Harness – S (Chest 28–32 cm) and M (Chest 32–36 cm) – Petounet

Name: Escape-Proof Cat Harness with Lead
Brand: Petounet - Pour un félin comblé
SKU: 185232-RD-S
Price: 23.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

Product specifications

Please note: les mesures indiquées sont celles de ce modèle, relevées sur le produit — pas une moyenne de gamme. C'est ce qui permet de choisir sur des chiffres plutôt que sur une photo.

Escape-Proof Cat Harness with Lead

Material Polyester
Dimensions S: chest 28–32 cm – M: chest 32–36 cm
Shape Vest harness with 1.5 m lead
Care Hand wash only, air-dry

Harnais pour Chat Anti-Fuite avec Laisse — S : Poitrine 28–32 cm

Cat harness: going out without him escaping

A cat isn't a small dog: he backs up when you pull, and a plain collar slips over his head in two seconds. That's why a cat never goes out in anything but a harness — it's not about comfort, it's about him not getting away.

The right harness spreads pressure across the chest and adjusts in at least two places. A design that only tightens at the neck won't hold a determined cat, and that's the benchmark for every harness.

Harnais pour Chat Anti-Fuite avec Laisse en polyester

H-harness, vest or figure-of-eight: which one really holds

This one is made from polyester. Vest harness with 1.5 m lead, S: chest 28–32 cm – M: chest 32–36 cm — measure the chest girth just behind the front legs: that's the measurement that counts, not the cat's weight. A vest harness spreads pressure better than a thin-strap design, but it's warmer in summer. Pair it with a lightweight reflective, breathable cat harness with lead – comfort and safety outdoors : a dog lead is too heavy and throws him off balance.

Measure the chest girth behind the front legs — this model: S: chest 28–32 cm – M: chest 32–36 cm
Tighten to a two-finger gap: any looser and a cat will reverse out of it
Have him wear it at home first, for several days, before any outing
Go lightweight for a cat — a cat harness that's too stiff restricts his movement
Easy care: hand wash only, air dry
Go for a back clip — a neck clip won't hold a cat who backs up

Teaching a cat to walk in a harness, step by step

Training happens in three stages, with no forcing. First the harness alone at home, a few minutes a day, with a treat as a reward. Then the lead trailing indoors. Finally the outing, somewhere quiet and never on a busy pavement. Allow one to two weeks.

A cat who freezes and lies down isn't being stubborn: he's scared. Go back in and try again later. And plan for a cat lead with a light clip — the weight of a dog lead is enough to put a cat off.

One last pointer: never clip the lead back onto the collar “just in case”. A panicking cat spins round, and the collar tightens. The harness alone, properly adjusted, is both safer for him and more secure for you.

FAQ

Harness or collar?

A harness spreads the pull across the chest instead of focusing it on the windpipe. It's a must for small breeds, flat-faced breeds and any dog that pulls, even occasionally.

Which size should I choose?

This model comes in S (Chest 28–32 cm) and M (Chest 32–36 cm). Go by your pet's measurements — chest girth and back length — rather than its weight: two pets of the same weight don't have the same build. If you're between two sizes, pick the larger one.

How do I adjust it?

Once adjusted, you should be able to slide two fingers flat between the strap and the fur. Any tighter and it rubs under the front legs; any looser and your dog can back out of it.

What is it made of?

Polyester. It's this material mix that sets the care routine: check the specifications for the right way to wash it.