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Annie&Badger · 04-17-2006, 02:36 PM

I've got one from Pet Pavilion on the King's road but it doesn't really fit Badger. It's too flexible if that makes sense. It goes over the neck and then there's a t-bar underneath and then a bit that goes over the tummy but it's too loose and the buckle along with the lead clasp keep falling to one side and messing up the whole balance. It interferes with his legs. The people at the store said it was for smaller dogs but he's only about two and a half pounds now and it just looks really uncomfortable on him. I've got him on the collar and lead but I'm really not happy with that either

Can anyone suggest something I can buy online or maybe here in the UK that's suitable for smaller dogs?

megan_kat22 · 04-17-2006, 02:38 PM

you might want to try a harness vest. i think there are similar threads about this that could give you some really good info and suggestions! I hope you find the right one, let us know what you pick!

Tiger's Mom · 04-17-2006, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Annie&Badger

I've got one from Pet Pavilion on the King's road but it doesn't really fit Badger. It's too flexible if that makes sense. It goes over the neck and then there's a t-bar underneath and then a bit that goes over the tummy but it's too loose and the buckle along with the lead clasp keep falling to one side and messing up the whole balance. It interferes with his legs. The people at the store said it was for smaller dogs but he's only about two and a half pounds now and it just looks really uncomfortable on him. I've got him on the collar and lead but I'm really not happy with that either

Can anyone suggest something I can buy online or maybe here in the UK that's suitable for smaller dogs?

I just started offering vest harnesses so see if you want one from my collection . . . . I don't have a website yet but here's what I have on pictures to give you an idea.

http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/desmen...TicuEBYADJ8wBh

Enikuo · 04-17-2006, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Tiger's Mom

I just started offering vest harnesses so see if you want one from my collection . . . . I don't have a website yet but here's what I have on pictures to give you an idea.

http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/desmen...TicuEBYADJ8wBh

Those harnesses are adorable!

Scooter definitely needs a blue one.

Tiger's Mom · 04-17-2006, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Enikuo

Those harnesses are adorable!

Scooter definitely needs a blue one.

well, if you are interested, PM me your size and we can talk business

fasteddie · 04-17-2006, 02:55 PM

Also, have you tried a cat harness? We used to use a cat one for Yoda until he grew up a bit, it worked great for us!

Annie&Badger · 04-17-2006, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Tiger's Mom

I just started offering vest harnesses so see if you want one from my collection . . . . I don't have a website yet but here's what I have on pictures to give you an idea.

http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/desmen...TicuEBYADJ8wBh

Oh they're gorgeous. Do you do different sizes? How would I know which one to get him? Would you be okay shipping to the UK? Obviously I'd pay whatever. What type of fabric is that? Is that okay for summer?

Haha! Sorry for so many questions!

Tiger's Mom · 04-17-2006, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Annie&Badger

Oh they're gorgeous. Do you do different sizes? How would I know which one to get him? Would you be okay shipping to the UK? Obviously I'd pay whatever. What type of fabric is that? Is that okay for summer?

Haha! Sorry for so many questions!

Of course I can ship to the UK, and will let you decide on what type of service. All fabrics are made of cotton with a very lightweight black fleece backing. all are secured with a velcro so easy to put on and off. It should be okay for summer!

Here are my standard measurements so let me know which one:

Tiny 1 = up to 2 lbs and chest size is 10-11 inches
Tiny 2 = up to 4 lbs and chest size is 11-12 inches
Tiny 3 = up to 6 lbs and chest size is 12 - 14 inches
Tiny 4 = up to 8 lbs and chest size is 14 - 16 inches

All my vests come standard with a "paw charm" unless you specify "yorkie charm". They are all made of sterling silver.

I will send you a PM on pricing.

shelbysmom · 04-17-2006, 04:50 PM

http://www.petsmart.com/global/produ...N=2032961&Ne=2

that is the one I got for shelby when she was barely 2lbs. still works at 3.7lbs. (it is for dogs under 10lbs)

Annie&Badger · 04-17-2006, 05:18 PM

Thanks Shelbysmom. I think I'm going to go with the ones from Tiger's Mom... I just can't decide on a colour! I really like the orange and the green one...

One question... Badger is about 2 and half pounds but there's no way his chest is about eleven inches. I think it's much smaller. Will the velcro straps adjust? Should I get the four pound and up one? He's four months on Saturday so I'm expecting him to get a bit bigger

Thanks so much for all the info! I just saw the photo with Tiger and they look adorable!

Tiger's Mom · 04-17-2006, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Annie&Badger

Thanks Shelbysmom. I think I'm going to go with the ones from Tiger's Mom... I just can't decide on a colour! I really like the orange and the green one...

One question... Badger is about 2 and half pounds but there's no way his chest is about eleven inches. I think it's much smaller. Will the velcro straps adjust? Should I get the four pound and up one? He's four months on Saturday so I'm expecting him to get a bit bigger

Thanks so much for all the info! I just saw the photo with Tiger and they look adorable!

