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Discover the top-selling dog harnesses designed for maximum comfort and functionality so you and your pup are ready for any adventure.
What to look for in a dog harness
Whatever the adventure, high-quality material, functional features, a comfortable fit and durability are the qualities to look for when choosing the best dog harness for your canine explorer.
Benefits
Look for the features that are uniquely suited to your dog and the way you’ll use the dog harness. The best dog harness for you might be one for everyday wear, training and leash pulling or lift-and-assist.
Construction
The materials used matter, and the best dog harnesses offer comfort and functionality. You might look for breathability or a dog harness with a back- or front-clip or a step-in harness.
Quality and Value
A dog harness should have high-quality fabric, a comfortable design, supreme durability and a price you feel comfortable paying.
Pet parent faves
From premium materials to long-lasting durability, pet parents agree that these are some of the best dog harnesses on the market.
PetSafe
Easy Walk Black Dog Harness
Topping our list of best-selling dog harness options, this easy walk dog harness turns your everyday walks into a more relaxed experience. This dog harness helps steer your pet to the side and discourages pulling on the leash using gentle pressure.
- Uses gentle pressure on the chest and shoulder blades to discourage pulling
- Low chest strap prevents choking, coughing and gagging
- 4 adjustment points to customize the perfect fit
- Comfortable and reliable
- Made from soft, strong nylon
- Quick snap buckles on belly for easy on and off
- Includes training and fitting guide
- Grey color on belly strap for easily determining top and bottom
- Great for all dogs and puppies more than 8 weeks old
- Offered in 4 sizes: Small, Medium, Medium/Large and Large
Gooby Pet
Escape Free Harness in Turquoise
This might be the best harness for small dogs with a simple design and padded sides to hold your pup gently when they pull.
- Memory foam padding on the sides
- Wetsuit neoprene material provides insulation and abrasion resistance
- Patent-pending escape free function hugs your dog the more they pull, making it harder to escape the harness
- Offered in 3 sizes: X-Small, Small and Medium
Gooby Pet
Choke Free Comfort X Soft Harness, Black
This choke-free Comfort X-frame harness has a gentle, comfortable, but sturdy construction and offers all the functionality without compromising style.
- Comfort X-frame harness with V-neck opening transfers pressure from the neck to the chest
- Microsuede trimming resists abrasions
- Machine washable
- Lightweight
- Patent-pending choke-free X-frame
- Offered in 3 sizes: Small, Medium and Large
Kurgo
Gray & Blue Journey Dog Harness
Tough enough to crest a mountain trail and comfortable enough to wear on your daily walk, this Journey dog harness with handle feature lives up to its name, allowing for easy control and lifting in tough terrain.
- Broad, padded chest plate and back handle allow for easy control and assistance
- Breathable, durable ripstop fabric with a cross-hatched weave
- Great active dog harness for hiking, running or walking
- 4 adjustment points for a custom fit
- Chest and back leash options
- Chest D-ring enables use as a no-pull dog harness
- Can also be used in car travel to prevent distracted driving
- Compatible with all Kurgo vehicle restraint systems
- Offered in 3 sizes: Small, Medium and Large
Gooby Pet
Choke Free Comfort X Soft Harness, Pink
All pretty in pink, this is a super cute dog harness with a modern V-neck opening designed to put pressure on the chest instead of the neck, which can protect your pup from injuries.
- Comfort X-frame harness
- V-neck opening that puts force around the chest instead of the neck
- Microsuede trimming around the harness to minimize abrasion
- Machine washable
- Patent-pending choke free design
- Lightweight
- Offered in 3 sizes: Small, Medium and Large
Good2Go
Black Front Walking Dog Harness
With a range of sizes, this is high on our list for one of the best harnesses for large dogs. It wears more like a dog harness vest, giving your pup a clean-cut style. It’s a great no-pull dog harness that helps steer your dog in the right direction with adjustable options you can switch to as they learn leash manners.
