The Best Dog Harnesses for 2025

What are the best dog harnesses for 2025?

In this blog series, we will be listing the best selling and most reliable pet care products from the previous year to inform your purchases for 2025. From dog leads, to dog toys, to cat collars and more, we'll take you through the best products to treat your pets to in 2025. 

Here we detail which dog harness proved the most popular and the most reliable based on our own 2024 data. 

We calculate the list based on a simple formula of volume of sales divided by total number of complaints, warranty faults and returns during 2024. The highest-scoring top 3 are listed below. 

Below is a list of the recommended best dog leads for 2025:

1. Happy Pet GO WALK Dog Airmesh Harness - the best dog harness based on 2024 sales and reliability data. The Happy Pet GO WALK dog harnesses are a great choice all round; made from breathable airmesh fabrics and lined with reflective piping, these harnesses provide both comfort and better visibility for your dog. Finished with a secure bone buckle and two lead attachments for safer walking. Available in sizes XS - XL and 8 different colours. Machine washable. 

2. Hurtta Weekend Warrior Dog Harnesses - the second best dog harness based on 2024 sales and reliability data. Though a more expensive choice, the Hurtta Weekend Warrior Dog Harness boasts high quality fabrics that prevent chafing and an adjustable neckline and chest strap for a better fit. The ergonomic and durable design makes this a perfect harness for active dogs, as well as a sturdy handle that makes it easy to control your dog when needed. Available in sizes XS - XL and 6 different colours. 

3. Doodlebone Adjustable Airmesh Dog Harnesses - a highly recommended dog harness available in 5 sizes and 8 stylish colours and patterns. This harness is an over the head harness with added adjustability around the neck and chest for a customisable fit. The airmesh material makes this harness breathable and stretchy, able to cater dogs of different sizes and shapes. Complete with reflective lining and two D-ring lead attachments for safer walks. Machine washable. 

Honourable mention - Doodlebone Originals Snappy Dog Harness. Airmesh material, adjustable straps, wraps around dog's body (best for nervous dogs). Available in 7 sizes and 9 different colours. Machine washable. 

About this list of the best dog harnesses for 2025

Dog harnesses are one of the fundamental accessories all dog owners need in their dog's day-to-day routine. They are a great accessory to pair with your dog's lead for safer, more secure walks. It is important to consider which size of harness is best suited to your dog to ensure comfort and mobility. 

Above are listed the top 3 best dog harnesses for 2025, based on Real Pet Store's 2025 sales and reliability data from Real Pet Store outlets on eBay, Amazon and official website. 

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