{"id":1680,"date":"2022-09-02T08:01:58","date_gmt":"2022-09-02T08:01:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.petsmao.com\/?p=1196"},"modified":"2026-07-21T13:37:30","modified_gmt":"2026-07-21T13:37:30","slug":"how-to-put-on-a-dog-harness","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/uk\/how-to-put-on-a-dog-harness\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Put On A Dog Harness"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A dog harness is a good alternative to a simple collar and leash if you\u2019re the proud owner of a slightly over-excited pup.&nbsp;Dogs that pull on their leashes can accidentally hurt themselves from the collar putting too much pressure on the front of their throats. Some mischievous dogs have been known to pull or wriggle free from their collars while on walks. A harness helps to rectify both of these issues.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With that being said, harnesses can be more difficult to put on than collars. And because there are several different kinds of dog harnesses, it can be even trickier to work out how to fit the harness properly.&nbsp;In this article, we\u2019ll explain how to put on the 3 main types of dog harnesses so that you and your pup can enjoy stress-free walks again.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"480\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/young-brown-dachshund-frieda-goes-for-a-walk-stockpack-unsplash-480x720.jpg\" alt=\"young brown dachshund with harness\" class=\"wp-image-1740\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/young-brown-dachshund-frieda-goes-for-a-walk-stockpack-unsplash-480x720.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/young-brown-dachshund-frieda-goes-for-a-walk-stockpack-unsplash-253x380.jpg 253w, https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/young-brown-dachshund-frieda-goes-for-a-walk-stockpack-unsplash-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/young-brown-dachshund-frieda-goes-for-a-walk-stockpack-unsplash-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/young-brown-dachshund-frieda-goes-for-a-walk-stockpack-unsplash-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/young-brown-dachshund-frieda-goes-for-a-walk-stockpack-unsplash-8x12.jpg 8w, https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/young-brown-dachshund-frieda-goes-for-a-walk-stockpack-unsplash-1568x2352.jpg 1568w, https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/young-brown-dachshund-frieda-goes-for-a-walk-stockpack-unsplash-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"simpletoc-title\">Table of Contents<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"simpletoc-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#putting-on-a-standard-harness\">Putting On A Standard Harness<\/a>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#putting-on-a-front-clip-harness\">Putting On A Front-Clip Harness<\/a>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#putting-on-a-step-in-harness\">Putting On A Step-In Harness&nbsp;<\/a>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#final-thoughts\">Harnessing a Dog &#8211; Final Thoughts&nbsp;<\/a>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#frequently-asked-questions\">FAQs<\/a>\n<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"putting-on-a-standard-harness\">Putting On A Standard Harness<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The standard harness is probably the best place to start. This is the most common type of harness, so if you\u2019re not sure what kind of harness you\u2019ve bought, the chances are, it\u2019s this one.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can recognize a standard dog harness by the positioning of the two loops: one that goes around the ribs, and another around the dog\u2019s neck. You\u2019ll also see a D-ring that sits on the dog\u2019s back. This is where you clip the leash onto.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div><a class=\"amalinkspro-img-link apilink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B08CCG96FR?tag=walkiesandwhiskers-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-alp-asin=\"B08CCG96FR\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41ElAcNtjoL._SL500_.jpg\" height=\"500\" width=\"500\" alt=\"Voyager Step-in Air Dog Harness - All Weather Mesh Step in Vest Harness for Small and Medium Dogs by Best Pet Supplies - Fuchsia (Matching Trim), S\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div><style type=\"text\/css\">.amalinkspro-cta-wrap.cta-id-DefaultCTAButton .amalinkspro-cta-btn{border:none;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tborder-radius: 360px;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbox-shadow: 0 1px 0 rgba(255,255,255,0.4) inset;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbackground: #f0c14b;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbackground: linear-gradient(to bottom, #f7dfa5, #f0c14b) repeat scroll 0 0 rgba(0,0,0,0);\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tcolor: #111;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tpadding: 15px 30px;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tfont-size: 16px;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tfont-weight: bold;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttransition: all 100ms;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdisplay: inline-block;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tposition: relative;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttext-align: center;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\twidth: auto;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tmin-height: 50px;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tline-height: 50px;\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttext-decoration: none;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tfont-family:'poppinsregular';}.amalinkspro-cta-wrap.cta-id-DefaultCTAButton .amalinkspro-cta-btn:hover{background: linear-gradient(to bottom, #f5d78e, #eeb933) repeat scroll 0 0 rgba(0,0,0,0);}<\/style><span class=\"amalinkspro-cta-wrap aligncenter cta-id-DefaultCTAButton\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B08CCG96FR?tag=walkiesandwhiskers-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" class=\"amalinkspro-cta-btn apilink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-alp-asin=\"noasin\">Buy on Amazon<\/a> <\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> When your <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/uk\/how-to-keep-a-dog-calm-while-grooming\/\">dog is calm<\/a><\/strong>, position yourself behind them in a sitting, squatting, or standing position.