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Tripawds Three Legged Dog and Cat Forums Anything Goes Can someone help me pick a harness?

Can someone help me pick a harness?

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chierica

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8 June 2010

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12 January 2011 - 9:18 am

Hi,

I just adopted a new chihuahua this past Saturday. I found the ruffwear smallest harness is to big. My new dog, Bo, only has 2 small stumps for front legs, he was born like that. I'm worried that the harness wont stay put since one strap goes around his chest, and the other under the neck. There are no legs to hold it in place. Does anyone have any ideas on what kind of harness I can buy? I'd like to walk him and lift his front end with the harness and leash, just to give him a break from walking on 2 legs for a while.

Thank You,

Erica

maggie

Portage Lake, Maine

Member Since:
8 December 2009

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12 January 2011 - 11:45 am

Hi there,

Check out this harness, maybe it would work?

http://www.clea.....ntPage=hot

I have this for my (rear) Tripawd...use it when I don't need the extra security/help of the Ruffwear harness .

Tracy, Maggie's Mom

Maggie was amputated for soft tissue sarcoma 10-20-09

Maggie lost her battle with kidney disease on 8-24-13

http://maggie.t.....t-24-2013/

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24 September 2009

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12 January 2011 - 12:06 pm

chierica said:

I found the ruffwear smallest harness is to big.... one strap goes around his chest, and the other under the neck.

Did you measure Bo's girth? It is a dog's girth, not length or weight tht determines the proper fit for the Webmaster harness. It has a three point martnigale strap that connect the front chest strap, and the rear strap connects under the belly behind the rib cage. If Bo has any sort of mass left attached to his scapulas, we doubt the harness would slide forward.

Though admittedly, this is a first. If you still think it won't work for Bo, below are a couple other consideration. When do you find a harness that works, please let us know which one you chose!

Doggieduds Mesh Dog Harness Small Red

Doggiduds® Mesh Dog Harness Made with soft polyester mesh and neoprene seam bindings, an ultra comfortable Doggiduds® harness is designed with your dog’s safety and well being in mind. The chest belt is fully adjustable for a snug, custom fit and features nylon straps, a quick-release buckle and a chrome-plated leash attachment ring. The lightweight harness material is durable and breathable, and it stretches slightly to accommodate the body’s natural movement, providing excellent security and support without pulling or digging in, even when your dog puts tension on the lead. Features: • Comfortable and lightweight • Durable and breathable polyester mesh construction • Slightly elastic to move with your pet • Adjustable straps • Tough snap buckle Item Specifications: Size: (approximate measurements) Small- Neck: 8” circumference, Chest plate: 6” long, Chest strap: 12”- 14” Medium- Neck: 12” circumference, Chest plate: 7” long, Chest strap: 13”-16” Large- Neck- 15” circumference, Chest plate: 8” long, Chest strap: 16”-22” Extra Large- Neck: 17” circumference, Chest plate: 10” long, Chest strap: 19”-30” Materials: Polyester Nylon Neoprene Color: Black Blue Pink Red