Dog Running Harness for Sighthounds

This cool mesh dog harness is the ideal dog running harness. It is strong yet soft for safety and comfort. In addition, this escape proof dog harness is narrower at the waist, making it the perfect fit dog harness for sighthounds.

Your dog can use her entire body capacity when running without impeding movement with this product. The chest cooling harness has an internal cooling material activated with water. The outer mesh makes it the most breathable harness we make. Perfect for summer running with your dog and as a dog car harness.

UPDATE:
We are happy to announce that the dog running harness has now been trialled in all breeds to perform well for other all breeds of dog. Please read the sizing distinction further down the page to select the appropriate shape in the drop-down menu when you order. 

The running harness was initially designed and tested with deep-chested dogs such as greyhounds, lurchers, whippets and Italian greyhounds. 

Strength and safety features - the escape-proof harness

The design of this running harness allows pulling distribution. Therefore, its safety is not compromised when your dog pulls whilst preventing injuries in its neck and body. The harness narrows at the waist to stop your dog wriggling out of it. It's not an anti-pulling dog harness, but it will help protect you and your dog from injuries.

The product is fitted with strong webbing and solid brass d-rings at the attachment points for safety. In addition, the top part has a 50mm wide reflective tape to make your dog visible to cars.

Comfortable and soft - the perfect fit harness

Our soft running harness stands out in how comfortable it is for the dog. There are many harnesses on the market, but they tend to be hard and stiff. Our soft quality harness ensures that your dog has a free range of motion as it runs, plays or sits in the car. The contact points stay clear of areas that move our dogs, preventing chafing and getting in the way of their impeccable movement. We find these to be the best dog harnesses for running.

Step In Dog Running Harness

The harness is straightforward to put on a dog; it is a step-in harness. The harness secures around the body with baby velcro, a strong but non-abrasive velcro that makes very little noise and does not pull on your dog’s fur.

How to Put on a Dog Running Harness

1. Step in
2. Fasten the velcro
3. Clip the plastic cam & thread your lead fitting through both D-rings

Best Cooling Dog Harness

This is by far the most breathable dog harness in our range. The mesh fabric allows for air to circulate around your dog even when the cooling material is not activated, preventing the harness from overheating your dog whilst running if you forget to activate it.

It is the ideal stay cool dog harness: fitted with an internal cooling material capable of retaining coolness for up to 5 hrs when activated. Works by evaporation so all you need to do is wet before you leave or on the go with your water bottle.

1. Pour water
2. Squeeze out excess
3. Top up as necessary

Please be mindful of your dog’s well-being. It is advisable to walk dogs during the coolest part of the day in the summer. Always test the ground to make sure that it is not hot to the touch; bring a water bottle with you. Please never leave your dog alone in a car on warm days.

Size charts

How to measure a dog for a harness

For this running harness, the dog's chest & ribcage circumferences and the undercarriage length are the most important areas to measure, as this will guarantee a good fit and its safety. If you are unsure of the size you require, please contact us with the measurements as it can be a personalised dog harness with the perfect fit.

Long:
The undercarriage is longer than for other dogs. As a result, the chest and the ribcage circumferences have very similar measurements. Examples: Dachshunds, Shitzus, Beagles..

SLEEK:
Chest is significantly larger  than the ribcage; for example, Whippets and other Sighthounds

Small Sleek: Italian Greyhounds, Whippet puppy
Chest circ.: 43-51 cm
Ribcage circ.: 24-34cm

Medium Sleek:  smaller Whippets, Bedlington Terriers, Manchester Terriers
Chest circ.: 53-62cm
Ribcage circ.: 30-44cm

Large Sleek: Large Whippets, Lurchers, Salukis
Chest circ.: 63-72 cm
Ribcage circ.: 40-54 cm

Extra Large Sleek: Large Lurchers, Greyhounds, Salukis
Chest circ.: 73-82 cm
Ribcage circ.: 50-64 cm

BROAD:
The chest and the ribcage circumferences have very similar measurements. Example: most Terriers, Huskies, Frenchies, Staffies, Cockapoos, Cavapoos

Small Broad: Breeds: Chihuahua, Yorkie, mini Schnauzer
Chest & Ribcage circ.: 43-51 cm

Medium Broad:  Larger Cockapoos & Cavapoos, small Labradoodle
Chest & Ribcage circ.s: 53-62cmLarge Broad

Large Broad: Large Labradoodle, small Husky, Small Labrador
Chest & Ribcage circ.: 63-72 cm

Extra Large Broad: Labrador, Labradoodle, Husky
Chest & Ribcage circ.:73-82 cm

LONG:
The undercarriage is longer than for other dogs' and the chest and the ribcage have very similar measurements. Examples: Dachshunds, Shitzus, Beagles..

Small Broad: Breeds: Dachshund puppy
Chest & Ribcage circ.: 43-51 cm

Medium Broad:  mini Dachshund, Shitzu, small beagle
Chest & Ribcage circ.: 53-62cmLarge Broad

Large Broad: large beagle, Standard Dachshund
Chest & Ribcage circ.: 63-72 cm

Extra Large Broad: Basset Hound
Chest & Ribcage circ.:73-82 cm

Handcrafted by Dogsnug in London

Materials and Craftsmanship

When we design a new product, we make sure we thoroughly put it to the test. This running harness has been tested in our whippet Kai running at full speed and pulling in every direction to ensure that it is safe and does not chafe or dig in the wrong places. During the design, we also consider a variety of materials to make sure that the choice does not compromise quality and performance. All our products are handmade in London.

Care instructions

Machine washable & Easy to Clean

This product is machine-friendly; please use 30ºC and avoid fabric softeners and ironing.