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4.5
I measured my dog's chest and she is 31". I bought the Large which says it goes to 32" but it would not even reach around here all the way. I think she would need a 2X in this style. I returned it with ease because they did not offer anything after Large. The material is very soft and a little thin in my opinion. I like a sturdier nylon harness for my large breeds but this would probably be great for smaller dogs as it is very soft and quite easy to snap on. I would have kept it if it had fit. Just size up!Wish they have one size larger, I feel they run small.My dog is a 3 yr old GermanShepard/Rottie mix that weighs 98 pounds, and has a lovably fat neck. Unfortunately, the neck portion was too small (couldn't fit two fingers underneath comfortably) and the bottom part of the harness was not big enough for her barrel chest. We had to DIY it to be an attachment on top her normal harness but on it's own, it did not fit.If it had fit, my only concern would be her slipping out of the harness if she gets scared (at anything and everything), as the harness to leash part did not feel as durable.Ordered largest size available and it looked like fat pup in a little coat. Did not do any justice for my poor pups already hightened social nervousness and fear. Hekka dissapoint, hekka nervum pup mighty let down.I think the embroidered area of the upper neck may be facing the wrong way. It should be facing the person standing in front of the dog so they can read it. Instead, it’s facing me! The embroidered area of the neck piece is almost wider than the dog’s neck is long, and it’s length is a little too short to slip over the dog’s head easily. He keeps shaking his head & trying to get comfortable.I can’t seem to upload a picture.So good I’ve bought several over a 7 year period. He wears it almost every day and it wear very well. It can be hand or machine washed. The bright yellow NERVOUS collar is a great idea for our timid little dog.Honestly, the size is really strange, but its padded and my dog is comfortable. It keeps her from pulling, doesn’t rub her raw. It just doesnt exactly fit rightThe only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because the neck doesn't adjust so if your puppy has a big head it may not fit. But it's also not super comfortable for the dog to squeeze it on like that. It's my only complaint other than that its nice.Absolutely LOVE the new harness I bought for my little dog. He's a very nervous little chap and it does sadly manifest in shows of aggression, simply because he is fearful of other dogs/people/children approaching him. Because he is so small people just seem to want to touch him and don't realise how distressing this can be for him. Hopefully his harness and lead will make others think twice before touching him, and will eliminate the need to me to muzzle him while walking on the lead!UPDATE 4/5/16Although I initially loved the harness, after only a few days use it has begun to fray, and more importantly, there are signs of chaffing under my dogs arms. He measures a size small, the next size up would've been far too big so maybe the cut just isn't quite right where it's supposed to fit under the front legs. Disappointed now, would've been perfect apart from these issuesDo not buy this product if you want to keep a nervous dog safe and on lead!!Our nervous dog had been pulling on the lead, clipped on to the front of the harness. The fabric gave way and she darted away from us. Thankfully she came back, however it could have been so much worse as she was having a bit of a melt down about another dog being present!It's bizarre that a harness made for nervous dogs would be made poorly enough for the fabric to snap when a dog pulls on its lead!Bought this with the lead and I really pleased. What my poor dog has gone through over the years with dogs off leads! I resorted to the no dogs set but it didn't work as his behaviour was misread. I will say that this set is stronger than the other I had ( not sure if it's made by the same people) but with both I have used a stronger harness incorporated . It fits well and is comfortable as he pulls. Clearly displays his issues and our lives are easier going out instead of people thinking he's an aggressive jack russell. I got that constantly to which I used to explain that if you had been attacked 3 times you would be panicky too! Further update, we have used this with a stronger harness underneath which clips together on the lead really well. Still worth every penny, even the vet commented on what a good idea it was.I bought this as one of my dogs is very nervous around other dogs plus a lead to match in the hope that other dog owners wouldn't let their dogs run up to mine as its common knowledge that if your dog has yellow harness etc then its nervous and needs space. The fit is great, seems very hard wearing and strong. Obviously being yellow it does get dirty quite quickly especially at this time of year but i just handwash it. I would recommend anybody with a nervous dog uses one of these as it gives peace of mind when out walking. I think the whole range of these nervous products are a really good idea. My dog weighs around 8kg and the small fitted like a glove!This has made a big difference when walking my nervous of other dogs greyhound - it makes already good owners very considerate. I wouldn’t use it to hold my dog on the lead as it’s not so robust so I just use her collar for the lead.
