An ill-fitting dog harness will certainly do more harm than good.  When you are in the process of selecting the best dog harness that will fit your dog to a T, you should know your dog’s specific measurements, or better yet, why don’t you bring your dog with you when you go shopping for its harness?

A dog’s measurement is taken from the chest, waist and around the shoulders near the base of the neck.  Get also the measurement of their back, start from the top of the shoulders down to the rib cage.

 
You will know that the dog harness fits your dog well because you can insert a couple of fingers between the harness and your dog’s body.  As your dog grows in size, the size of the harness also needs to be changed.  A harness that fits too snugly will be a source of discomfort to your dog.

Consider how the harness attaches.  Some may have one or two latches, still others have no latches and these are known as step-in harness.  Get one with quick release buckles and adjustable straps for convenience and easy handling. It should also be machine-washable for easy removal of dirt.

If you are not sure about the best harness and collar for your dog, you can ask your vet Black Hills for more information.