Kitty Holster Cat Harness, Small/Medium, Black

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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. 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.

An added layer of reassurance comes courtesy of the two heavyweight D-rings, so you can be safe in the knowledge that the lead is securely attached at all times. At 59 inches, the lead is long enough to allow some freedom but not so long as to made it difficult to catch up with your cat if they’re getting into mischief.

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No. In fact, cat harnesses can open up a whole new world for your cat. "Walking is a great way to keep indoor cats active and offer them more stimulation than they would normally get in a home environment," says Simpson. "Living indoors can lead to boredom and anxiety in many cats, so outdoor access can help to alleviate this." Walking can also help an overweight cat lose weight. That said, it is important to recognize that not every cat wants to be an adventure cat. If your cat is highly anxious, they may not be the best candidate — although Simpson told us that even fearful cats can enjoy the outdoors if they are carefully and gradually introduced to it. Kitty Holster Cat Harness, the Original Walking Vest, as seen on CBS Sunday Morning, and featured in The New York Times! Once your cat is comfortable walking around the house while wearing both the harness and the leash, you’re ready to venture out into the world. The best cat collars alert you (and birds or other small prey, for outdoor cats) to a cat’s presence and help identify kitties that wander too far from home. They’re not well-designed for walks or other supervised adventures. That’s where a cat harness comes in! Swapping out the daily collar for a harness is easier said than done, so we have tips for getting your cat accustomed to wearing one. Prep your cat for a harness in 3 steps

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.

Some cats are sensitive to weight or pressure on their fur. Those kitties might prefer a lighter, less obtrusive harness like this Roman-style harness (which differs from H-style with a strap along the chest). It's made of 0.38-inch nylon webbing and it's suitable for cats and kittens. The PetSafe patented design allows for pressure on the leash to gently tighten the shoulder straps, restraining any forward motion, but without putting pressure on the delicate throat area. It gives you gentle, comfortable control of your cat or kitten while you explore the world together. 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. Trybuch and Olewski Klassen first introduced their young cats to a harness indoors. They put the harness on for brief periods, during which they offered lots of treats and played games. These short sessions helped their kitties forget about the gear, learn how to move while wearing it, and form positive associations. Over time, as your kitty becomes more comfortable with the harness, the longer it can stay on.

Fit. We matched manufacturer sizing charts to cats and then judged whether the sizing ran too small, too large, or fit as advertised.Although the Velcro fastening is secure, it does mean that unlike other models with straps, this particular harness isn’t adjustable, making it more important to measure your kitty to ensure the perfect fit. But with five sizes available, it shouldn’t be too much of a task to find the right size for your furry friend. Denim, canvas and other cotton fabrics are breathable and offer more options with regard to cute colors, prints and patterns, but not all offer the same durability and stain resistance, so choose carefully. Familiarize your cat with the harness — To do this, leave it lying on the couch while you and your cat relax, or place it in areas where they can smell it, touch it, and essentially accept it as part of their environment. A friend recently tried it with her kitten and she reported: “It was a little too big at 8 weeks and he wiggled out of it, but it’s been really good. I feel like I’m not going to lose him or hurt him.” Cats who aren’t used to harnesses may take a while to get used to the over-head style of the Comfort Soft, but the flexible and lightweight nature of this harness does make it comfortable to wear, with plenty of owners happy that their cat will leave theirs on all day.