What type of harness is best to use with this seat? Our small dogs never needed harnesses so I am not sure what to get for 8 lb Shipoo.
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My 12 pound dog wears a soft mesh harness when she is in the booster seat. I like the idea of extending the leash that is in the seat a bit, as it is very short. This would give her a bit more room to move around. However, I wouldn't want her to be able to jump out and wander around too much. This is what we were trying to prevent by purchasing the seat. As soon as she sees the seat going into the car, she knows we're about to embark on another adventure!
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I have a 5lbs Chihuahua. The harness goes around her neck, down her chest, up around her belly, and there's a strap that connects between the neck and belly on her back. It works great to hold her and not choke her, should I need to hit the brakes a little harder than normal. There's a metal hook in the center of her back that attaches the hook on the car seat and keeps her dog tag on, as well.Every time I get the harness out, she knows we're going bye bye. :)
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The hook comes from the back and is attached to the bottom in the middle. I have a step in harness and attach the hook to the bottom of the harness near the dog's rib cage. It's a little bit of a pain to hook and unhook but the dog can stand up if she wants to. If you hooked it to the metal hoop on the top of a harness your dog would not be able to stand up without some sort of extension.
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Our 8 lb. Maltipoo wears a collar and not a harness. The leash that comes with the seat is too short and left our dog (which is very short) with no room to move at all so we extended it a few inches with another clip attached to the leash that come inside the seat and it works fine now. Our dog hated the seat at first but now she loves it and can see out the car windows and seems more satisfied.
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I always use a harness on all of my pups (shih tzus). I bought this lead strictly for a training class. You have more control with a harness & leash. Hope this helps!
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My dog's seat sits on the seat if the back is forward enough and there is enough air in the dingy at the bottom. I love this seat, have one for each vehicle. I also put a safety harness on him which is hooked to the seat belt. Hope this helps.
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No, you have to already have a harness for the dog. There is a clip for the harness so they don't climb out. I ended up buying a bigger seat that uses my seatbelt.
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I got it at amazon one side works with the seat belt . The Other side clicks on harness. This is really nice. I have to try it again , it was too big for my dog, she would get out of it. Amazon also sold a strap that goes in seat belt then connects to her collar. That works the best for us.I also got a smaller bed that she sits in. So if you have a dog under 8 pounds don't do it. This harness can be adjusted.
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It's a good quality harness, but personally, for a dog that large, I would go with something else. A dog that big, and I'd look into the easy walk harnesses. Mainly because many harnesses (the ones that have the leash clip on the dog's back), actually give the dog more leverage to pull you. With something like the easy walk harness, it clips in the front (both the harness and the dog's collar attach to the leash), and when the dog pulls, it turns them around. They get no additional leverage for pulling, and in fact, are given incentive NOT to pull.
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I don't use a harness just attach the safety strap, that his attached to the seat belt, to the spot where the leash attaches to the metal part. She can still move around but neither of mine do a lot of that. I love my pet car seats.
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Is it safe to use for tethering a dog to a seatbelt using the back ring? I don't believe this product was ever designed for that purpose. The straps are not that wide, so if the dog were to be restrained during an accident, I don't imagine that it would feel too good for the dog. My answer for that would have to be NO. I will say, that the intended purpose for use with dogs that pull has worked wonderfully for my 9 month old boxer dog. Of course, having an excellent trainer direct us didn't hurt either, but this harness is comfortable for dogs and works. I would definitely recommend this harness and proper positive reinforcement techniques together to correct pulling. Is it safe to use for tethering a dog to a seatbelt using the back ring? I don't believe this product was ever designed for that purpose. The straps are not that wide, so if the dog were to be restrained during an accident, I don't imagine that it would feel too good for the dog. My answer for that would have to be NO. I will say, that the intended purpose for use with dogs that pull has worked wonderfully for my 9 month old boxer dog. Of course, having an excellent trainer direct us didn't hurt either, but this harness is comfortable for dogs and works. I would definitely... » Read More Is it safe to use for tethering a dog to a seatbelt using the back ring? I don't believe this product was ever designed for that purpose. The straps are not that wide, so if the dog were to be restrained during an accident, I don't imagine that it would feel too good for the dog. My answer for that would have to be NO. I will say, that the intended purpose for use with dogs that pull has worked wonderfully for my 9 month old boxer dog. Of course, having an excellent trainer direct us didn't hurt either, but this harness is comfortable for dogs and works. I would definitely recommend this harness and proper positive reinforcement techniques together to correct pulling. « Show Less
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I would suggest a medium as this harness is adjustable. We have been using the medium for our dog for over a year now, and she has grown from approximately 30 to 45 pounds in that time frame.
