Using for a year, harness is getting worn-out on chest part. Dog is loosing hair. I loosened the harness, but didn't help. Do I need a new harness?
1587202
I only used the harness 3 times. It did NOT discourage my dog from pulling. The directions were horrible and the neck part of the harness was difficult to adjust and did not fit right. I went back to my gentle leader.
1587203
I've only had mine for a couple of months or so. It sounds like it might be too small and you need a larger one.
1450951
I've had to adjust my harness several times. My dog was able to pull one of his front legs through the front of the harness until I figured out how to adjust it. I have it tighter on front with a little more give around the chest. My dog is still growing and I've noticed the chest strap getting snug so I'm going to adjust again. Play with the tightness of the straps and see if that helps. Hopefully the harness will work for you... I've just kept adjusting til I found what works!!!
455406
My 17 lb. Cockapoo has had this harness for about 3 years now and I've never had a problem with any part of it -- it is very well made. It doesn't show any signs of wear. He's not a big dog but he can be stubborn and pull if he wants to!
877845
You can't fix it, you're better off buying another one. The best way to keep it working well, is to make sure to use the brush to clean it after every single use, and make sure there's no shaving cream or soap residue left on it.
1104725
I've taken ours off a few times and put it back on. Velcro seems to still hold good. Just make sure the new collar width is compatible.
513220
I also bought mine in 2008 and the covering started flaking off all the areas (except knee rest) a Few years ago. I assumed it was from using too harsh of chemicals to clean it and/or being stored in a hot Texas garage or attic as it didnt get used that much. I replaced the Head cushion (yay for Velcro) and wrapped the arm rest and chest rest with pillow cases and that worked fine. Now that Im doing more chair massage Im buying another one.
1350976
Our Tablor's fur fell out around the collar. At first, I thought hair was getting separated around the collar but after 2 weeks, a inch wide band where the collar laid is bare! The skin looks ok. It is Really to bad as it was helping with his behavior.
1530741
You know I am not sure about this. I think you need to call the manufacturer on that one. We did not trim our collie's fur around his neck as indicated. I think his skin is very sensitive and that might not be a good thing for him. So, anyways; it is going on about 1 1/2 months now; and our life has changed. We like the fact that it promotes a more balanced dog. We do not put it on longer than the recommended time. It is supposed to be 11 hours or less. Fortunately, it works well with walking, playing, indoor play where it isn't needed, and the outdoor play is now QUIET. The phone number of Sportdog is 1-800-732-0144. You know I am not sure about this. I think you need to call the manufacturer on that one. We did not trim our collie's fur around his neck as indicated. I think his skin is very sensitive and that might not be a good thing for him. So, anyways; it is going on about 1 1/2 months now; and our life has changed. We like the fact that it promotes a more balanced dog. We do not put it on longer than the recommended time. It is supposed to be 11 hours or less. Fortunately, it works well with walking, playing, indoor play where it isn't needed, and the outdoor play is now QUIET. The phone number of... » Read More You know I am not sure about this. I think you need to call the manufacturer on that one. We did not trim our collie's fur around his neck as indicated. I think his skin is very sensitive and that might not be a good thing for him. So, anyways; it is going on about 1 1/2 months now; and our life has changed. We like the fact that it promotes a more balanced dog. We do not put it on longer than the recommended time. It is supposed to be 11 hours or less. Fortunately, it works well with walking, playing, indoor play where it isn't needed, and the outdoor play is now QUIET. The phone number of Sportdog is 1-800-732-0144. « Show Less
1308729
Honestly you have to ask the company. They don't put that info in the selling their harness or collars. I had to find out the hard way that if you have a mid-large dog then you might want to choose the harness instead of the collar.
1869656
My dog was a champion puller. I only put it on when we go walking. It fixes the pulling so I'm not sure what wearing it all day would help with, but I don't see any reason why it would be an issue. The straps have a lamb skin pad that cushions the 'armpit' area to keep the straps from irritating his skin. You would have to be canine Houdini in order to skip out of this thing.
1960295
When I put it on my dog, I strap it around her neck first then put her arms through the holes. It doesn't sound like the same one. I really, really like this harness! My dog doesn't pull at all!
1867779
I guess you'd have to contact the manufacturer. I've trusted it and have been very pleased with it. It was recommended to me by some very knowledgeable dog breeders and owners that I trust. I would be shocked, I guess, if this product were anything less than of the highest quality - I hope I'm right!!
770761
I have found that for my dog, a male boxer, taking the collar off at times only confuses him. I extended his free area by adding an extra spool of line. He has quite a large area now. I tried taking his collar off a couple of times, but trust me, he figured it out! I would rather be safe, than sorry. Hope this helps?
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.
1674512
I have had no problems with the harness hook. I really like this grooming setup.
361785
Sounds like my 8 year old female Cocker Spaniel. She didn't seem to respond any differently than usual during a car ride while wearing the wrap. I asked her veterinarian to make sure I had it on her properly. It was on just right and looked like a cute doggie girdle. Just didn't help my dog. Works for some,but not all.
435118
Ours started doing that after a couple years of use. We don't even use our unit anymore for this reason. Thought this was a longer term investment but a new collar is $100....