Why do small dogs need a specific type of harness?

Small dogs don’t necessarily need a specific type of harness, but they do need one that’s tailored to fit, made to evenly distribute pressure, and designed to prevent escapes. Some small dog breeds may have delicate frames or be prone to tracheal issues, so a well-fitted harness can help avoid neck strain, pressure, and injury.

How do you measure a small dog for a harness?

Measure your small dog for a harness by getting chest girth and neck measurements. Use a soft measuring tape to measure around your dog’s chest, just behind the front legs, and measure the neck circumference at the base of your dog’s neck. Compare those measurements to the size guide for the harness you want, sizing up if your dog is in between sizes. When properly adjusted, your dog’s harness should fit snugly, with just enough room for two fingers underneath.

Are step-in harnesses good for small dogs?

Step-in harnesses are usually good for small dogs because they're easy to put on and fasten. They can be especially helpful for dogs who dislike having things pulled over their head. Step-in designs are usually quite comfortable for small pups, too.

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$51.99 Chewy Price

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Sassy Woof Aurora Adjustable Dog Harness, Small: 14 to 19-in chest

Rated 3.9 out of 5 stars

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$27.99 Chewy Price

$29.99 List Price

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$50.99 Chewy Price

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars

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$29.99 Chewy Price

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Arrives between Jun 2 and Jun 6

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Sassy Woof Kuromi Adjustable Dog Harness, Small: 16 to 21-in chest

$34.99 Chewy Price

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Arrives between Jun 4 and Jun 8

Sassy Woof MLB x Peanuts New York Yankees Adjustable Dog Harness, Small: 16 to 21-in chest

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars

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$34.99 Chewy Price

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Arrives between Jun 2 and Jun 6

Pistachio Brands Vegan Faux Leather Dog Harness, St Tropez, Small

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

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$53.00 Chewy Price

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Arrives between Jun 1 and Jun 5

Buckle-Down DC Comics Wonder Woman Dog Harness, Small: 14 to 17-in chest

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

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$18.94 Chewy Price

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Sassy Woof Pompompurin Dog Harness & Leash, Small: 16 to 21-in chest

$54.99 Chewy Price

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Red Dingo Sport Squiggles Design Reflective Dog Harness, Black, Small: 14.9 to 20.8-in chest

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

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$46.45 Chewy Price

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Free 1-3 day delivery on first-time orders
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Kurgo Impact Car Safety Dog Harness, Small: 10 to 25 pounds

Rated 3.1 out of 5 stars

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$78.95 Chewy Price

$86.99 List Price

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Buckle-Down Disney Dream Big Princess Face & Icons Collage Pinks Dog Harness, Multicolor, Small...

$13.95 Chewy Price

$17.95 List Price

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Arrives between Jun 4 and Jun 7

DOOG Step In Neoflex Rin Tin Tin Neon Dog Harness, Teal/Pink, Small: 12.5 to 17-in chest

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

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$26.99 Chewy Price

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Arrives between Jun 2 and Jun 5

LupinePet Original Designs Alpen Glow Adjustable Dog Harness, Small: 12 to 20-in chest, 1/2-in ...

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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$21.29 Chewy Price

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Arrives between Jun 3 and Jun 8

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Lucy & Co. The Space Doodle Reversible Dog Harness, Navy, Small: 14 to 18-in chest

Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars

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$32.00 Chewy Price

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Sassy Woof Kuromi Dog Harness & Leash, Small: 16 to 21-in chest

$54.99 Chewy Price

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Arrives between Jun 4 and Jun 8

LupinePet Original Designs Sunflowers Step In Dog Harness, Small: 12 to 18-in chest, 1/2-in wid...

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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$21.29 Chewy Price

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Arrives between Jun 3 and Jun 8

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Gooby Soft Mesh X Step-In Dog Harness, Turquoise, Medium: 16 to 19.75-in. chest

$29.99 Chewy Price

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Picket Protector Classic Series Step-In Dog Harness, Black, Small: 14.5 to 16-in chest

$17.99 Chewy Price

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Canada Pooch Cooling 2.0 Pull-On Dog Harness, Blue, Small: 15 to 19 inches

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

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$59.99 Chewy Price

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Curli Glow Clasp Reflective Vest Dog Harness, Reflective Gray, Small: 15.04 to 17.04-in chest

Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars

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$54.99 Chewy Price

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Industrial Puppy Therapy Dog Vest Harness with Therapy Dog Patches, Red, Small: 22.5 to 26-in c...

Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars

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$24.95 Chewy Price

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Necoichi Ninja Rayon Dog Harness, Small, Green

Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars

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$19.99 Chewy Price

$29.99 List Price

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Puppia Windsor Over-the-Head Checkered Pattern No-Pull Dog Harness, Beige, Small: 12.1 to 16.8-...

$32.00 Chewy Price

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Arrives between Jun 3 and Jun 6

Blueberry Pet Step In Rainbow Polka Dots Dog Harness, Rainbow Polka Dots, Small: 16.5 to 21.5-i...

Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars

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$9.79 Chewy Price

$21.99 List Price

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Arrives between Jun 4 and Jun 7

Blueberry Pet Reflective Back to Basics Dog Harness Vest, Sky Blue, Small: 16.5 to 21-in chest

Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars

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$18.98 Chewy Price

$26.99 List Price

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Kanine Stripe Dog Harness, Solar Power Yellow, Small

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

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$35.00 Chewy Price

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Arrives between Jun 3 and Jun 6

Sassy Woof STAR WARS The Mandalorian Dog Harness, Small: 16 to 21-in chest

Rated 3.7 out of 5 stars

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$32.99 Chewy Price

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Arrives between Jun 2 and Jun 6

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Doggie Design American River Camouflage Collection Choke Free Dog Harness, Green Camo, Medium: ...

