A poorly fitted harness does more than chafe—it can permanently restrict how your dog moves.
Many horizontal chest straps stop pulling by physically blocking the shoulder blade. Imagine trying to run with your knees tied together.
A true biomechanical harness forms a 'Y' at the chest. This leaves the shoulders free to glide, letting your dog run naturally in the park.
S/M/L sizes vary by brand. Measure the lower neck, the widest part of the ribs, and the spine length to prevent painful sliding.
Can you slide two fingers flat under the straps? If not, it's too tight. Any more, and they might slip out in heavy Bandra traffic.
Feel for the bony point at the front. The 'V' of the harness must sit here. Too high and it hits the throat; too low and it blocks legs.
Does your dog reach forward fully? If the stride looks short or elbows turn out, the gear is fighting their natural movement.
Thick padding traps heat in Delhi or Mumbai. Choose breathable air-mesh. A wet harness after monsoons can cause nasty fungal infections.
Skin bulging around the straps isn't just an eye-sore; it's restricting circulation. This is critical for comfort during long walks.
Indie dogs have deep chests and slim waists. Use a 'security' harness with a third waist strap to stop them from backing out.
Leave a 3-finger gap between the armpit and the strap. Chafing here leads to 'hot spots' that thrive in our tropical weather.
A harness isn't for control; it's for safe movement. Get the fit right today, and you protect their joints for a lifetime of walks.
Get our complete measurement checklist and the top-rated Y-shaped harnesses for Indian breeds.