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12-18-2012, 07:57 PM | #16 |
Donating Senior Yorkie Talker | Hi, I've never had any issues or complaints with it, especially because #1) the straps are adjustable , and #2) the interior harness is removable. All 4 of my dogs wear the vests (Swear to God), two of them wear them with the harness attached (the younger ones) and the older ones don't like to wear it with the harness. But even without it, they are still very safe because I've used extra strong velcro... Riley weighs 15-16lbs, and I can easily pick him up by the handle comfortably. I haven't noticed any signs of their discomfort so far. I did a lot of experimenting and trials on my own doggies to make sure that they are safe and comfortable before the final product was okayed. If you have any other questions, let me know.
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12-18-2012, 08:01 PM | #17 | |
and Shelby's too Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Millbrook, AL
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I am really into that handle thing so I may be adding another want to my "To Get" list
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12-18-2012, 08:02 PM | #18 |
Donating YT Addict Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Las Vegas, NV
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| When I went to the Pet Expo last year, there was a San Francisco company that sold handle harnesses. I had completely forgotten about them until now - I thought they were great! Especially for our little ones. I had a large dog run across the street towards us during a walk one day and I lifted Zeus by the leash and spun him around (just in case it was an aggressive dog) but a handle would have been great. Luckily the dog was all bark.
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12-18-2012, 08:06 PM | #19 |
Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Illinois
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| We started with a harness from fourpaws and liked it but not to durable. Looked under her chin one day and there was a hole she had chewed in it. Granted she is still teething and that probably had a lot to do with the hole. Next got a harness from doggie design and like it a lot but then we got the buddy belt and love it cause of the ease putting it on her. She still fights having everything put on but is getting better. |
12-19-2012, 02:56 AM | #20 |
YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: NY
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| When Gracie was a puppy I used the Puppia step in vest harness. It kept her secure and helped me to deal with her pulling until she was trained. Now that she is an adult I use the silk harness made by Chattiesmom here on YT. It is a simple step in harness that does not mess up the fur but gives you good control over you dog. It adjusts to the body size very well. Gracie and I both love it. It is less constricting than the Puppia was and was much cooler for her this summer. It also fits nicely under her coat now that it is colder. http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...-foxypups.html This is an older post but the contact info is still the same. I personally like having the d ring up closer to the neck because it gives you more control if you need to make a correction. Last edited by gracielove; 12-19-2012 at 02:59 AM. |
12-19-2012, 03:37 AM | #21 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: whitby, On, Canada
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| I really like the look of the handled harness. I don't however see a sizing chart for them. I also love the idea of not having to put it over his head. I know that taking the harness off that he currently has ( very similar to the puppia) is a pain as his hair is so curly and taking it off seems to snag in his hair on his neck. I also wonder if she is willing to ship to Canada for free. I am not sure how quickly it can get here and will have to double check just how critical the replacement is as I know Wallee has room in the neck however am not sure how tight exactly it is around his girth. Do I just do the two finger rule to see if it is actually "too tight"? I would love to be able to hold off and continue using the one he has so I can order one from the bubbles line, however do not want him to be totally uncomfortable on his daily walks. I hate wasting money on a harness that I will only use for a couple weeks until I can have one shipped that I really like. |
12-19-2012, 04:18 AM | #22 |
Donating Senior Yorkie Talker | Hi Wallee, how much does your baby weigh and what are his measurements?
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12-19-2012, 04:42 AM | #23 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: whitby, On, Canada
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| Wallee weighs 10 pounds. His neck is 10 inches and his girth is 14.5 inches. |
12-19-2012, 07:22 AM | #24 |
YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Merritt Island,FL
Posts: 1,400
| Ziva wears a silk step in from Chatties mom. I ordered it when Ziva was a year old and it still fits! (very adjustable) We think it is the best because of the hot weather here and we were having trouble with matting and hair breakage under Zivas arms with mesh harnesses! |
12-19-2012, 07:32 AM | #25 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Canton, GA
Posts: 3,242
| Sophie Kate uses two harnesses, her Buddy Belt for walks and the Puppia for when we are riding in the car (it hooks very securely to her Snoozer).
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12-19-2012, 08:06 AM | #26 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: montana
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| Buddy belt for my guy |
12-19-2012, 08:39 AM | #27 | |
and Khloe Mae's too! Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Eastern Washington
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12-19-2012, 12:47 PM | #28 |
Donating Senior Yorkie Talker | Wallee can wear a Small. Small fits neck 8-10", chest 12-17"/ medium fits neck 10-12", chest 15-20". Also, I will offer free shipping to Canada, Happy Holidays!!! Hope that helps
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12-19-2012, 12:54 PM | #29 |
Donating YT Addict Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: SW USA
Posts: 2,505
| Harness I use the Doggie Design mesh harness. It is very easy to use and flexible enough to be comfortable. My dog is ten pounds and has the Small, which is fine. I liked this one more than the Puppia. |
12-20-2012, 11:09 AM | #30 |
Don't Litter Spay&Neuter Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: So Cal
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| We are HUGE Buddy Belt fans. They last for a very long time, it gets softer w/regular use & best of all, it's choke free. We got them from Kristen (Maximo). Designer Dog Clothes, Dog Accessories | W. Field's Dog Boutique
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