A protective apparel is provided that includes a body component configured to saddle a dog. The protective apparel may include at least one body securing mechanism to secure the body component to the dog. The protective apparel may also include at least one footwear element and at least one coupling mechanism, the coupling mechanism configured to couple the at least one footwear element to the body component. The at least one coupling mechanism may be removably attached to the body component and/or to the at least one footwear element, thereby allowing the protective apparel to be easily stored.