- A front-walking dog harness steers your dog in the right direction with intelligent construction and ultra-comfy materials
- Mesh-padded
- 2 metal D-ring leash options. One at the front to discourage pulling, one at the back you can switch to as they step into better leash manners
- Canvas exterior
- Breathable tech-mesh lining that boosts comfort
- Reflective accents for improved visibility
- Plastic buckles with adjustable webbed straps for a secure, adjustable fit
- Tech-fabric handle on the back for convenient maneuvering
- Offered in 5 sizes: Small, Medium, Large, X-Large/XX-Large and XX-Large/3X-Large
PetSafe
Deluxe Easy Walk Harness in Steel
A great choice whether you’re looking for a small or large dog harness, the easy walk harness gently discourages your dog from pulling with an easy-to-wear comfortable padded design.
- Helps to stop leash pulling quickly and comfortably
- Additional neoprene padding makes walking enjoyable for your dog
- Front chest leash attachment helps steer your dog instead of pulling ahead
- The strap rests across the chest instead of the neck and throat
- Reflective nylon for added safety
- The belly strap is a complementary color for easily telling top from bottom
- Offered in 4 sizes: Small, Medium, Medium/Large and Large
Gooby Pet
Choke Free Comfort X Soft Harness, Blue
This tactical dog harness helps make happy pet parents and comfortable dogs with all the functionality and style you need.
- Comfort harness
- V-neck opening that puts force around the chest instead of the neck
- Microsuede trimming around the harness to minimize abrasion
- Machine washable
- Patent-pending choke free X-frame
- Lightweight
- Offered in 3 sizes: Small, Medium and Large
Gooby Pet
Escape Free Harness in Hot Pink
Another excellent choice for a small dog harness, this simple design has memory foam padding and a patent-pending design to help you train your dog and prevent them from escaping the harness.
- Memory foam padding on the sides
- Wetsuit neoprene body provides insulation and abrasion resistance
- Patent-pending escape-prevention function hugs your dog the more they pull, making it harder to escape the harness
- Offered in 3 sizes: X-Small, Small and Medium
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dog Harnesses
It’s important to put your dog harness on correctly, to help your pup stay comfortable and safe. For a step-in harness, unbuckle the harness and lay it on the ground. Have your dog stand over the harness, and place each of your dog’s paws in the designated loop. Snap the strap buckles together, and you’re ready to go.
For an overhead harness, slip your dog’s head through the neckpiece, pull the bottom straps under their belly and the top strap across their back. Then clasp the straps on both sides, and your dog harness is on.
If you’re unsure about what size of dog harness you need, it’s recommended that you choose a size based on weight, but you can also take a soft measuring tape to measure your dog’s exact dimensions. You’ll want to measure around the chest and the lower neck.
For the chest, wrap the tape around the widest part of your dog’s torso, which is usually behind their armpits of the front legs and around their body to the other side. For the lower neck, measure low down around the neck and the front of their chest.
Use these dimensions to examine those of the dog harnesses you’re considering and their respective sizes.
The best dog harness for your pup will have a snug fit but not too tight. You should be able to fit two fingers between the dog harness and your pet.
After you put on your dog harness, you’ll want to clip your leash onto the leash hook, and you’re ready to go. Check out our dog harness and leash sets, so you have the complete set of equipment to take walks with your dog.
If you’re walking a dog much stronger than you or trying to guide a zig-zagging puppy, it might be time to switch the leash and collar out for a leash and harness. Dog harnesses are great for added safety and your dog’s comfort and obedience training.
There are different types of dog harnesses, so it’s good to consider your dog’s personality, body type and specific walking routines when choosing the best dog harness for you.
Check out harnesses with multiple adjustment points for a good fit and leash clips in both the front and back to customize to your pet.
The right dog harness is a simple, secure and comfortable option for attaching your dog’s leash. Harnesses can help reduce pulling, increase control and decrease stress or pressure on their neck and joints.
Using a dog harness can make it easier to control and manage your dog on walks. They help give pet parents more control, and it’s easier on both the dog’s neck and joints, and your arms and back.
Dog collars can be great even for dogs who use harnesses on walks. Collars are ideal for keeping your pup’s ID tag on and might be more comfortable for your dog when lounging around the house or going to bed at night.
*Based on petco.com sales data.
