Labrador Harnesses
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About Labrador Harnesses
The Best Labrador Harness for Strong, Enthusiastic Walkers Labradors are deep through the chest, heavy through the shoulder and famously keen on the way out of the door. A harness has to spread that enthusiasm across the chest rather than loading the neck, hold its shape when ...
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The Best Labrador Harness for Strong, Enthusiastic Walkers
Labradors are deep through the chest, heavy through the shoulder and famously keen on the way out of the door. A harness has to spread that enthusiasm across the chest rather than loading the neck, hold its shape when your Lab leans into the lead, and go on without a wrestle. The Bailey & Coco Trail & Glow harness is built to do all three, and it fastens at the neck so it never has to be pulled over the head.
What size harness does a Labrador need?
Most adult Labradors land in Large or X Large, and the two overlap, which is exactly why the tape decides it rather than the breed name. A lean working-type Lab and a broad show-type Lab of the same weight can need different sizes.
| Size | Neck | Chest | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Large | 40-60cm | 55-83cm | 32cm |
| X Large | 55-83cm | 71-99cm | 34cm |
Our full range runs from XXS to XL. The breed column on our size chart is a guideline only, and individual dogs vary, so we cannot guarantee a breed suggestion will fit your dog. Measure first.
How to measure your Labrador
- Chest. Soft tape around the deepest part of the ribcage, just behind the front legs, kept level. On a Lab this is the number that decides the size.
- Neck. At the base of the neck, where a collar would sit, not high up under the jaw.
- Between two sizes? Take the larger one. The neck and chest adjust independently, so a bigger harness can be brought in. A tight one cannot be let out.
- Check with two fingers. Two fingers should slide under every strap without forcing.
Growing puppy? Measure monthly rather than buying ahead on age. Labradors put on size quickly and unevenly.
Why this harness suits a Labrador
- It never goes over the head. A lockable security clasp on the neck strap means the harness opens right out and comes round the side, which matters on a dog who would rather be out of the door already.
- Neck and chest adjust separately. You can size on the chest, which is usually the larger measurement on a Lab, then bring the neck in to suit.
- Front and back lead attachment. The front attachment gives you more steering while you work on lead manners; the back attachment is the comfortable everyday option once your Lab walks steadily.
- Padded and breathable. Wide, padded panels spread pressure across the chest and shoulders instead of the throat.
- Reflective detailing and a handle for darker walks and close control near roads.
Not sure on size? Read the Labrador harness guide, or browse matching leads for Labradors.
| Size | Neck | Chest | Length | Breeds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 20-29cm | 22-41cm | 18cm | Mini Dachshund, Small Puppies, Pom, Chihuahua, Yorkie, Westie |
| XS | 24-34cm | 26-50cm | 20cm | Mini Dachshund, Small Puppies, Pom, Westie, Chihuahua, Yorkshire Terrier |
| S | 30-45cm | 35-66cm | 23cm | Cavapoo, Boston Terrier, Bichon Frise, Westie, Dachshund, Jack Russell, Schnauzer, Shih Tzu, Maltese |
| M | 35-50cm | 40-71cm | 26.5cm | French Bulldog, Cocker Spaniel, Cockapoo, Pomsky, Corgi, Pug, Springer Spaniel |
| L | 40-60cm | 55-83cm | 32cm | Beagle, English Bulldog, Bull Terrier, Collie, Staffy, Dalmatian, Husky, Labrador, Golden Retriever |
| XL | 55-83cm | 71-99cm | 34cm | Boxer, Golden Retriever, Dobermann, Labrador, Chow Chow, German Shepherd, Rottweiler, Great Dane |
