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Experimental wear for cold dog? (3,4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

lab coat

'experimental wear' is the definition.
(item worn in experiments)

I don't understand the rest of the clue.

(Another definition for lab coat that I've seen is " Scientist's protective clothing (abbr)".)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.
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