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1. A reflective dog harness that'll have your pooch shining bright like a diamond during your nightly walks. Plus, the back handle allows you to grab hold of them in a pinch.
The design features an ID holder in the front, and it's made of a no-rip material to keep it nice and secure.
Promising review: "My little dog likes to pull when we take a walk, and this harness, when the leash is clipped on the front, dissuades them from pulling. Also, by having another loop on the back, I can secure my dog in the car for a safer drive — and it is really easy to put on and take off." —B. Hart
Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and 12 colors).
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2. A small breed dog harness designed with a soft padded material so you can ditch the collar + leash combo and save your precious fur baby's neck from an unwanted choke.
The harness uses a step-in design to make taking it on and off easy.
Promising review: "I adopt senior dogs, and I get these harnesses for all my dogs. They are soft and a teensy bit stretchy; they have a little cushion for their old bones, and soft edges that don't dig into their armpits. They are easy to put on too — I have three dogs ranging from 39 pounds to 14 pounds, and 10 pounds. The big one is a puller on the leash, but he cannot slip out of this harness. You can adjust the tightness with the velcro. They are inexpensive and not overly complicated with the straps, clips, scratchy parts. They make getting ready for a walk a snap." —Talmadge
Get it from Chewy for $11.99 (available in five sizes and four colors).
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3. A customizable dog harness featuring four areas of adjustment so you can *really* fit it to your pupper's unique physique — and avoid your pooch giving you a quick slip out of it.
The design uses a foam padded material for extra cushy comfort.
Promising review: "My dog loves to sniff on the trail, which means when the leash is attached to her collar and her head is down it constantly gets tangled under her feet. Attaching the leash to the back of the harness essentially eliminates that annoyance. It was easy to adjust, but the adjustment points are stiff enough that I’m confident it won’t loosen too quickly with wear. The reflective trim is very bright, perfect for early morning walks. It’s more less bulky than I expected but still seems like high-quality materials." —Willow
Get it from REI for $49.95 (available in sizes XXS–XL and eight colors).
4. A dog harness with four attachment points and adjustable straps around the neck, chest, and back, paw-fect for accommodating *every* walk style and preference. Plus, the gorgeous color options and sleek design mean they'll be the most ~stylish~ pooch on the block.
Promising review: "This harness is perfect for my dog! He has such a small waist and such a barrel chest, so nothing ever fits him. This harness is adjustable and fits him flawlessly. I can't tell you how many times people have come up to me and asked where I got it, and I told them it was a must-have. I want other colors!" —Emily
Get it from Wild One for $48 (available in sizes XS–L and 12 colors).
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5. A quick release dog harness oozing chicness with vibes that honestly remind us of Burberry. There's also a matching leash so you can walk in style AND your doggo can happily trot by your side without worry of their collar choking them.
Promising review: "We bought two of these for our French bulldogs. They're easy to slip on, quickly fasten, and are very comfortable for two rambunctious dogs. No choking problems, and neither dog has pulled out of the harness (no matter how much effort and body distortion they apply). The padding of the chest strap is also really appreciated." —HollisterBulldawg
Get it from Amazon for $14.44+ (available in sizes XS–L and 26 styles).
6. A breathable dog harness granting your furball sweet, sweet ventilation so the only sweat they're working up is from your big walk through the park.
There's also a front and back metal loops for attachment and a handle at the top for grabbing your pooch in a snap.
Promising review: "This harness fit our mini Aussie perfectly! It isn't super bulky like some of the others, which trap heat, and still has enough padding to prevent any chafing. Our dog preferred it over the many others we've used!" —R. Whalen
Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in sizes S–2XL and 26 colors).
7. A step-in dog harness more than 32,000 (!!!) reviewers paw-sitively LOVE for its supportive construction and lightweight, breathable mesh material that won't cause them to overheat during their outdoor romps.
