Harnesses

Comfort sighthound harness

Details:

In addition to a slender body, sighthounds also have a quite deep chest, that’s why they can easily slip from a normal harness. Harness, created just for them is extended with an additional safety strap that fastens on the narrowest part of the rib cage. Such a harness model is considered to be very safe because the sighthound can not escape from it. We can make a harness for sighthounds with at least 8-10 kg weight.

The nylon webbing of the Comfort harness is fully wrapped in soft and lightweight softshell which creates rounded strap edges, gives a “cushiony” feel to it, contributes to comfort while wearing, and prevents rubbing. Softshell is a durable, water repellent material and easy to maintain (it can be machine washed), but as it’s not UV stable color fading will occur.

Two straps, that embrace the chest, are adjustable and are closing with strong plastic buckles. Adjust the adjustable straps to the appropriate length so that the harness fits close to the chest but at the same time does not restrict its movement (panting). You can usually insert a few fingers or your palm under the correctly adjusted straps. The angled back strap is equipped with a D-ring for attaching the leash, but it can be also used as a handle.

The harness follows the movement and does not tilt as much as the classic Basic model, however, the front part runs across the shoulder joint. By making the harness to measure, we’re aiming for the shoulder joint to have as much space as possible. This model is useful for dogs, who do not tolerate underbelly strap or side tilting of the harness.

Link to the comparison of both harness models (Basic and Comfort).

Harness width

Straps of the Comfort harness can be made in two different widths:

  • 2,5 cm
  • 3,3 cm (shown on a female galgo)

Narrower straps are usually chosen by whippet owners and those who prefer a minimalist look, while owners of bigger sighthound breeds and those who like more robust equipment prefer wider straps. The size of the buckles also depends on the width of the straps.

Available colors:

Black
Sand
Petrol (for small size only)
Melange pink
Blue
Turquoise
Deep red
Purple
Neon orange

Size and measurements

Every Comfort sighthound harness is made individually to fit your sighthound, so you need to measure him before ordering. Only with the correct measurements, we can achieve the optimal strap adjustability and positioning, which prevents rubbing in the armpits or other discomforts. Ask your dog to stand on a flat surface in a relaxed and upright manner, evenly on all four legs. Please measure all the following measurements as required. If you’re having trouble measuring your hound, take more measurements (at least 3) and then take the average.

A – Length around the ribcage
Measure the horizontal length from the last rib on one body side, across the chest and sternum, to the last rib on the other body side. Make sure that the measuring tape is horizontal and on the same level all the way around.

B – Length of the front part of the chest with shoulders
Measure the horizontal length from the groove behind the muscles of the front leg, across the chest and sternum, to the groove behind the muscles of the other front leg. Try to find the groove on the imaginary vertical line from the withers to the elbow. Make sure that the measuring tape is horizontal and on the same level all the way around.

C – Maximum chest circumference
Measure the chest circumference on the deepest point, behind the front legs.

D – Minimum chest circumference
Measure the circumference of the chest’s narrowest part, over the last ribs. Be sure to measure over the ribcage, DON’T measure at the waist where you can’t feel the ribs anymore. The minimum chest circumference is always smaller than the maximum chest circumference and bigger than the waist circumference.

E – Back length
Measure the length over the spine starting from the base of the neck to the base of the tail. Start measuring where the neck joins the body, just in front of the shoulder blades (feel them with your fingers). Additionally, help yourself by lifting your dog’s head and looking at him from the side, the vertex of the angle between the neck and body should be the starting point. Continue measuring along the spine. Stop measuring when you reach the base of the tail, that’s where the tail (vertebrae that can move) joins the body. Lift your dog’s tail to easily determine the tail base.

Provide regular product maintenance to preserve their cleanliness and safety.


Required details for Comfort harness order:

  • harness type
  • width of the straps
  • color of the harness
  • sighthound breed
  • dog’s sex
  • measurements: A, B, C, D, E
  • invoice and delivery information: name, surname, address, postal code, city