The padded Hurtta Weekend Warrior Harness holds up beautifully no matter how big (and dirty) the adventure.
If you're doing a lot of strenuous outdoor activities with your pup, you need a harness that won't fall apart with repeated rock scrambling and ocean swims. But a strong harness made of resilient material is only half the battle. An active dog also requires a harness that fits comfortably on all-day adventures without restricting their movement at high speeds or on uneven terrain.
Enter the Hurtta Weekend Warrior, an extremely durable harness that is also built for comfort. Unlike most harnesses which are sized with the subjective terms small, medium, and large, the Finnish team behind the Hurtta measured the chest circumference of more than 200 dogs to inform this product's five sizes from a tiny 16 to 18 inches to a hefty 39 to 47 inches.
The soft, padded straps have four points of adjustment, two on the neck strap and two on the chest strap, to help you get a snug fit on a wide range of body types. Two buckles on the chest strap mean that you don't have to lift your dog's legs to get them into the harness. It is necessary, though, to slip the Hurtta over your dog's head, which can be a challenge for shy or handling-sensitive dogs.
The brand is a favorite of certified professional dog trainer Erika Slovikoski, owner of Stardog in San Francisco, California. I like Hurtta harnesses because they are extremely well made [with] durable material and buckles that look like new for years, she said. The design allows for full range of motion of forelimbs, too, which is so important to me.
Made for dogs that can't get enough of the outdoors, the Hurtta Weekend Warrior is fashioned out of soft, lightweight polyester and covered with a weatherproof material sturdy enough to keep the harness from soaking through in low to moderate rain. Each of the harness's eight colors, including two ECO versions made from 100% recycled polyester, is accented with reflective prints and piping for safety in low light. At the back, a sturdy stainless steel ring connects to the leash and a handle allows people to lend their dog a hand on steep trails without compromising their own balance.
The Hurtta Weekend Warrior is pricier than your average harness, but your money is well spent on both quality and design. Plus, the harness will last for years without looking shabby. Even if dogs roll in mud and swim in saltwater, these materials just rinse and dry and look like new again, Slovikoski said.
Pros: Ultra-durable, padded, five sizes, eight colors and eco-friendly versions available, strong hardware, easy to clean, good for intensive activity, reflective material
Cons: Pricey
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