Measuring Your Dog Correctly For the Right Fit

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| Measuring | Standard Sizes | Padding |


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Neck - Measure from just ahead of the withers at the base of the neck to the top of the breastbone, then double this measurement. Work the tape under the fur, and pull it snug. Measure the dog, not the fur! Measure only one side of the dog then double the measurement. Wrapping the tape measure all the way around the neck may distort the measurement.

Neck fit is critical. When properly fitted, you should be able to put one finger in the "Y" below the neck and hold the harness on the breastbone. At the same time put a finger in the "Y" at the top of the neck, that finger should be where the neck joins the withers. If in doubt about fit call us.

Tail - Start tape at top of breastbone. Pass between front legs, then up around rib cage to base of tail. Lift tail to feel join.

Rib (freight) - Start tape at top of breastbone, pass between front legs, then
straight back to last rib.

Rear (freight) - Start tape at top of breastbone, pass between front legs, then to back of thigh
(where the spreader bar goes).

Check fit of tail length by pulling on webbing to see of the webbing will come to the base of the tail. Webbing should not come to the base of the tail unless there is tension against it.

EXCHANGES
We want our products to fit properly. If any harness product isn't right, send it back to us in new condition within ten days. Please do not write on the equipment before trying it on your dog. We'll gladly exchange or modify the product, following your instructions as much as possible. For harness modifications, please contact us to determine whether the harness should be modified or exchanged. We'll give you instructions for marking, and check the modifications. Alterations or exchanges of new products are free of charge, and we'll return the items to you post paid. PLEASE EMAIL US AND TELL US YOU ARE RETURNING AN ITEM PRIOR TO SENDING IT BACK.

NOTE: If you order a customized or modified harness, you can not exchange it or obtain a refund. It is your responsibility to give us correct information about sizing.

Standard Sizes

Standard sizes below may be used as a guideline for your measurements.

Part Number
(order by this number)
 Neck Tail Weight
#18  18 26 35-45 lb.
#19  19 26.5 40-50 lb.
#20  20 27 45-55 lb.
#21  21 27.5 50-60 lb.
#22  22 28 55-70 lb.
#23  23 28.5 60-75 lb.
#24  24 29 70-85 lb.
#25  25 29.5 75-90 lb.
#26  26 30 85-100 lb.
#28  28 32+ 100-115 lb.
#30  30 34+ 115-130 lb.

Padding used on our Harnesses

Harness padding does two things; it keeps the webbing from cutting or chafing your dog, and it provides some cushion to prevent bruising. The harnesses we offer have Polar Fleece padding because Polar Fleece is a quick-drying polyester synthetic, it's a good insulator because it holds a lot of air and doesn't absorb water. It's also machine washable.

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