Well actually, although it does say up to 2 pounds, some yorkies have slimmer chest than others, and perhaps that is the case with you baby. The velcro is definitely adjustable from 10 - 11 inches (and a bit more). Just to give you an idea, Tiger was wearing a Teeny 2 (which is supposedly up to 4 pounds) but he has a slim torso and still fit snugly on the Teeny 2 but he is 5.5 pounds and 6 months

. I suggest you measure you baby's chest and if he is under 10 inches, go with the Teeny 1 as there is plenty of room to adjust later on to an 11. Of course, I leave the decision up to you

Annie&Badger · 04-17-2006, 05:54 PM

Okay, I just measured! He was asleep bless him and he was all like 'why are you waking me up?!' and then just flopped back down. Aww! I love him

Right. His chest is ten inches more or less and he's two and a half pounds (we think he'll be about four pounds full grown but he's really slowed down with his growth). What do you think? Get one in a teeny 1 for now and then two more to keep back until he's bigger? Just to be sure, there's an orange one, a green one and a blue one right?

Shanatink · 04-17-2006, 06:04 PM

I have lots of different styles of harnesses and harness vest perfect for small dogs: www.tinkerbellscloset.com

Tiger's Mom · 04-17-2006, 06:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Annie&Badger

Okay, I just measured! He was asleep bless him and he was all like 'why are you waking me up?!' and then just flopped back down. Aww! I love him

Right. His chest is ten inches more or less and he's two and a half pounds (we think he'll be about four pounds full grown but he's really slowed down with his growth). What do you think? Get one in a teeny 1 for now and then two more to keep back until he's bigger? Just to be sure, there's an orange one, a green one and a blue one right?

you are sooo funny . . .are you getting more than one?

If so, I suggest you get 1 teeny one and 1 teeny 2 . . I leave the color up to you

oopsss . .forgot, I also have a light yellow fabric with little black bumble bees . . so cute and a light blue one that has the same pattern as the lime green!

Annie&Badger · 04-17-2006, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Tiger's Mom

you are sooo funny . . .are you getting more than one?

If so, I suggest you get 1 teeny one and 1 teeny 2 . . I leave the color up to you

oopsss . .forgot, I also have a light yellow fabric with little black bumble bees . . so cute and a light blue one that has the same pattern as the lime green!

Done! I will have a teeny 1 in the orange and a teeny 2 in the bumble bees!! Yayness!!! Can you pm me all the details and we'll sort that out tonight

and thank you for your patience!!

04-17-2006, 02:36 PM	#1
Annie&Badger YT Addict Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: London Posts: 284	Harnesses for Smaller Yorkies I've got one from Pet Pavilion on the King's road but it doesn't really fit Badger. It's too flexible if that makes sense. It goes over the neck and then there's a t-bar underneath and then a bit that goes over the tummy but it's too loose and the buckle along with the lead clasp keep falling to one side and messing up the whole balance. It interferes with his legs. The people at the store said it was for smaller dogs but he's only about two and a half pounds now and it just looks really uncomfortable on him. I've got him on the collar and lead but I'm really not happy with that either Can anyone suggest something I can buy online or maybe here in the UK that's suitable for smaller dogs?

04-17-2006, 02:38 PM	#2
megan_kat22 I love my boys! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Houston Posts: 1,913	you might want to try a harness vest. i think there are similar threads about this that could give you some really good info and suggestions! I hope you find the right one, let us know what you pick! __________________ -Megan, Tucker & Tripp "My little dogs- heartbeats at my feet" www.dropshots.com/megan_kat22

04-17-2006, 02:55 PM	#6
fasteddie *YT 6000 Club Member* Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 6,238	Also, have you tried a cat harness? We used to use a cat one for Yoda until he grew up a bit, it worked great for us! __________________ YODA & WINKY R ::: RIP Winky ::: RIP Yoda!

04-17-2006, 06:04 PM	#13
Shanatink Mommy to 3 Princesses Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 11,030	I have lots of different styles of harnesses and harness vest perfect for small dogs: www.tinkerbellscloset.com __________________ Custom Dog Clothing Boutique www.TinkerbellsCloset.com

04-17-2006, 04:50 PM	#9
shelbysmom YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 1,394	http://www.petsmart.com/global/produ...N=2032961&Ne=2 that is the one I got for shelby when she was barely 2lbs. still works at 3.7lbs. (it is for dogs under 10lbs)

04-17-2006, 05:18 PM	#10
Annie&Badger YT Addict Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: London Posts: 284	Thanks Shelbysmom. I think I'm going to go with the ones from Tiger's Mom... I just can't decide on a colour! I really like the orange and the green one... One question... Badger is about 2 and half pounds but there's no way his chest is about eleven inches. I think it's much smaller. Will the velcro straps adjust? Should I get the four pound and up one? He's four months on Saturday so I'm expecting him to get a bit bigger Thanks so much for all the info! I just saw the photo with Tiger and they look adorable!

04-17-2006, 05:54 PM	#12
Annie&Badger YT Addict Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: London Posts: 284	Okay, I just measured! He was asleep bless him and he was all like 'why are you waking me up?!' and then just flopped back down. Aww! I love him Right. His chest is ten inches more or less and he's two and a half pounds (we think he'll be about four pounds full grown but he's really slowed down with his growth). What do you think? Get one in a teeny 1 for now and then two more to keep back until he's bigger? Just to be sure, there's an orange one, a green one and a blue one right?