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step 2: <\/strong>Take the wider of the two loops and gently put it over your dog\u2019s head, followed by the narrower second loop. At this point, the D-ring should be on top of your dog\u2019s back.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step 3: <\/strong>Pick up one of your dog\u2019s front legs and guide it into the leg hole so that your dog has one leg between the neck and rib loops.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> Fasten the harness using the buckle or clasp. This should secure your dog\u2019s other leg in the second leg loop. If the two halves of the buckle don\u2019t reach one another comfortably, adjust the strap until you have the perfect fit.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step 5:<\/strong> Once you\u2019ve fastened the harness, you should check that it\u2019s not too loose or tight on any part of your dog\u2019s body. If you can fit two fingers underneath each loop but aren\u2019t able to pull the harness over their head, it\u2019s perfect.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Putting-On-A-Front-Clip-Harness.jpg\" alt=\"Putting On A Front-Clip Harness\" class=\"wp-image-1199\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"putting-on-a-front-clip-harness\">Putting On A Front-Clip Harness<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many dog owners who want to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thewildest.com\/dog-behavior\/help-my-dog-pulls-leash\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">discourage their dogs from pulling at their leashes<\/a> will invest in a front-clip harness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This type of harness is called a front-clip harness. This is simply because the leash gets clipped onto the front of the harness, which goes over the dog\u2019s chest.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bear in mind that some front-clip harnesses are constructed similarly to standard harnesses or step-in harnesses (see below). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The method below is based on the most common design for front-clip harnesses. It features a loop around the ribcage and a strap over the chest, with no separation of leg holes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div><a class=\"amalinkspro-img-link apilink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B071S2XZRW?tag=walkiesandwhiskers-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-alp-asin=\"B071S2XZRW\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51Sf3YY7iBL._SL500_.jpg\" height=\"500\" width=\"500\" alt=\"PetSafe 3 in 1 Dog Harness - No Pull Solution for Dogs - Reflective Dog Harness - Front D-Ring Clip Helps Stop Pulling - Comfortable Padded Straps - Top Handle Enhances Control - Teal - Medium\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div><style type=\"text\/css\">.amalinkspro-cta-wrap.cta-id-DefaultCTAButton .amalinkspro-cta-btn{border:none;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tborder-radius: 360px;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbox-shadow: 0 1px 0 rgba(255,255,255,0.4) inset;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbackground: #f0c14b;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbackground: linear-gradient(to bottom, #f7dfa5, #f0c14b) repeat scroll 0 0 rgba(0,0,0,0);\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tcolor: #111;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tpadding: 15px 30px;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tfont-size: 16px;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tfont-weight: bold;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttransition: all 100ms;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdisplay: inline-block;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tposition: relative;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttext-align: center;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\twidth: auto;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tmin-height: 50px;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tline-height: 50px;\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttext-decoration: none;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tfont-family:'poppinsregular';}.amalinkspro-cta-wrap.cta-id-DefaultCTAButton .amalinkspro-cta-btn:hover{background: linear-gradient(to bottom, #f5d78e, #eeb933) repeat scroll 0 0 rgba(0,0,0,0);}<\/style><span class=\"amalinkspro-cta-wrap aligncenter cta-id-DefaultCTAButton\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B071S2XZRW?tag=walkiesandwhiskers-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" class=\"amalinkspro-cta-btn apilink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-alp-asin=\"noasin\">Buy on Amazon<\/a> <\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Step 1: <\/strong>It\u2019s best to start from the right hand side when putting on a front-clip harness. So approach your dog from their right side and kneel down. The dog can either be standing or sitting, as long as they are calm.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step 2: <\/strong>Locate the loop of the harness that fits around the ribcage and pass it over the dog\u2019s head. At this point, the ring that the leash will be clipped to should be on the front of your dog\u2019s chest.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step 3: <\/strong>Next, fasten the strap that goes under your dog\u2019s chest and belly.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step 4: <\/strong>Take some time to ensure that you can\u2019t pull the harness over your dog\u2019s head. Also, that you can snugly fit two fingers under the loop and strap.