Looking for a cat harness that is both comfortable and secure for your feline friend? Look no further than the award-winning Kitty Holster® cat harness, proudly made in the USA. A step-in style harness is the most straightforward type of harness to put on a cat. The Little Kitty Co. Step-In Harness has no overhead component, which is a shared feature among traditional step-in harnesses, and is made out of easy-to-clean neoprene and lined with breathable mesh. Features. We also looked at each harness’ particular features. Was it reflective? Did it have padding for sensitive cat joints? Our testers evaluated how well the cat harnesses performed with those features in mind. Sarah Olewski Klassen is a pet blogger and the guardian of Gibson the Explorer Cat. She blogs about their adventures in and around Toronto at The Gibson Chronicles. We interviewed Olewski Klassen over the phone on June 22, 2021. With these cat harness options, you should be able to find a comfortable and secure harness for your cat so they can enjoy the outdoors. Once your cat is lead trained, you even can ask your cat sitter to put on that perfect harness and take your feline outside to explore the world.

The matching lead not only removes the added expense of buying your own, but it also completes the look to a tee, an important point for the style conscious. An added design feature of this stylish harness is the double D-ring design. Attached by strong nylon webbing, there is one at the top of the harness and one nearer the bottom, so you can attach the lead according to your cat’s preference and comfort level. Snugness - Nino is quite an actor and protested his Kitty Harness was way too tight from the first time I put it on him. He cried, and panted, and moaned, and rolled his eyes, making me fear that he could not breathe. It was a ruse. In fact, I could easily slip two fingers underneath the harness all around. When I first gave in and loosened it - he was out of it a minute. Keep it tight - use the two finger rule all around. The safest way to walk your kitty outdoors is with one of the best cat harnesses and a leash. Walking your cat around the neighborhood or bringing them along on a hike can help keep them fit and trim, but that's not all. Getting your cat outside will also reduce their boredom and release some of that extra energy they may be taking out on your furniture. Figure-8 Harness: This style looks like a number eight when laid flat. There is one strap that goes around the front of a cat and the torso. It is adjustable and crosses over itself at the top where a D-ring leash attachment is located. Example: Hamilton Figure Eight Cat HarnessThe arm holes in this harness are nice and roomy, but the harness isn’t adjustable. That means that the fit isn’t particularly secure. Because it’s not the safest harness for high-risk situations, it’s a good idea to avoid this product if you’re going into remote or noisy areas where your cat might try to escape the harness. You don't need to worry about their comfort either – it is made form 100% lightweight Air-Mesh fabric, giving them room to breathe, and ensuring that after a while they'll simply get used to it.

Because the harness is very open, however, it’s not the most secure design and not ideal for feline escape artists or cats in high-risk environments. This harness is, however, ideal for an indoor cat when going to the veterinarian and for taking other short trips in the car. In your next sessions, slowly increase the amount of time your cat has the harness on. “The second step is taking a step,” says Galaxy. “You want them to start feeling it and feeling what it’s like to walk in this thing. That’s when you use your treat again.” Once your cat is comfortable wearing the harness by itself, then introduce the leash inside. This machine washable harness from RC Pets is available in a variety of colors and prints, comes with a matching leash, and is made in Canada. Available in sizes S-XL, there’s also a range of colours and patterns to choose from (including a rather bright strawberry print!). The lead is attached via two heavyweight D-rings, forming one of the most secure fittings we’ve seen. Do measure your cat correctly according to the instructions, to ensure you achieve the best fit. First and foremost: don’t rush things with your cat. You can repeat these steps as often as needed.Introducing a cat to a harness isn’t quite as simple as a collar and lead on dogs. As those of us who own a cat know, felines aren’t renowned for their amenable acceptance of new things. So, while taking your cat for a walk can work wonders for their waistline and help prevent boredom, you should never try to force a cat to use a harness. This may cause stress for a cat – and result in injury for you!

If your cat is an expert of wriggling free, an escape-proof option is the way to go, but do be mindful that escape-proof isn’t a guarantee and always test the harness indoors first.

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Because this design allows you to put on the harness without ever slipping anything over your cat’s head, it’s comfortable and easy to put on. Other harnesses rely on secure and adjustable hook-and-loop closures. While most hook-and-loop can be super sturdy, some can become less effective over repeated use and if fur gets in the closure. So keep the hook-and-loop free of hair and debris for optimal performance.