How do you put on a 2 way dog harness? What to Know

How Tight Should a Dog Harness Be?

Dog harnesses should fit securely so that your dog cannot escape. But, it should also fit comfortably so that your dog is not under any duress.

One of the main reasons a dog might not like its harness is due to the lack of padding and the resulting discomfort. A high-quality harness is not the cheapest but will have good padding in all the right places. A good rule of thumb is to ensure you can fit two fingers underneath all straps on the harness, including under the dog’s belly. This ensures that your dog is comfortable. You would never want to wear something too tight and neither does your dog!

To make sure that your dog’s harness is safe, gently try to pull the harness over his head. Make sure you do this slowly and carefully so you do not cause any distress to your dog. If the harness can come off over his head, then it is not safe and must be adjusted.

This must be addressed because if your dog pulls on the leash, the harness may come off. This may result in injury to your dog, or he may get lost.

How to put on a dog harness: step by step instructions

Before you attempt to put the harness on, let your dog inspect it. Hold the harness up for your dog to sniff, or place it on the floor so your dog can investigate the strange contraption at his leisure.

This simple step allows your dog to become familiar with the harness. Hopefully, this will alleviate some of the anxiety that may come with wearing a harness for the first time.

How to Put On a Dog Harness?

A dog harness can come in a variety of different styles, each with a different way to fit the harness to your dog. But, how do you put on a dog harness?

Smaller breed dogs may enjoy wearing a fashion dog harness, available in a wide range of colors and designs. Why not coordinate your dog’s harness with your stylish outfit?

Here are the main steps to take when fitting your dog’s fashion harness:

Unbuckle the straps.

Place the harness over your dog’s head and under the dogs chest.

Clip the buckle in place on his back.

Adjust the size of the harness for maximum comfort and security.

Give your dog positive reinforcement for being so well-behaved for his pet parents!

A step-in harness is a good choice for new pet owners or owners with mobility issues. You can easily place your dog on top of the harness and pull it up over his legs.

Here are the steps you need to take to put on step-in harnesses:

Unbuckle the harness.

Place the harness on the ground, spreading out each harness section.

Encourage your dog to sit close to the harness.

Place the two of your dogs paws into the front harness loops.

Pull up the harness so the buckle components meet on your dog’s shoulder blades.

Adjust the straps to make sure the harness fits securely, but not too tight.

Reward your dog with his favorite treat!

A no-pull harness is sometimes the easiest harness to fit! There is no need to lift your dogs leg, as the harness fits over his head, with two side buckles.

Here are the quick steps you need to take to fit a no-pull harness on your dog:

Unbuckle the no-pull harness

Place the harness over the head.

Rest the buckles on his back.

Lift the other side of the buckles from under your dogs legs.

Click the two buckles in place.

Adjust the fit of the harness so that your dog is safe, yet comfortable.

Reward your dog for being well-behaved!

Front-clip harnesses are sometimes recommended for strong dogs when teaching them not to pull. The front leash attachment allows dog owners to have more control over their dogs and discourage pulling habits.

Here are the steps you need to fit front clip harnesses onto your favorite dog:

Unbuckle the front clip harness and identify the D-shaped ring.

Slip the neck hole over the head, keeping the D-shaped ring at the front.

Take the two loose ends of the harness and fasten them under the dogs chest.

Adjust the sizing of the harness so that your dog cannot escape the harness yet feels comfortable.

Click the leash onto the D-shaped ring.

Reward your pet with his favorite treat!

A back clip harness is a good choice for small dogs.

Here are the main steps to take when putting the back clip harness on your dog:

Unclip the harness straps and lay them out on the floor.

Fit the neck hole of the harness over his head.

Bring both ends of the buckle to meet under the dogs chest.

The D-shaped ring should be at your dog’s back, close to his shoulders.

Adjust the harness to ensure it fits comfortably, but securely also.

Give a treat to your furry friend!

A special fit dog harness adopts a modular design and luxurious material, creating a snug harness for your pooch.

Here are the steps you need to consider when fitting this harness to your dog:

Clip the buckle around the dog’s neck.

Lift the straps from under the front legs and clip the remaining buckles in place.

Adjust the sizing and the fit of the harness for comfort and security.

An over-the-head harness allows you to secure the harness over your dog’s head.

Here are the steps to take to fit overhead harnesses on your dog:

Encourage your dog to sit close to you.

Slide the harness over your dog’s head, making sure you are using the correct neck hole.

Lift each paw into the correct loop separately.

Lift the straps behind your dog’s body.

Secure the buckle.

Adjust the harness to make sure it fits your dog well. It should be comfortable but secure.

Don’t let your furry friend miss out on your favorite sports activity! Use the Neewa hands-free dog leash running harness attached to a Neewa trekking belt to let you and your dog work out together.

Here are the main steps to take when using a sports harness:

Unclip any buckles.

Place the sports running harness over your dog’s head.

Bring the clips round to meet on his back.

Fasten the clips in place.

Adjust the sizing of the harness for a snug, safe fit.

Attach the trekking belt to your body and then fit the hands-free leash attachment between the harness and your belt.

How to Put on Dog Harnesses

If you own a dog, there is a pretty good chance you will use a dog harness at some point in their life.

Either way, you will want to know how to put one on. Not only that, but you are probably wondering which one to buy and how to find the right size?

Here we will answer all your frequently questions, giving you the best chance of having a happy dog in a well-fitted harness!