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Dog sledding is huge fun but it does take some effort and quality gear will make the process much easier. We researched the best dog sled harnesses in the business. That’s because you need ones that will work and keep your dog safe. These harnesses fall into that category. They’re both sturdy, easy to put on your dogs and most importantly, safe.
Items on harnesses you have to keep an eye on are the materials used in the harness itself, the stitching and how the straps are connected together, and the connecting hardware. How easy are the harnesses to clip together. Also, how is the weight distributed evenly on your dog. These are some of the things we looked at when we selected these candidates for the best dog sled harnesses.
There is some great information on dog sledding at Wikipedia. I heartly recommend yo check it out.
Also, you may be interested in the Iditarod dog race they run in Alaska. Their website is very informative and kept up to date. It’s at Iditarod.com.
If you don’t have a dog sled yet, here is the best beginners dog sled we have found.
Neewa Sled Pro X-Back Harness, Small
Best overall
Neewa build for mushing rather than adapting a walking harness, and the X-back is the classic pulling cut. Sold for sledding, bikejoring and general exercise, so it earns its keep outside snow season.
Neewa Adjustable Sled Pro Harness, Medium
Best for large breeds
The adjustable version, which matters on a big dog where an off-the-shelf size rarely sits right. Aimed at large and giant breeds. Only 2 left at the time of writing.
X-Back Racing Harness, Large/X-Large
Best for racing
Sold specifically as a racing harness with reflective detailing — the reflective part earns its place on dark winter mornings rather than on a race course.
Dogs My Love Weight Pulling X-Back Harness
Best for weight pulling
Built for weight pulling rather than distance running, which is a different load through the shoulders. The X-back cut spreads it across the chest.
Weight Pulling X-Back Harness, Medium
Best for medium dogs
The same weight-pulling design in a medium size, for dogs too big for the small harnesses and too small for the giant-breed ones. Only 2 left at the time of writing.
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