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Britster · 03-28-2012, 01:45 PM

I've kept Puppia's on him all day without a problem. But I do usually take them off and don't choose to leave a harness on him all day if I don't have to. His hair is kept short, so knotting is not a problem however.

gracielove · 03-28-2012, 03:55 PM

Would not advise leaving a harness on for long periods of time. It's bad for the fur and dangerous.
A step in vest harness is pretty easy to get on and off quickly and the more you do it the better your puppy will accept it.

MikaTallulah · 03-28-2012, 08:26 PM

Mine wear there harnesses pretty much 24/7. It never seems to bother them. They do get brushed a least once daily so I keep a close eye on their skin. I remove collars, harnesses, clothing, etc. for grooming so that I can see them clearly. No problems yet.

nanahas3 · 03-28-2012, 10:56 PM

Laddy and Kyra wear the vests and dresses with D rings on them for harnesses and they are very comfortable for them. I do leave them off alot but I dont think there would be a problem with leaving them on until bed time.

DBlain · 03-29-2012, 04:42 AM

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Originally Posted by dydy

This might be a dumb newbie question but I'm getting the impression everyone puts the harness on/off their dogs when they are going outside.

Our pup is quite the wild man when I'm trying to put the harness on. And since we're working on potty training, we're in and out so many times per day. I'm wondering if there is a harness that you leave on your yorkie all day? Or at least one that you would just take off for bed?

Congratulations on your new puppy. what type of harness do you have, I find most of the pet stores in our area have very little to choose from, and most are made with small plastic buckles. Try to find a harness made with velcro, for potty training it should be OK, but eventually when you go for walks especially if he pulls you will need something more secure. Check out wallmart, they have a harness that you step in and the buckle clasp is at the back between the shoulder blades, this buckle is pretty big so it is easy to use. and then further down the back is a velcro closure. It's almost like a little vest, IMO if you have to you can leave it on for half the day. I have been layed up from knee surgery and my bedroom is upstairs so a neighbor has been coming over to let Lola out, so I have left her harness on during the day and it's been OK. Of course you have to make sure it is not to tight, I do the finger test, if I can put a finger inside and move it around it is not to tight.

DBlain · 03-29-2012, 04:50 AM

Napiers Kennel Shop
33967 Woodward
Birmingham, Michigan 48009

I see they carry those choke free colars there, have you been to that store, it near you and it's a good one they carry lots of speciality items. That harness is probably expensive so I would wait until you dog is full grown.

Teegy · 03-29-2012, 09:32 AM

I wouldn't leave a collar or harness on all day, if they catch themselves on something it could be dangerous.
My buddy belt takes about 10 seconds to put on and take off Teegy, if it's time management you are concerned about

dydy · 03-29-2012, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by DBlain

Congratulations on your new puppy. what type of harness do you have, I find most of the pet stores in our area have very little to choose from, and most are made with small plastic buckles. Try to find a harness made with velcro, for potty training it should be OK, but eventually when you go for walks especially if he pulls you will need something more secure. Check out wallmart, they have a harness that you step in and the buckle clasp is at the back between the shoulder blades, this buckle is pretty big so it is easy to use. and then further down the back is a velcro closure. It's almost like a little vest, IMO if you have to you can leave it on for half the day. I have been layed up from knee surgery and my bedroom is upstairs so a neighbor has been coming over to let Lola out, so I have left her harness on during the day and it's been OK. Of course you have to make sure it is not to tight, I do the finger test, if I can put a finger inside and move it around it is not to tight.

I think I got this exact vest thing you're describing but he kept peeing on it. So I went with a cheapo nylon harness from Petco. It's a totally pain to get on my wiggle worm. I will try that store you mentioned. Thanks so much for the rec!

NewYorksBrandy · 03-29-2012, 06:02 PM

I use a harness called easywalk and I got it in petsmart.. it comes in petit size and between sizes.. it just slips over the headd and fasens under the chest.. Brandy stays in it almost all day because we do a lot of running around.. it's easy to use and can be used for training,..

dinkyweil · 03-29-2012, 06:11 PM

Dinky almost always wears his harness. We keep his hair very short though. We do take it off sometimes for an extra great massage session.

03-28-2012, 01:45 PM	#16
Britster Action Jackson ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Maryland Posts: 17,815	I've kept Puppia's on him all day without a problem. But I do usually take them off and don't choose to leave a harness on him all day if I don't have to. His hair is kept short, so knotting is not a problem however. __________________ ~ Brit & Lights! Camera! Jackson! CGC ETD TKP ~ Follow Jackson on Instagram: https://instagram.com/jacksontheterrier

03-28-2012, 08:26 PM	#18
MikaTallulah YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 1,812	Mine wear there harnesses pretty much 24/7. It never seems to bother them. They do get brushed a least once daily so I keep a close eye on their skin. I remove collars, harnesses, clothing, etc. for grooming so that I can see them clearly. No problems yet. __________________ Beware of Nestle Purina Cozy (4/06), Roxy & Zoey (2/08), Lucy (4/09); Buddy 4/09- Rescued 12/11); Mika ('98) & Tallulah ('00) RIP Harley 4/2009; Lucky 11/2010; Zoey 4/2012

03-28-2012, 10:56 PM	#19
nanahas3 ♥Love My Snuggle Bugs♥ Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Missouri Posts: 4,290	Laddy and Kyra wear the vests and dresses with D rings on them for harnesses and they are very comfortable for them. I do leave them off alot but I dont think there would be a problem with leaving them on until bed time. __________________ *CharleneMama to Laddy and Kyra and Always in our hearts Lolita*

03-29-2012, 04:50 AM	#21
DBlain Donating YT Addict Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Oakland County MI Posts: 6,190	Napiers Kennel Shop 33967 Woodward Birmingham, Michigan 48009 I see they carry those choke free colars there, have you been to that store, it near you and it's a good one they carry lots of speciality items. That harness is probably expensive so I would wait until you dog is full grown. __________________ Lola my amazing little yorkie-pom Donna

03-29-2012, 06:02 PM	#24
NewYorksBrandy YT Addict Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Corona ny Posts: 473	I use a harness called easywalk and I got it in petsmart.. it comes in petit size and between sizes.. it just slips over the headd and fasens under the chest.. Brandy stays in it almost all day because we do a lot of running around.. it's easy to use and can be used for training,.. __________________ yours Roz and Brandy

03-28-2012, 03:55 PM	#17
gracielove YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: NY Posts: 6,582	Would not advise leaving a harness on for long periods of time. It's bad for the fur and dangerous. A step in vest harness is pretty easy to get on and off quickly and the more you do it the better your puppy will accept it.

03-29-2012, 09:32 AM	#22
Teegy Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 2,631	I wouldn't leave a collar or harness on all day, if they catch themselves on something it could be dangerous. My buddy belt takes about 10 seconds to put on and take off Teegy, if it's time management you are concerned about

03-29-2012, 06:11 PM	#25
dinkyweil YT Addict Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Nebo, NC Posts: 479	Dinky almost always wears his harness. We keep his hair very short though. We do take it off sometimes for an extra great massage session.