Syl Caditz has been a sportsman, hiker, breeder, exhibitor, and all around dog fancier for over thirty years. In time he came to realize the benefits of well-designed protection garments for dogs. Determined to find better products , he went on to design the dog garments that you see here.

Each product design is based on extensive field testing. Some garments have even endured the ultimate test - the renowned Iditarod dog sled race. Syl attended the Iditarod to oversee the use of the Safety Reflector Shield - designed to promote visibility and reduce overheating - which were worn by dogs on many of the sleds.

Picture: Syl with Mick and Molly, his two Irish Water Spaniels.

For over 10 years Sylmar Dogwear has been producing top quality products for dogs that are exceptionally useful and effective. Included are boots that keep your dogs paws (and house) clean and dry, top of the line body coverings that create visibility and protection, and specially designed veterinary garments which are effective preventative and post treatment protection. Often our products are unique and cannot be found anywhere else.

Syl Caditz Owner


A few words from veterinarians and others
who use Sylmar Products


"We use your catheter cover (leg tubes) routinely in both the I.C.U and intermediate care section of the hospital, and I love them. They protect the catheter site without being uncomfortable for the animal, which the E-collars decidedly are ... We truly do enjoy your products."
J. Veronica Kiklevich, DVM. Washington State University
Dept. of Vet. Sciences
Veterinary Teaching Hospital.

"The items that I have used have worked very well. I have found the products breathe very well and are a nice alternative to some of the wrapping techniques that I have used in the past. -- I wish your company continued success and appreciate your excellent products that make my job easier."
Robert E. Nadell D.V.M Pres.
Colage Lake Veterinary Hospital
Samamish Highlands Vet. Hosp.
Kalahonee Center Vet. Hosp.
Lakemont Valley Vet. Hosp.
Snoqualmie Ridge Vet. Hosp.
"I greatly appreciate your dogwear, particularly the Chest and Body Protector for our Golden Retriever, Lady Abigal (Abby)."
Lynn Potter La Mars, IA

"I use your Body Guards' on both my dogs. This weekend they took a direct shot from a skunk but it saved my day."

Dean Hammerstrom, Ankeny, IA




Sylmar dogwear logo, protective dog clothing.