted breeds and dogs that tire quickly in the water.
Will it work for my stocky or muscular dog?
Will it work for my stocky or muscular dog?
It’s made for more than just lean, small dogs. With adjustable chest and belly straps, Bark’n’Buoy can be fitted securely on compact, broad-chested, and muscular builds too. Just measure first and choose the size that matches your dog’s chest.
Will my dog be comfortable wearing it?
Will my dog be comfortable wearing it?
That’s exactly why the fit is adjustable. Secure the straps so the jacket stays in place without rubbing or restricting natural movement. Let your dog wear it briefly on dry land before their first swim so they can get comfortable feeling like the captain of the boat.
Can we use it in pools, lakes, and the ocean?
Can we use it in pools, lakes, and the ocean?
Absolutely. Bark’n’Buoy is made for pool days, lake weekends, paddleboards, and boat rides. After use in salt water or a chlorinated pool, rinse it with fresh water and let it air-dry before your next adventure.
Important safety note: Bark’n’Buoy is a flotation aid, not a substitute for active adult supervision around water.
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