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The carrier's straps can be criscrossed on a front seat, and the waist strap can be secured around the seat back to provide a secure area for your 4lb pooch. You may need to put a cushion to let the dog see out. Make sure the dog is wearing a harness, and clip to the provided securing strap to keep pup in carrier.
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My dog is 67 lbs now (started at 80 lbs.), 8 years old with a chest of about 30 to 32 in. He is a Husky mix, and has very thick fur. I bought the large one that was labeled 70 lbs. to 130 lbs. and we have it adjusted down now as far as it will go. I think I would go with the large. It takes a little bit to figure out how to adjust the harness, and you really need two people unless your dog is really well trained to stand and let you put it on him. He has had it on pretty much continuously since April, and has no problems with it chafing him anywhere. It has been an answer to prayer for him. Hope it works as well for your dog. My dog is 67 lbs now (started at 80 lbs.), 8 years old with a chest of about 30 to 32 in. He is a Husky mix, and has very thick fur. I bought the large one that was labeled 70 lbs. to 130 lbs. and we have it adjusted down now as far as it will go. I think I would go with the large. It takes a little bit to figure out how to adjust the harness, and you really need two people unless your dog is really well trained to stand and let you put it on him. He has had it on pretty much continuously since April, and has no problems with it chafing him anywhere. It has been an answer to prayer for him.... » Read More My dog is 67 lbs now (started at 80 lbs.), 8 years old with a chest of about 30 to 32 in. He is a Husky mix, and has very thick fur. I bought the large one that was labeled 70 lbs. to 130 lbs. and we have it adjusted down now as far as it will go. I think I would go with the large. It takes a little bit to figure out how to adjust the harness, and you really need two people unless your dog is really well trained to stand and let you put it on him. He has had it on pretty much continuously since April, and has no problems with it chafing him anywhere. It has been an answer to prayer for him. Hope it works as well for your dog. « Show Less
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yes, there is strap with a hook that will attach to your dog's harness. The hook on my seat was pretty big and heavy and I was afraid it would concuss my small dog. I replaced the hook that came with the unit with a smaller lighter hook and it worked fine. She can move around in the seat easily when tethered - she is not the type of dog who will lie still in the seat.
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I returned this item because it was too bulky. I don't remember how the dog harness attaches to the seat booster. Sorry I couldn't be much help..
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My dog has a collar on all the time. I just put him in the seat and hook the strap on the seat to his collar. He's little so it works just fine, he loves his seat.
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There are two straps, one for headrest and one that wraps around the seat, both are adjustable. My doggie weighs 4lbs and loves this seat. I made another pillow to boost her up even further. I agree with others, just stay within the weight requirement and it should work out for you. My husband sometimes only uses the upper strap. I always use both. Hope this helps.
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I think it would be best for you to contact the seller of this harness. I no longer use the harness. Previous answer by David is excellent. Give that loving doggie a bit hug for me.
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I believe this depends on the weight and size of your dog. For example, a dog over say 30lbs would be more comfortable with a wider 1 inch harness so that It does not dig into his fur and cause discomfort. My dog is 55 lbs now and I use the 1 inch harness. Anyone else have any thoughts on this?