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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$19.99 Chewy Price

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Arrives between Jun 5 and Jun 9

Tommy Hilfiger Core Dog Harness, Primary Red, X-Small/Small

$49.50 Chewy Price

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Arrives between Jun 3 and Jun 6

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Sassy Woof My Melody Dog Harness & Leash, Small: 16 to 21-in chest

$54.99 Chewy Price

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Arrives between Jun 4 and Jun 8

Chai's Choice Stylish Dog Backpack, Leash & Harness, Pink, Medium: 13 to 16.5-in chest

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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$42.99 Chewy Price

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Arrives between Jun 3 and Jun 6

LupinePet Reflective Paws Step In Dog Harness, Pink Paws, Small: 15 to 21-in chest, 3/4-in wide...

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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$36.25 Chewy Price

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Arrives between Jun 3 and Jun 8

Non-stop Dogwear Rock Long Dog Harness, Black/Orange, Small: 17.7 to 25.2-in chest

$99.99 Chewy Price

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Arrives between Jun 4 and Jun 8

Blueberry Pet Soft & Comfy Textured Tweed Service Dog Harness Vest, Greyish Beige, Small: 16 to...

Rated 3.9 out of 5 stars

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$31.98 Chewy Price

$32.99 List Price

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Arrives between Jun 4 and Jun 7

Sassy Woof Wag Your Teal Dog Harness & Leash, Small: 16 to 21-in chest

$50.99 Chewy Price

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Arrives between Jun 2 and Jun 6

Small Breed Dog Harnesses

Sassy Woof Disney's Ariel Dog Harness & Leash, Small: 16 to 21-in chest

Sassy Woof Aurora Adjustable Dog Harness, Small: 14 to 19-in chest

Sassy Woof Whole Milk Dog Harness & Leash, Small: 16 to 21-in chest

Sassy Woof Mama's Girl Adjustable Dog Harness, Small: 16 to 21-in chest

Sassy Woof Kuromi Adjustable Dog Harness, Small: 16 to 21-in chest

Sassy Woof MLB x Peanuts New York Yankees Adjustable Dog Harness, Small: 16 to 21-in chest

Pistachio Brands Vegan Faux Leather Dog Harness, St Tropez, Small

Buckle-Down DC Comics Wonder Woman Dog Harness, Small: 14 to 17-in chest

Sassy Woof Pompompurin Dog Harness & Leash, Small: 16 to 21-in chest

Red Dingo Sport Squiggles Design Reflective Dog Harness, Black, Small: 14.9 to 20.8-in chest

Kurgo Impact Car Safety Dog Harness, Small: 10 to 25 pounds

Buckle-Down Disney Dream Big Princess Face & Icons Collage Pinks Dog Harness, Multicolor, Small...

DOOG Step In Neoflex Rin Tin Tin Neon Dog Harness, Teal/Pink, Small: 12.5 to 17-in chest

LupinePet Original Designs Alpen Glow Adjustable Dog Harness, Small: 12 to 20-in chest, 1/2-in ...

Lucy & Co. The Space Doodle Reversible Dog Harness, Navy, Small: 14 to 18-in chest

Sassy Woof Kuromi Dog Harness & Leash, Small: 16 to 21-in chest

LupinePet Original Designs Sunflowers Step In Dog Harness, Small: 12 to 18-in chest, 1/2-in wid...

Gooby Soft Mesh X Step-In Dog Harness, Turquoise, Medium: 16 to 19.75-in. chest

Picket Protector Classic Series Step-In Dog Harness, Black, Small: 14.5 to 16-in chest

Canada Pooch Cooling 2.0 Pull-On Dog Harness, Blue, Small: 15 to 19 inches

Curli Glow Clasp Reflective Vest Dog Harness, Reflective Gray, Small: 15.04 to 17.04-in chest

Industrial Puppy Therapy Dog Vest Harness with Therapy Dog Patches, Red, Small: 22.5 to 26-in c...

Necoichi Ninja Rayon Dog Harness, Small, Green

Puppia Windsor Over-the-Head Checkered Pattern No-Pull Dog Harness, Beige, Small: 12.1 to 16.8-...

Blueberry Pet Step In Rainbow Polka Dots Dog Harness, Rainbow Polka Dots, Small: 16.5 to 21.5-i...

Blueberry Pet Reflective Back to Basics Dog Harness Vest, Sky Blue, Small: 16.5 to 21-in chest

Kanine Stripe Dog Harness, Solar Power Yellow, Small

Sassy Woof STAR WARS The Mandalorian Dog Harness, Small: 16 to 21-in chest

Doggie Design American River Camouflage Collection Choke Free Dog Harness, Green Camo, Medium: ...

Tommy Hilfiger Core Dog Harness, Primary Red, X-Small/Small

Sassy Woof My Melody Dog Harness & Leash, Small: 16 to 21-in chest

Chai's Choice Stylish Dog Backpack, Leash & Harness, Pink, Medium: 13 to 16.5-in chest

LupinePet Reflective Paws Step In Dog Harness, Pink Paws, Small: 15 to 21-in chest, 3/4-in wide...

Non-stop Dogwear Rock Long Dog Harness, Black/Orange, Small: 17.7 to 25.2-in chest

Blueberry Pet Soft & Comfy Textured Tweed Service Dog Harness Vest, Greyish Beige, Small: 16 to...

Sassy Woof Wag Your Teal Dog Harness & Leash, Small: 16 to 21-in chest

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