LisaCC Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 The patches are a great bonus :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
denali Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 The patches are a great bonus :) Its like you read my mind. I was going to say that I dream of the patches too haha But i didnt want to convince myself into buying 3 IDC's.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaCC Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 I have no idea how heavy Cavs and Westies are but if they are under 5kg you could get the "baby IDC" which is less than $30 At Dogify Scroll to the bottom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelpiecuddles Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 I have a knock off version of the Ezydog convert and they fit my dogs really comfortably. Only problem I have is that because Josie is short and broad they do restrict her front leg extension a little but as she generally doesn't bother with more than an amble and we mostly use them in a car it hasn't been a big drama. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BC Crazy Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 The patches are a great bonus :) They look great lisaCC. Love your Aussie too :) Maybe a better fit for my girl than the Ezydog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ness Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 I wouldn't walk a dog in that type BC Crazy - the strap across the front restricts movement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaCC Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 The front strap doesn't sit right on the chest. Unless your dog is pulling into it, it shouldn't be on the chest/legs at all. I wouldn't recommend them for a dog that pulls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BC Crazy Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 Oh OK ness.a no go then. Thanks for that :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BC Crazy Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 The front strap doesn't sit right on the chest. Unless your dog is pulling into it, it shouldn't be on the chest/legs at all. I wouldn't recommend them for a dog that pulls. Stella doesnt pull lisacc. Thats one thing she doesnt do LOL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelpiecuddles Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 Yes if Josie gets up a trot it's easy to see how they restrict movement. I don't use them for walking much as a result but I don't usually find an issue when we do since my girls are cruisers not pullers. The ones I have sit further up on the chest though, they don't seem an issue for my kelpie with her deep chest and long legs but not good for Josie's short broad chest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westiemum Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 Interesting thread and very helpful. I tried a medium size Ezydog Convert on Mac late this afternoon at doggy daycare - it was too big but I really liked the way it sat on him and gave him much better body support. And that's the important bit for me considering Mac rarely gets out of a slow wander and is almost 15 and becoming increasingly wobbly. So it's support around his middle not ease of movement that I need to think about. They are going to get me a small to try on him and I'll go from there. Thanks for all your help everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westiemum Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 1406016270[/url]' post='6529181']The patches are a great bonus :) Just gorgeous Aussie Lisa - one of my bucket list dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mystiqview Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Nothing is better than teaching a dog to walk politely on a lead in the first place. Harnesses generally allow the dog to lean into them and pull more. Great for sledding dogs or where you want them to pull. They are good for better restraint in vehicles. I have the original Ezydog harness for car use only - especially when we are 4wding up and down hills. Otherwise mine are on flat collars unless in the show ring when they are on a slip collar of some description. I have read somewhere else the new Ezydog quickfit on some dogs has a reputation for coming off/dogs being able to get out of them. I have had one dog back out of the Ezydog harness here while in the car. The other harness I have is a Rogz one - sledding style harness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BC Crazy Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 I have an Ezydog Quick-fit harness atm but I am concerned my girl would be able to get out of it to. So am in the market for a new style harness for her. She walks perfectly on lead but we do alot of bush walking over some pretty rugged terrain. It is easier to pick her up with a harness on. Also I like to put her in harness on a long lead as there is quite a few kangaroo's that she likes to chase. She has really good recall but I'm concerned as they are so dangerous if they turn on her. So I don't allow her to. Best option for us is a nice comfy harness & long lead. I think I've made my mind up though, Ruffwear Webmaster seems to be the best suited for our needs :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westiemum Posted July 24, 2014 Share Posted July 24, 2014 Good BC - please can you let us know how you find it? I'm still wavering - although my needs for Mac seem to be quite different to everyone else (literally as much girth and hind leg support as I can find without going to a specialist disability harness - yet) . I think I've made a decision for my old boy then I come back to this thread and change my mind again - ugh!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yonjuro Posted July 24, 2014 Share Posted July 24, 2014 I have the Julius K9 and there is no restricted movement. My dog can jump and run at full pelt. They were designed for Military and police duties. Ronin is obviously a pulling breed but he doesn't pull on this harness, having said that we have diligently trained him to loose lead walk on a collar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westiemum Posted July 24, 2014 Share Posted July 24, 2014 Y, Ronin is absolutely gorgeous - and that looks like a great harness for him. But I suspect it would be overkill for a doddery 15 year old disabled Westie!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaCC Posted July 24, 2014 Share Posted July 24, 2014 (edited) Thanks Westiemum and BC crazy :) He's pretty special. Edited July 24, 2014 by LisaCC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yonjuro Posted July 24, 2014 Share Posted July 24, 2014 (edited) Y, Ronin is absolutely gorgeous - and that looks like a great harness for him. But I suspect it would be overkill for a doddery 15 year old disabled Westie!!! Thanks so much :) The baby versions are cheaper as someone mentioned and there are also Y belt and chest pad available. They are pricey though. I have a theory that this type of harness with the plate also works a bit like a thundershirt as they have that snuggle type arrangement. If cost wasn't a factor then this is what I would recommend, the inside has a nice soft breathable lining. There are little loops on the top that you can put a small LED torch into for night walking as well. The handle can also be layed flat via a clip next to the lead ring. I have seen a few at the park with ezydog versions and I really believe that Julius K9 versions are a much better unit. Edited July 24, 2014 by Yonjuro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westiemum Posted July 24, 2014 Share Posted July 24, 2014 Hmn... Yonjuro thanks - I've gone and had another look at the Julius K9 and I agree they look terrific. Really solid. When you say you think they work like a thunder shirt, do you mean the cover across the back? That level of support would be very good for Mac. And as per usual, Mac's chest measurement is a mini-mini and in the middle of the range and his weight is above the top of the range for the mini-mini - although not a lot - so I think I'd still go for the mini-mini. Typical trying to fit a chunky Westie body! And one last question - how far down the back does the harness go? I'm trying to get one that will cradle the end of his back as much as possible without going to a true disability harness (which he doesn't need at this stage). Thoughts? TIA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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