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I just got back home and tried it on him again. He has to be like on the last (tightest) hole on the belt for a perfect fit.... I'm wondering if a size 5 would be better for him? |
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It would be so mush easier to try them on if like PetSmart or something carried them :p Rather than buy them online and return them when they don't fit |
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We had the problem with the lump too. It worked out some over time but it was much better when we got a size that fit on the third hole. The lump was really bad when it was on the first or second hole. The ones we have now would fit snug with the second hole for both of them but we use the third and keep it a little on the loose side to avoid the lump problem. |
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Glad you found the Kiwi stuff. I didn't know they made a rub type - that'll probably work better over time than the spray kind. I'll have to remember to look for that next time I need some. Brit, I'd call the lady at Wetnose Boutique. Others have talked about how helpful she's been with picking the right sizing so I'm sure she could help you and Jackson. The BB I got for Murphy is doing that same thing but it's not as noticable and it's already settled in some. Congrats on Jackson's very first Buddy Belt!! :D Bonny |
Brit---Jackson looks awesome!!! I know it's a pain but you might wanna try the 5:(!! Reesie is a good fit for the 3, fits on the 3rd hole with clothing on, but he is not done growing so I know he will grow into it well. When I try to 3 on Snick, it only fits on the 4th hole and bunches, but with the 2, he fits into the 2nd to last hole and seems right. It is expensive so I know what we all mean when we want the exact fit!!! :) Viv |
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Or try calling Wetnose. Is that where you ordered from? I wonder if you could order a 5 to try and then return whichever belt you don't need. |
Thanks guys! I just ordered the 5. I emailed WetNose Boutique and told her that I just placed another order for the 5, and once it gets here, I am going to see which is better... the 5 or the 6 and then return the one that does not fit best. I have a feeling he may be a 5! Sooo we'll see!! |
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I've never seen a Three Dog Bakery around here- I'll have to look and see if we have one. |
Brit, I'll be interested to hear how the 5 fits! My Rory has a 16" chest, so she is on the border of two sizes too. Logically, I'd think I should order the bigger one to fit over clothes, since my girls are dressed more often than not, but it sounds like that is what you did and are having issues. Jackson looks great in his new Buddy Belt! :D |
1 Attachment(s) Here is a picture of Jada in her new pink Buddy Belt:) |
I ordered a buddy belt for Harley last night. We are getting the Peacock color. Can't wait to try it! Hope I ordered the right size. |
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ps...thanks for the sweet comments about Jada. I would have taken a pic of Bogie in his, but he thought we were going somewhere when I put his on him and he just melted onto the floor and wouldn't move ( little stinker hates to go outside):D |
I can't wait until it's warm and Reesie gets the hang of walking on a leash so I can get the COUPLER and walk mine together! Is the coupler hard to manage???? :) Viv |
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Walks are much nicer with a coupler IMO;) |
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Gosh I didn't realize there was a danger related to walking with a coupler.:( So far I haven't had a problem, what are some things I should be aware of? We live on a 60 acre farm out in the country, so we aren't around traffic or anything, but I would like to know what the dangers are. I would absolutely die if I caused my babies any harm. |
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Kudos to you though if you can do it successfully. |
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It's all a matter of knowing your dogs' walking habits. If they aren't the kind to get overly excited and pull at anything, no worries. |
I agree with Kristin, couplers are not for all dogs. Both dogs need to have fairly similar walking habits. I could not use a couple with Uni and Katie, Uni is too hyper and running back and forth, Katie is a more mellow trot walker. I did fine with two retractables with them. Katie is more predictable, Uni is not, but if you have two unpredictable ones, then I guess walking them with another human is the solution LOL! |
Brit, about the 5 or 6... I would say stick with the 6. Uni has a 3 and wears it on the smallest hole, but when she has a jacket and/or shirt on, it can go up to the 2nd to the biggest hole. I know Jackson wears a lot of coats in the winter (we have the same skull one you have, and it's a little bulky) so if he's wearing a 5 on the middle hole, once winter comes back around the biggest won't really fit unless you squeeze it on, and I don't want to make it too tight and uncomfortable. |
Thanks for the heads up on coupler walking!!! Reesie's Puppy Preschool teacher (heehee:)) told me to master walking with Reesie 1st and then walk them together on separate leashes and see how they do. If they do well and have similar walking patterns, then I could coupler them. I am derermined to make it work as I really do not want to deal with 2 leashes and the potentials of getting tangled. BUT I also will only coupler walk them if it works out...or else...we will just have to deal with tangling for a bit until they get used to it LOL:) The BB coupler looks SO NICE!!! I think that's why I want it ultimately...LOL!!! To have the complete set of harnesses, leashes, and the coupler!!! I have issues!!!! HAHAHAHHAHAHA!!!! :) Viv |
Vivian, you crack me up, but I understand, those couplers are very pretty! I agree with your Puppy Preschool teacher's advice. Using shorter leashes, I believe, helps prevent tangling and gives you more control. When I see the boys start to move in opposite directions or cross lines (leashes) while sniffing, I say "Let's go!" and direct them back to their walk. |
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As for me, I'm not big on couplers. I've used 'em a few times as I sometimes walk my dads dogs plus Jackson together, equaling 3 dogs... but I just prefer 3 separate leashes. I always feel bad for Buddy, he gets pulled in every which direction and he prefers to go his own way. I'm always walking multiple dogs and I don't find 2 leashes difficult at all (though 3 is def. harder). Granted, usually I'm walking a bigger dog and Jackson together so I probably couldn't use a coupler even if I wanted to. |
Ack, I can't decide.... I feel that the 5 fits him much better than the 6. It looks less bulky and just seems like a better fit, however it definitely won't fit over heavy clothes, maybe just a t-shirt. He can wear it on the 2nd and 3rd hole (on the loosest side) but any further is too tight.... but at least that little fabric covering the d-ring doesn't get all bunched up. I really wish they made a 5.5... both are just kind of awkward in how they fit. The 5 leg holes are a lot smaller than the 6 leg holes... I dunno what to do!!! LOL! |
I'm dealing with the same prob Brit w/ Snick and his size 2. I think I'm going to keep it and put clothing on top of it if need be. The 3 is too bulky on Snick but will be perfect on Reesie. Snick is so small boned anyway and the 3's leg holes are too big. Reesie is a BRUT fatty rolly polly so the 3 will work for him. Think about putting Jackson's clothing on top if the size 5??? Viv |
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