I'm buying a "Kitty Holster" vest/harness to use with this, so I'd just like to know about the leash. Did you like the leash for your cat?
10090
yes, it fits very good on her I don't walk her out side but I have it on when we go to the vet along with a carrier.
10091
We did use the leash. Our cat is an escape artist, though, so the harness didn't stay on long. The leash was fine while we were able to use it. Good length, secure clasp.
10092
Yes. I like the bungee aspect of the leash. It allows the cat to explore around. I would not recommend this leash for the vet's office though..too much recoil ;)
10093
HaHaHa! So funny. When I leash up Mowgli, he lays down. Period. End of story. I suppose I could drag him around, remembering to turn him over so he doesn't lose all the fur on one side. I'm still working on it...the solution will probably involve food, probably tuna. The harness product is ok fine...cat psychology is the problem. Good luck.
617703
Maybe the reviews you say you have read are not descriptive enough. You can take your cat for a walk in this harness ONLY if you attach it to a leash. I'd only recommend taking a cat for a walk in your own backyard, like after a removal when they have to get familiar with their new environment and leave their scent in their territory. One thing I did is put the harness on, tight enough but not too much, attach an extendable leash to it, and put the handle in a 5ft (1.5m) long, 3/4" (2cm) wide, deeply and firmly grounded pole in the centre of my backyard. Because my garden is in the shade and there's no vegetation or any other obstacle nearby, he was allowed to walk or just sit and look around more freely for quite some time while I was doing some gardening, he just couldn't go further than the length of the leash.
1171413
I sgree with just about everyone's opinion. The important thing is to measure the girth of your kitten; is he full grown yet? You may need to buy one for his wee size and, when he becomes an adult, buy a larger size. But do check the manufacturer's measurements and compare them with your kitty's. These holsters are just about escape-proof. Good luck!
1378601
I use mine daily with a 5 feet leash and that seems to be the perfect length to walk him. The perfect thing about this device is that you keep still control of the leash as the handle is close to your hand to correct when needed. As it uses bungee cord I don't see how it could cause any body problems.
1033239
I have mine as a safety precaution for my dog...She is on retractable leash w/harnesses when we go trail walking.
2129276
I love this leash. It's totally worth buying. Although I use it on dogs taller than yours. I have two 50 lb siberian huskies and this is 4 feet long. Which is fine for my height dogs but you might need a 6 ft. Just a thought. Maybe do some measuring between the dog and your grasp. I'm 5'6 so if you are closer to the ground it might work? Def works great. Very bright and I'm constantly asked about where to get this since out at night on a dark boardwalk and without notice people think my huskies are "wolves". :)
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Betty, Yes it is a buckle. All of the harnesses I have tried use this type of buckle. I believe there is a harnessthat is cloth and may close with velcro. I believe they custom make them to fit your cat. It looks likea small coat almost. You will have to do a web search to find it.Cat Walker
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Once the harness is on, i have had no issues with either of my cats. Large maine coon and a small torty. The velco holding the middle area is wide and doesnt come off easy unless you want it off. I have had to pull my cat back by the leash a couple times and have had no issues. I love these harnesses and do not regret the purchase. My cats love the walks.
237912
I ordered the small for my cat and it was like the one on the dog. Wavy around the outside, padding near the neck line and adjustable velcro. Worked very well, my cat can move much better but she can't get at her eye. It did Crack along one of the velcro strips but it still works just fine and I'd probably blame that on my cat, not the product. It's pretty well made overall.
1171410
This harness didnt work well for my cat. He had a hard time moving his front legs in it. Sorry!
1308749
The kitty holster website does have one based on neck and chest measurements I think, I think links get edited out- but if you just search for kitty holster you should find it- but I do not believe its on amazon unfortunately
992928
my cat is much smaller so Velcro holds. However, I use the kitty holster to hold other items - by that I mean I put the kitty holster neck part through the handle of plastic bag and then hang the bag on a hook to hold my recycleables. The kitty collar does have good Velcro. I have to really pull at it to unfasten it once I bring Emily in the house. It doesn't just pull apart easily you have to really pull hard to get it off.
1185825
I have purchased holsters for two cats - one S/M & one M/ L. They both were a good fit for my cats.
127219
I think so. It rides up on the cat's neck a bit when the cat lies down, but if you adjust it tighter around the cat's chest, it might not do that. You have to be careful when walking the cat in the harness - my cat actually got out of it. He went underneath something and got the leash caught between two things, and it scared him so he backed up and ended up backing out of his harness. I don't really know how he was able to do it, but he did!
2055281
If you have a medium to long haired cat it may be a challenge. It pulls the belly hairs if you're not careful. I wish the holster fastened on top (back) of the kitty but you have to attach it underneath the belly. Once in place the holster is very secure.
1664779
I think it works great. It gives more flexibility which is a good thing for my cat who's not a big fan of being on a leash.
988712
I dont think so, I have my dog wear his collar and his leash is attached to that and not to the vest.