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"putting-on-a-step-in-harness\">Putting On A Step-In Harness <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A step-in harness is slightly easier to fit than a standard harness for some people. It somewhat resembles a standard harness, but instead of the leg holes being rectangular, they are triangles.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div><a class=\"amalinkspro-img-link apilink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00YGZBGIU?tag=walkiesandwhiskers-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-alp-asin=\"B00YGZBGIU\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51BogVbKgoL._SL500_.jpg\" height=\"500\" width=\"500\" alt=\"Gooby Comfort X Step in Harness - Black, Small - No Pull Small Dog Harness Patented Choke-Free X Frame - Perfect on The Go Dog Harness for Medium Dogs No Pull or Small Dogs for Indoor and Outdoor Use\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div><style type=\"text\/css\">.amalinkspro-cta-wrap.cta-id-DefaultCTAButton .amalinkspro-cta-btn{border:none;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tborder-radius: 360px;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbox-shadow: 0 1px 0 rgba(255,255,255,0.4) inset;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbackground: #f0c14b;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbackground: linear-gradient(to bottom, #f7dfa5, #f0c14b) repeat scroll 0 0 rgba(0,0,0,0);\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tcolor: #111;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tpadding: 15px 30px;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tfont-size: 16px;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tfont-weight: bold;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttransition: all 100ms;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdisplay: inline-block;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tposition: relative;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttext-align: center;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\twidth: auto;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tmin-height: 50px;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tline-height: 50px;\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttext-decoration: none;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tfont-family:'poppinsregular';}.amalinkspro-cta-wrap.cta-id-DefaultCTAButton .amalinkspro-cta-btn:hover{background: linear-gradient(to bottom, #f5d78e, #eeb933) repeat scroll 0 0 rgba(0,0,0,0);}<\/style><span class=\"amalinkspro-cta-wrap aligncenter cta-id-DefaultCTAButton\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00YGZBGIU?tag=walkiesandwhiskers-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" class=\"amalinkspro-cta-btn apilink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-alp-asin=\"noasin\">Buy on Amazon<\/a> <\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Your step-in harness will need to be ready for your pup to step into before you can do anything else. Lay the harness out on the floor. The triangle shapes should be visible and the d-rings should be underneath the buckles.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step 2: <\/strong>The next thing to do is put your dog in position. Holding them from behind, encourage them to put their front paws into the triangular leg holes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step 3: <\/strong>Grasp the harness from both sides and clip the ends together on top of the dog\u2019s back.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step 4: <\/strong>Don\u2019t forget to check that the harness is adjusted to the correct size. Use the two-finger test and see if you can pull the harness over the dog\u2019s head. If you can\u2019t, it\u2019s safe to use.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"final-thoughts\">Harnessing a Dog &#8211; Final Thoughts <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No matter what kind of harness you use to walk your dog, it\u2019s important to know how to put it on correctly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We hope that our instructions on how to put on standard, step-in, and front clip harnesses have been helpful. Remember to check the fit of your dog\u2019s harness before heading out on your walk.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t forget to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/uk\/how-to-leash-train-a-dog\/\">leash train<\/a><\/strong> as well!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Fit the 5 Main Types of Dog Harnesses\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DeDcWpvtEVw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1662105325817\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can I Leave A Harness On My Dog All The Time?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">If the harness fits properly, a dog should be able to wear it throughout the day without any discomfort. However, you should always take your dog\u2019s harness off at night and whenever you leave them unsupervised.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1662105334101\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can Dogs Hurt Themselves Pulling On A Harness?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A dog is much less likely to cause themselves pain or injury by pulling on a harness than when pulling on a collar. With that being said, it is crucial that the harness is well padded and fits properly to eliminate the risk of chest injury.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1662105339016\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Are Harnesses Bad For Dogs\u2019 Shoulders?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Poorly constructed or ill-fitting dog harnesses have the potential to restrict shoulder movement.<br\/>This can eventually lead to pain and medical conditions like arthritis and bursitis. Because of this, it\u2019s important to check that your harness is not too tight before you use it.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A dog harness is a good alternative to a simple collar and leash if you\u2019re the proud owner of a slightly over-excited pup.&nbsp;Dogs that pull on their leashes can accidentally hurt themselves from the collar putting too much pressure on the front of their throats. 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