Has anyone used this with a deep chested dog like a Dalmatian?
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I am not sure if it specifically fits a Dalmation but I can attest that it fits both a standard sized Golden Retriever and a large sized Yellow Labrador Retriever.
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I have a 90 lb GSD and am very pleased with the ThunderLeash, helps tremendously with the "pulling" issue we have!
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I have a boxer mix and pit bull terrier one is 80 lbs and the other is 67 lbs. Works very well with the pulling and keeps them much calmer than a regular leash.
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My dog is deep chested, and we have found that the leash doesn't work well at all. For one thing, it is almost impossible to adjust so that it is comfortable for the dog and keep the it tight enough so that it can operate the way it is supposed to. We are very disappointed in it, and cannot use it at this time. We did not return it as we should have before the date expired. I think "Thunder Leash" should point out these problems for deep chested dogs so that people will not spend their money uselessly.
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My dogs are female Bouvier des Flandres. Pretty close in size (80 lbs.) and chest measurements. The leash works fine for me.
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You could help a little but not too much. The straps are designed to pull back on a dog that's lunging forward. If you pull forward/upward, the front strap becomes useless and the bottom strap will dig into the dog's armpits. If it is just a little weight/pressure it will be ok. But too much force and that bottom strap will be very uncomfortable for the dog, plus the whole harness could slip off.
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I have since donated mine to a Rescue, as my Puppy outgrew this one, but I wore it on my shoulder with my puppy inside and it was wonderful. She also loved it and when she was really tiny I had a little blanket in with her too! It's a nice comfy way to travel with a puppy!
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Yes. I use it on my huge Great Dane and even if her neck were much thicker it would still fit.
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Not with my dog. Hard to get the paws in, as soon as you put one on, he would kick it off.
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Yes..., I have 2 german shepherds and one of them also has a barrel chest.... it works well and is fully adjustable
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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! 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... » Read More 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! « Show Less
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We have been using ours with a 65 Lb., three legged Golden. The only problem we have is getting it in under her since she has problems supporting her back end. I would think for your application it would work quite well as the handles are adjustable. My husband is over 6' and doesn't have to crouch down, it is at a very natural level. We made one similar and bought another brand and this is by far the best. The shape will not be an issue and is is very durable.
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I bought this for our 9lb. dachshund and it didn't fit at all. He is deep chested and it just moved and rubbed him in all the wrong places. I wished I had not spent the money on this.
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I have a Norwegian Elkhound and she has long hair like huskies. I have to put the Dogtra very tight on her and she only feels it at very high level. My dog is medium size, if I had a husky I would buy the more expensive Dogtra that comes with longer prongs and would be more suitable for larger dogs. No, I wouldn't buy this one for a husky.
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I have and it works fine for me. Sits baby up good so he can splash around. It does slide tho so still be with bby every second.
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Kathleen - my dog is a 95 lb lab mix ( not sure what he's mixed with, but he's big)with a deep chest and his fits with ample adjustment strap left over. Hope this helps
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Spencer, I have a Dane puppy being trained to be a service dog. She is only 8 months and is still growing i finally had to get an extension for her chest she is now 33 inches. To answer your question yes it should fit your dog and but just in case it doesn't you can always add an extension to it.
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I used it on my 12kg miniature schnauzer and it worked well - only complain is the bulkiness. Especially the strap at the front shoulder, it is quite thick and broad and it does seem to press against the throat whenever my dog gets very excited - check out from other bulldog owner whether this is an issue as bulldog has a large neck (if not wrong). The harness is really well-make but slightly cost so if you can, try to get a fitting in a pet shop if the shop allow or make sure there is free return without having to pay for return postage. Hope the above answer helps
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The collar inflates like a donut. The size small keeps my 18 lb dog from accessing an incision on his stomach. Assuming the collar is proportional, it should work well. If not, Amazon's return policy should take it back if not working as intended.
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It could depending on dog's body structure and where harness fits on the dog. My dog has a barrel chest and some harnesses hit her right in the crook of her front leg and if it is tight it will run.
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Yes. It's really just a sling that fits under the dog's chest. I think this one may be too large for asmall dog.