Promising reviews: "I love this little harness. Very sturdy, pretty color, fastens in more than one place for safety and security, and my dog steps right into it, so it must be comfortable." —Sandra White
"I've bought so many of these harnesses after I discovered them from puppy XS to XL as they grew. I love this harness. It is easy to put on, light and airy so my puppies do not overheat in them, and it's not heavy. I highly recommend these harnesses." —K. L. Harper
Get it from Amazon for $10.60+ (available in sizes XXXS–XL and 43 colors).
8. A lightweight dog harness brilliantly designed to apply gradual pressure so they're not suddenly jerked back like a pup-shaped yo-yo.
The leash attachment is in front of the dog's front legs, providing you with more control.
Promising review: "As a dog professional, I have walked hundreds of dogs and tried every kind of collar and harness. The Easy Walk is the best; you can walk any dog with one of these. I would just emphasize to follow the directions on the initial fitting, get the fitting right, and enjoy the walk for a change." —Jojo
Get it from Amazon for $22.95 (available in sizes Petite–XL and eight colors).
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9. A backpack dog harness you can stuff with poop bags, treats, and water, which will keep your hands free to take fur-bulous selfies of you and your pooch at the top of your latest hike.
Promising review: "Someone is ready to join me on the trail! This pack is easy to load, easy to balance the load, and super easy to adjust to my dog’s body type! Trusted brand so I know we will have a great time on the trail without the worry of equipment malfunction!!!" —tracy schlaud
Get it from Amazon for $49.77+ (available in two sizes and three colors).
10. A large breed dog harness smartly made with easy-click buckles to prevent your fur baby from pulling a Houdini escape.
The broad strap evenly distributes weight to gradually apply pressure when your pooch decides to pull.
Promising review: "This is super easy to get on to an 11-year-old lab, and she doesn’t try to wrestle out if it like previous harnesses. My parents recently adopted a 1-year-old Australian shepherd, and my mom was having trouble controlling her when walking, so I bought one for them too. They both said it has made a world of difference in walking her. Now we have rescued a 1-year-old shepherd mix, so we got one for him, too, and everyone is happy!" —Marco
Get it from Chewy for $23.46+ (available in sizes M–XXL and five colors) or Amazon for $20.99 (available in sizes M–XXL and seven colors).
11. An over-the-head dog harness you won't have to wrangle onto your pet — just a simple slip and click, and you're ready to hit the road. And did we mention it's machine-washable??
Promising review: "The only harness my dogs will wear! The are easy to put on and take off, and they are nice and flexible so it appears that they are comfortable. They wash really good, but don’t put them in the dryer." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $14.70+ (available in sizes XS–XXL and 14 colors).
12. A dog harness with a padded handle for those surprise moments when you need to hold your pupper back — or, when you decide to take a joyride, you can loop the seat belt through. Plus, the special locking mechanism on the buckle ensures no quick escapes. Can we say, "Four paws up"???
The material has a reflective quality ideal for any night walks.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this harness. We’ve had it for a little over two years, and it’s still in great condition! I love the fact that there’s a spot to clip on to the front. We originally did the back clip but quickly realized when we transitioned to the front clip that my doggo stopped pulling! Absolute game-changer." —A Wallflower
Get it from Amazon for $17.60+ (available in sizes XS–XL and 26 colors).
13. A metal ring dog harness complete with a lockable neck buckle, which will have you breathing a sigh of relief because this leash won't be going ~anywhere~ (except pulling your fur baby in the correct direction, of course).
Promising review: "We had a different harness previously, and Oli would throw herself on the ground while walking, which gave us the impression she did not like her harness. First of all, it's amazing that this one unclips on both sides, so she does not need to lift her paw through one side. It makes getting her in and out of the harness so much more enjoyable. Also, she loves it! After putting it on for the first time, she was strutting around in the apartment and all smiles. On walks she is not throwing herself on the ground anymore, so I would say she hated the previous harness. The handle makes it easier to control her when meeting new dogs (she is still very energetic, and not every dog appreciates that). This is one of the best purchases we made for Oli, and has made walks with her much more fun!" —sandra cameron
Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in sizes XS–XL and 10 colors).
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