HOW easy is it to take on & off; few seconds? does it cause discomfort to put on dog who just had acl surgery
1612423
It's quite easy to put on and take off. Stretchy, with velcro and additional closures. Our dog is 90# has a back end that won't support him anymore. He is quite fussy about being touched and doesn't mind having this put on. You can put it on the dog while he lies on his side, slip it right under. It goes over legs easily -- don't think it will bother ACL. Very happy with this purchase.
1612424
I got this harness for my lab after he had his 2nd ACL surgery. It's not hard to put on it's just trying to get your dog to step into it. I put it on the floor and maneuvered his paws over the holes. Couldn't do this right after surgery however because he wasn't stable enough. I actually only used this a couple of times because it just didn't fit him very well. I did all the measuring they said to do but it still didn't fit well. I just used a sling with handles for him. It worked better.
1612425
It is pretty easy to take on and off. My dog did not seem to mind it at all. I could leave it on and it wouldnt give him any noticeable discomfort and it made it much easier than using a towel for a sling. I recommend this product.
267818
It is easy to take off and on and works very well. I'm not sure about the discomfort level due to surgery. My dog uses it due to arthritis.
1873135
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.
223968
Yes...very easy. It stretches very easily and has enough slack so it is not a struggle to put on.
1438965
Yes, very easy. It helps if you pull one side in a little while putting it on, but really not necessary.
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.
1083756
It is easy to put on and yes, the dog does have to sort of step in to it. I loosen the lanyard strap completely, place the harness over their head and then have them step into it or bend each leg into place, then tighten the lanyard. Takes less than 30 seconds if they stay still. It's light weight, strong and durable and washable. My young pups are pretty rough with them! Hope that helps. PS I got mediums for both my dogs 45 and 55# respectively.
1931607
I use a harness for my dog ,better if you stop real quick ,will not hurt dog much safer than a collar
1611232
Mine is very easy. Just put on and pull off. No twisting. I even bought one for my daughter.
844974
Although I found it a bit perplexing in the beginning, it is actually very easy. I lay it on the floor in front of me with the wrong side up & the size tag closest to me. Then I put my dog in front of that & step his front legs into the leg openings. Then just bring the Velcros together across the back of his neck & then fasten the closures & attach his leash & away we go. Hope this helps.
428673
I don't find them any more difficult. Worse case (if you have arthritis or such) you can use a small pair of pliers to squeeze them more easiy. Keep in mind this is the ONLY safety harness that passed the Center for Pet Safety's 2013 crash tests. So a little hassle is worth it.
1441695
You would have to unattach them from the device. They have a harness type set up. That said, if you read my original comments, I thought it was a terribly designed device. We used ed for a total of 15 yards of walking an our Great Dane fell sideways 5 times. Ont the last fall she split open her incision and had to go back and get restapled. If they had a negative rating I would have given a -5. Buy the better one. Jim
1784094
I don't think you will be disappointed. My dog is only 3 years old and has had bad rear knees and hips. Too much that surgery is not an option. So now she is at least comfortable. Keeping her weight down helps too. I'm in Newport Beach, Ca. So nice to talk to someone half way around the world. It's 83 and sunny here today.
652803
The Velcro is not a big deal at all!! I don't understand why some people hate it so much. I actually love it because it makes it so easy and possible to adjust to the most comfortable position possible.
2190213
I find that positioning is critical to wearing time. I have at times been able to wear 5-6 hours and removing only when a need to urinate, and immediately remount. If not positioned correctly I may get only an hour or so before pain requires a remount. I've not been able to identify the precise position need to avoid pain. I dont use the device at night partially as a means to avoid bruising.
1525393
Very easy. It's a flexible "plastic" like material. I take mine off regularly also for the same reason, and I haven't had any problems so far.
1954848
Takes a few minutes of course, but it's fairly simple to put on and take off. I choose to leave it on as my 4-legged friend usually goes with me. We start out with me peddling a speed that's comfortable for him to run (he's on a leash), then when he starts slowing down I pop him in the basket and he rides happily.
1047601
It is easy to put on, it does give ample room for pee/poo. please read my add on to original review.I advise to NEVER, EVER use it for a lift. It screwed up his rear qtrs. threw him into muscle spasm and he could not walkfor hours.