The JULIUS-K9® chest harnesses (Powerharnesses and IDC®Color&Gray® belt harnesses) have been designed for ease of use and for simple application. These types of harnesses are therefore most commonly used during city walks or when working with service dogs. As a result of improper leash use, sizing, or harness adjustment, some dogs can still wriggle out of the harness.

If the leash is inadvertently pulled in the opposite direction to how the harness was put on, the harness might be pulled off the dog. This can happen if

• the harness is adjusted too loosely,
• the dog starts moving backwards trying to run away.
• the dog lags behind and is being pulled by the leash

ATTENTION:

Dog harnesses are designed to guide the dog in a gentle, neck-sparing way on the leash, to hold the dog, and to make it possible for the owner to hold it back in case of an emergency. A dog harness is not a coercive tool! When facing the dog, do not pull the leash towards you and never pull the dog after you on a leash because it will hurt them. Improper leash treatment can cause the dog to try to escape. The owner would be responsible for the dog pulling loose from the harness should this happen.

How to safely walk your dog in a harness

If the dog is prone to panic or feels insecure near traffic, it is recommended to use the handle on the top of the harness to help the dog.

How to adjust the dog harness

Proper sizing and adjustment is essential for any type of harness. Before using the harness for the first time, it is very important to read the instructions carefully and to follow them. In the case of chest harnesses, adjust the girth strap of the harness so that only your palms can be slid between the inner lining of the harness and the back of the dog. The chest strap should allow four fingers to fit in between the dog’s front leg and the girth strap. Harnesses that are set too loose can be dangerous because the dog can get out of them, but overly tightening harnesses should also be avoided.

How to correctly walk your dog on a leash

When walking, the leash should always be loose, and only held tightly when there is a good reason, for example if you are forced to stop the dog suddenly due to a traffic situation. If the dog is scared, panics, or is just unwilling to move on, under no circumstances should you try to go any further and pull. If possible, keep the leash loose, but keep it short and try to get hold of the harness handle by getting behind the dog.

Getting certain dogs used to a harness can be difficult in some rare cases. In cases like these we recommend seeking help from a professional dog handler who works with positive reinforcement.

JULIUS-K9® has always developed its products with animal health and welfare in mind. There are scientific choices behind both the materials used and the design. JULIUS-K9® dog harnesses are based on the GreenZone design principle, which allows the dog to breathe freely and move freely. The dog harnesses, if adjusted correctly, relieve the dog’s neck, thus allowing comfortable movement. You can read more about the GreenZone principle here >>>

Anti-allergenic inner lining, German raw materials, certificates and constant quality tests guarantee safety in the case of every product. Find more detailed product-specific information on our website. We test the durability of our products with constant load tests in our own and Innovatex laboratories, on which a lot of videos are available.

Unfortunately, fake products are on the rise on the market. Mainly products made in the Far East, which are almost identical in shape to the products of JULIUS-K9® and even have our brand name on them, yet they are NOT the high-quality products made by our company. In many cases, there are only small differences between the original and fake products in the photos. However, when copied, the material quality of the copy products is noticeably lower, and the way in which they were fashioned is courser. You can read more about the comparison here >>>

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You can even check the authenticity of the products by scanning the QR code on the so-called proof tag label on them.

JULIUS-K9® products come with a one-year warranty. Contact the trader from whom you purchased the product in order to validate this. It is important that we can only replace a product in the event of a confirmed warranty issue, so please provide an accurate description and photo of the defect, and attach an invoice of your purchase. The most common cause of buckle failure is that the dog chews on it, and the traces of this are clearly visible on the product. In such cases, the warranty does not apply. Please do not leave the equipment unattended near your dog following daily walks.

The closeable hook and loop fastener on the chest strap was one of the first innovations of JULIUS-K9®, which has enjoyed a proven track record on the market for over 20 years. The primary cause of damage done to the hook and loop fastener is the dog having chewed on it. Also, care must be taken to keep it clean, as failing to do so will result in it becoming more difficult to close. Dog harnesses, collars and leashes are all made for the long term and are accordingly of a high quality.

It is important that all JULIUS-K9® products come with a one-year warranty. In order to validate this, contact the trader from whom you purchased the product. It is important that we can only replace a product in the event of a confirmed warranty problem, so please provide an accurate description and photo of the defect in addition to attaching an invoice of your purchase.

The closeable hook and loop fastener on the chest strap was one of the first innovations of JULIUS-K9®, which has enjoyed a proven track record on the market for over 20 years. The primary cause of damage done to the hook and loop fastener is the dog having chewed on it. Also, care must be taken to keep it clean, as failure to do so will make it more difficult to close.

The unwanted opening of the hook and loop fastener of the chest strap can occur in two cases: if the adhesive part of the two surfaces is less than 10 cm, so in this case the chest strap is set too large , and secondly if the chest strap is not closed back on itself and instead -incorrectly – attached to the interchangeable custom patch field. Even though we use the highest quality raw materials for our products, there may be quality objections. All JULIUS-K9® products come with a one-year warranty. In order to validate this, contact the trader from whom you purchased the product. It is important that we can only replace a product in the event of a confirmed warranty problem, so please provide an accurate description and photo of the defect in addition to attaching an invoice of your purchase.

If you find that your dog is uncomfortable wearing the dog harness, it is very likely that you have adjusted it incorrectly or have chosen the wrong size. It is very important that you choose the right harness for the right activity. The manufacturer recommends IDC®Power and IDC®Powair harnesses for urban conditions and everyday walks.

For leisure activities and hiking, it recommends “Y” harnesses like the IDC®Longwalk harness. It is important to note that depending on the type of harness you may experience different sizing and adjustment methods. Be sure to adjust the right sized harness the right way, and only then put it on your dog. It is recommended to take the harness off your dog after walking.

You can see our size chart and details on how to adjust the harness here: