
Translation:
I have carried out an analysis on the use of IDC®Powerharnesses on behalf of Julius-K9®. I looked at dogs wearing the harnesses while being led on a leash, as well as observing them moving freely, without a leash.
Putting the harness on a dog was a simple, one-step procedure, with easy-to-make adjustments to ensure a perfect fit for a wide range of shapes and sizes of dogs. The harness is made of rugged, durable materials, but the lining is soft. This combination delivers a long-lasting product which is comfortable for the animal to wear. An additional chest pad is available, which can make the harness even more comfortable.
Examination:
I carried out an assessment of the harnesses using two subjects: a Labrador Retriever and a crossbreed Border Collie. As part of my job as an animal physiotherapist, I am familiar with working with dog harnesses of this type although I use them to lift the dogs since this is generally the best way to ensure the safety of the animal during rehabilitation exercises. In this case, when observing the dogs wearing the harness, we were primarily interested in watching the extent of their free movement while wearing a harness, checking for any restrictions. We also observed the dogs with and without a leash, due to the different levels of force, to see if this had any effect on the impact of the harnesses.
Result:
The chest strap of the harness stayed above the level of the shoulder joint when the dogs were moving freely, and also when they were being led on the leash. However, when the dogs jumped forwards, raising their legs, the chest strap moved up towards the neck, ensuring that it did not restrict the movement of the forelegs in any way. The clear conclusion is that as long as the correct size is chosen, the forelegs are not restricted by the harness. This is true in case of being led on a leash (even if the dog is pulling) and also without the use of one. The harness has no immediate effect on the biceps brachii muscle on contact, therefore the movement of the tendon is unimpeded.