Kurgo Enhanced Strength Tru-Fit Dog Car Harness, Crash Tested, Steel Nesting Buckles, Includes Seatbelt Tether, Medium-Black

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While there are no rules surrounding how they are secured – seatbelt clips, harnesses, car seats and carriers are all suggested – many people like to keep their dog in the car and not the boot. In which case, a car harness is ideal as it is specifically designed to be used in a vehicle.

Whether you’re heading out for a walk, run, or long trek, Kurgo has the perfect dog harness for your pup. We offer a variety of dog walking harnesses to meet your dog where he’s at, whether new to a harness or a seasoned adventurer. Our no pull dog harness helps train your dog not to pull, providing a more comfortable and less stressful outing for both you and your dog. Our active dog harnesses are designed with durability and flexibility in mind, using rugged materials that will stand up to whatever conditions await your pet on the trail. Planning an extended journey? Your pup will be self-sufficient in our gear- and accessory-ready MOLLE compatible harnesses and gear, including the RSG County MOLLE vest harness and RSG Townie MOLLE vest harness. The Began Dog Car Harness is a high quality yet affordable dog car harness that’s suitable for all sized dogs. Although it’s not crash tested, the brand state that it complies with the V9 DT Pet Safety durability test and it’s been tested to withstand forces generated from sudden stops. Another affordable car harness for dogs is by the SlowTon brand and they offer the widest selection of styles. It’s designed to be an easy on and off harness that can be used inside the car or as a regular harness that connects to a leash. In terms of the construction, it uses a combination of a soft canvas materials and a breathable mesh fabric.So, some harnesses like Julius K9 will usually be fine in the car, but be aware that if your dog is particularly fidgety or strong, a dedicated car harness will always be a winner, especially if your usual harness is designed specifically for walking or training. Once you've adjusted your harness for the proper fit, putting it on should be a breeze. Follow the directions below or use our How to Put on an Overhead Harness Infographic.

Although crash tested harnesses come with a premium price tag, you have complete peace of mind that they are safe to use. However, that’s not to say the alternatives aren’t safe to use but they have simply not been tested. Step 5:Adjust the belly of your harness (if applicable) to fit snugly.Only some harnesses, like Kurgo's Tru-Fit Smart Harness (with 5 adjustment points),include an adjustment point on the stomach.Designed by Dr Roger Mugford at the Company Of Animals, the CLIX is one of the most popular dog car harnesses available to buy online. This is designed as a no-pull solution for most dogs, with both a lifting action and front control steering. It’s a great design for flat-nosed dogs who cannot wear a headcollar. Although slightly more than the RAC alternative above, the SlowTon harness offers additional styles and sizes. Considering the low price tag, you cannot go wrong with this dog car harness and it won’t disappoint. So what exactly is a crash tested harness? At Kurgo, our Enhanced Strength Tru-Fit Dog Car Harness was tested at an established University testing facility using the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard for child restraint systems. This was tested for dogs up to 75 pounds and simulated using weighted dog toys, for realistic testing, and proved successful. Some harnesses, such as the Kurgo Car Harness, give you a carabiner which clips to the fastened seatbelt rather than struggling to loop the belt through the harness. Crash Testing for Safety

Our Impact Harness initially passed for dogs weighing up to 130lbs at the University of Michigan testing facility in 2016. Since then, we’ve refined our dog dummy for accuracy, and improved our testing standards. The Impact Harness passed the crash test at Calspan in 2020 for dogs weighing up to 108 pounds using current PPSC testing guidelines. The new crash-test dog dummy has been vetted and will be the standard going forward for PPSC tests. In our effort to act as a leader in the dog safety space, we will continually update our crash-testing methods as industry standards change. Crash Test Videos Still trying to decide whether a harness is right for your dog? Here are a few things to consider. How to Measure Your Dog for the Right Size Harness There are a few options here – either fastening your harness to a separate seatbelt clip which clips in, looping your seatbelt through the harness or clipping the harness to the fastened car seatbelt. Separate dog seatbelt This harness has been tested at an established University testing facility using the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard for child restraint systems. It has been tested with simulated crash test dogs.By far the most popular crashed tested dog car harness is by the well-known Kurgo brand. It’s available in a choice of three different styles and six sizes to best suit the requirements of your dog.

All Kurgo dog harnesses come in a range of sizes, whether you’re looking for a small dog harness for your Pug, a medium dog harness for your beagle, or a large dog harness for your Mastiff. FAQs How to put on a dog harness Few harnesses are crash tested, but this is how you can really separate the ordinary harnesses from the ones used in a car. Our Impact harness has been tested up to 108 lbs. at an established University testing facility using the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard for child restraint systems. See below for a link to the crash test report and videos for specific harness sizes and results. To find the harness size that works best for your dog, use our size chart and helpful harness sizing video. When you have the right size for your dog, adjust the harness to fit. The Enhanced Strength Harness has multiple adjustment points to create the perfect, comfortable fit for your pup. It also functions well as a walking harness, so get your dog used to it by first taking your dog on walks, before testing it in the car. This harness has been tested at an established University testing facility using the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard for child restraint systems. It has been tested for dogs up to 75 pounds. See below for a link to the crash test report and videos.Although it’s legal to take your dog out in the car, the Highway Code states that you must restrain them to avoid distraction. The harness is one of the best and safest methods of restraint and is ideal for dogs of all sizes.