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Load Up dog car harness Slate Blue
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Load Up™ Dog Car Harness

strong, secure car harness

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Use this fit guide to find the right size for your dog. Measurement is around the widest part of the rib cage. In between sizes? Choose the smaller size.

Girth Size
13 - 17 in (33 - 43 cm) XXS
17 - 22 in (43 - 56 cm) XS
22 - 27 in (56 - 69 cm) S
27 - 32 in (69 - 81 cm) M
32 - 42 in (81 - 107 cm) L/XL
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Answer the call of the open road with your No. 1 canine co-pilot and the Load Up Harness - a crash tested dog harness designed to travel to and from adventures. Built with strength-rated hardware and components, the Load Up Harness has been designed to be easy to put on, comfortable over long hauls, and able to withstand the rigors of a vehicle crash.

The universal seat belt loop attaches to existing seat belts and allows dogs to stand, sit, and sleep as they please while keeping them secure during sudden vehicle movements. The Load Up is easy to put on and adjust, and it can be left on dogs for quick bathroom breaks and rest stops.

Curious to learn more about the design and testing of the Load Up? Check out our Load Up Harness FAQs.

UNIVERSAL ATTACHMENT

Seat belt loop attaches to existing seat belts.

EASY ON/OFF

Strength-rated metal hardware.

COMFORTABLE

Padded construction is comfortable for extended wear.

Additional Features

  • Strong, secure harness for car travel

  • Padded construction is comfortable for extended wear

  • Universal seat belt attachment

  • Metal, strength-rated hardware

  • Easy-to-use metal slide buckle

  • Materials

    • Shell: 300 denier polyester
    • Closed-cell foam
    • Polyester knit mesh lining
    • Nylon webbing
    • Forged Anodized Aluminum 6061 Slide Buckles
    • Made in Vietnam

  • Care

    • Hand wash
    • Mild detergent
    • Air dry

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  • About: The Load Up™ Dog Car Harness

    Learn more about the Load Up™ from Kate and Dixie.

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Load Up™ Car Harness: Testing & Design

It was a request we heard often from our customers: "a vehicle restraint harness, but constructed from quality materials... and one that's comfortable and my dog wouldn't mind wearing."

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Find The Right Size For Your Dog

Measurement is around the widest part of the rib cage.

Sizing Chart & Technical Specs

Measurement is around the widest part of the rib cage. In between sizes? Choose the smaller size.
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Girth Size
13 - 17 in (33 - 43 cm) XXS
17 - 22 in (43 - 56 cm) XS
22 - 27 in (56 - 69 cm) S
27 - 32 in (69 - 81 cm) M
32 - 42 in (81 - 107 cm) L/XL
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13-17 in (33-43 cm)

Ratings & Reviews

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Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
Based on 162 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 107 Total 4 star reviews: 34 Total 3 star reviews: 12 Total 2 star reviews: 4 Total 1 star reviews: 5
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  • Brooke G.
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    Load Up™ Dog Car Harness Small / Slate Blue (413)
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    6 hours ago
    Worry Free

    The load up car harness gives me peace of mind knowing my dog is safe and secure while we travel. I don't have to worry about him roaming in the car on the way to our next adventure!

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  • Rose F.
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    Load Up™ Dog Car Harness Large/XLarge / Slate Blue (413)
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    22 hours ago
    Excellent car harness

    I’ve been searching for something safe and strong enough to keep my 125lb baby golden safe and this is the answer! Highly recommended!

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  • Margaret W.
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    Load Up™ Dog Car Harness XXSmall / Slate Blue (413)
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Yesterday
    Great option for my small dog!

    The Load Up car harness was just what I was looking for—safety tested, excellent workmanship, intuitive buckling up, comfortable for my dog, along with outstanding customer service from the Ruffwear team! Through their help, I got the right size (XXS) for the right fit for my 12 lb dog. And the video on the Ruffwear website for how to adjust the harness was very helpful! Thank you for a good product

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  • Lydia H.
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    Load Up™ Dog Car Harness Large/XLarge / Slate Blue (413)
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    So far so good

    Just got the harness and tried it out, it was a little difficult to put on, but I think I have the hang of it now. I’m glad that it clips in the seatbelt. So far it worked. I do wish getting on and off was a little easier, I’d like to leave in the car and put on in the seat. No complaints, glad it’s crash tested.

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  • Kathryn N.
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    Load Up™ Dog Car Harness Medium / Slate Blue (413)
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 weeks ago
    Good fit for my greyhound

    We were looking for a rated car harness for our greyhound, which has been difficult due to their large chests but skinny waists and necks. This harness has a lot of adjustability, and we got a nice snug fit on our greyhound. The buckles are different from typical harnesses, but they feel much more secure and sturdy. There isn't a loop at the top of the harness where we would typically clip her leash so we use a different harness for walks. Our dog is getting used to being buckled in on car rides - she is used to being able to move around more, but she's learning and getting more comfortable with it. Overall, I really like this harness for car rides, and I like that it is tested. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a safe car harness and for hound owners who need a lot of adjustability in harnesses.

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