Have a full fur standard poodle. Don't want to readjust once fitted. Doesn't chain allow for fitting over head and tighten safely if dog pulls?
136429
Yes the chain will tighten if pulled. I love the collar just keep in mind they run small I have a large lab but his neck is small so I got a med but the med fit a small dog so I got an XL
136430
Yes it fits right over the head and it's loose around the neck until they pull it tightens up right away
1014834
The beauty of this harness is that you don't need to. My dog is a Pom and all fur.. little tiny dog underneath. I wanted something that would slip on and off easily and not get tangled. No buckles to adjust. I tried several harnesses and he either slipped right out of them- including one that was measured for him at the store, or they obviously annoyed him he kept gnawing on them. The Sporn is soft padded and adjustable. My dog weighs 10 lbs and took an xs. They run I think up to xl. I've seen boxers in them. The dog can't slip out no matter what he does but it's comfy. It doesn't strangle him or restrict his movement. The beauty of this harness is that you don't need to. My dog is a Pom and all fur.. little tiny dog underneath. I wanted something that would slip on and off easily and not get tangled. No buckles to adjust. I tried several harnesses and he either slipped right out of them- including one that was measured for him at the store, or they obviously annoyed him he kept gnawing on them. The Sporn is soft padded and adjustable. My dog weighs 10 lbs and took an xs. They run I think up to xl. I've seen boxers in them. The dog can't slip out no matter what he does but it's comfy. It doesn't strangle... » Read More The beauty of this harness is that you don't need to. My dog is a Pom and all fur.. little tiny dog underneath. I wanted something that would slip on and off easily and not get tangled. No buckles to adjust. I tried several harnesses and he either slipped right out of them- including one that was measured for him at the store, or they obviously annoyed him he kept gnawing on them. The Sporn is soft padded and adjustable. My dog weighs 10 lbs and took an xs. They run I think up to xl. I've seen boxers in them. The dog can't slip out no matter what he does but it's comfy. It doesn't strangle him or restrict his movement. « Show Less
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Totally adjustable...just remove links if too long. I use same one on my 8month old, 85lb Rott/Lab
717556
This sounds like a question for the manufacturer. My dog has lots of fur and this affects getting it over the head. The area around the body is adjustable. Lucky Amazon is so good with returns!
916067
It took me several adjustments to get it to fit right. Try letting out on the front adjustment and tightening the one that goes around the chest to see if that might move the straps back . That worked on mine . you could probably make some fleece pads if that doesnt work and than readjust . Remember that this halter isnt meant to be that total answer to pulling. They also still need training as well. It just throws them a bit off when they try to pull. Before our Poodle got the hang of the harness and training he sort of learned to walk sideways to make the harness not work the way it should lol!
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Just like the above picture. Hod the harness so the tighten mechanism is on the back of his neck. You should have 2 loops on the bottom. Place one of the loops in back of his front paws & the other in front of his paws so it's around his neck , then tighten so it fits.
197027
It's been good on the 2 hounds that I got it for - big thing is to readjust regularly - so that it is snug and doesn't get loose enough to rub, but is tight enough to be secure. Good luck.
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I use the front loop. It is a little loose but I don't have concerns she will slip out. It helps with pulling.
1960296
It does go over the head to slip down to go under their legs, but the gap is big enough that when you go to put it on the dog doesn't feel like he has to restrain from it. I tried it on my husky mix because he hates it too, but didn't really try to move around like his other one that goes on tighter around his head.
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I love these harnesses, but one of my dogs did the same thing. This has only happened once. Do you have the soft part of the harness in the back? You should be able to tighten both sides enough so he can't pull out. I usually hold the leash up a bit so he can't pull backwards. I do love the quick release.
945644
As others have already stated, there's no adjustment necessary. I have no problem slipping this on/off my Bullmastiff, and it appears to fit quite comfortably. I've had it on her well over a year--and take it off for baths and such--and have never had to adjust it. It's still in great shape and works great. I would have to say, I highly recommend it, and would definitely purchase again.
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my dog is 55 lbs, with a snot similar to a lab which i would not consider either redactred or extended but she was able to easily nock it off with her paw while walking - it also wore a spot on the top of her snout which has since cleared - i ended up returning the opti and getting the no pull harness from 2hounds and it has solved the pulling problem and fits great - hope that helps.
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yes, if its too big you can adjust the velcro. i rap it around my skinny dog twice.
586003
The pretension can be "adjusted" by where the gate-end chain is attached and whether or not there is slack there. In my case I could not use the provided bracket with several possible attaching holes for the chain. Instead I had to mount a purchased eye bolt in one chosen position. I also added a turnbuckle at that attachment point for easy adjustability of tension, and a clip or repair link for easy detachment of the chain if needed. Since it's a chain, you can choose the chain link to use for the connection and pretension, then double back and secure any loose end. There too, if the excess chain is not cut off I use a stainless steel spring clip or repair link to secure the double back end. The pretension can be "adjusted" by where the gate-end chain is attached and whether or not there is slack there. In my case I could not use the provided bracket with several possible attaching holes for the chain. Instead I had to mount a purchased eye bolt in one chosen position. I also added a turnbuckle at that attachment point for easy adjustability of tension, and a clip or repair link for easy detachment of the chain if needed. Since it's a chain, you can choose the chain link to use for the connection and pretension, then double back and secure any loose end. There too, if... » Read More The pretension can be "adjusted" by where the gate-end chain is attached and whether or not there is slack there. In my case I could not use the provided bracket with several possible attaching holes for the chain. Instead I had to mount a purchased eye bolt in one chosen position. I also added a turnbuckle at that attachment point for easy adjustability of tension, and a clip or repair link for easy detachment of the chain if needed. Since it's a chain, you can choose the chain link to use for the connection and pretension, then double back and secure any loose end. There too, if the excess chain is not cut off I use a stainless steel spring clip or repair link to secure the double back end. « Show Less
102733
hello, i got my dog the bigger vest. i didn't want it to be tight after meals. also if he gets heaver, it sure should fill better then tightcheryl
34519
There is a zipper between the shoulder blade area that can be opened for a leash to connect to a harness, if that is what you are using. I don't use it, since I get better control with a neck collar up high behind the ears.
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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?