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Load Up™ Dog Car H
Load Up™ Dog Car H
Load Up™ Dog Car H
4.4
Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
112 Reviews

Load Up™ Dog Car Harness

strong, secure car harness

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Selected: Slate Blue

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

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.
Product sizing chart table
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
Find The Right Size For Your Dog chart
Select Size

13-17 in (33-43 cm)

Ratings & Reviews

4.4
Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
Based on 112 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 69 Total 4 star reviews: 27 Total 3 star reviews: 9 Total 2 star reviews: 3 Total 1 star reviews: 4
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112 reviews
  • Keena B.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Yesterday
    Peace of Mind

    We are big fans of Ruffwear and we’re excited to try this harness to keep our pup safe on car adventures. We have a pit bull and it is often hard to find things that fit her right. We reached out to customer service to make sure it was a good fit and they responded in no time letting us know that it fit properly. Can’t wait to go on more adventures knowing that our pup is safe!

  • Kellie H.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 days ago
    Greyhound Approved

    It fits my greyhound well, which is surprising because not many things do. It may chafe if she walked a long distance in it because it is slightly wider than needed between her front legs. But she’s comfortable enough to sleep in the car with it on!

    It doesn’t have a D-ring attachment because this harness should only be used to secure your dog in the car. Using it for walking or potty breaks could wear it down in ways you may not notice causing it to fail in a crash. I simply keep mine in the car- like a car seat and then she gets strapped in once she’s in the backseat.

    But there are many ways you can temporarily attach a leash to them for transport, like looping the leash around and snapping it to itself or getting a carabiner and attaching to that. Or using a collar. So the lack of D-ring is for good reason and a leash can still be used if needed - it just may need a little extra effort.

    My greyhound is crate-adverse and I don’t think the other harnesses on the market would fit her well. The clasps on this one seem very safe and I’d rather have her restrained than flying at me in a crash of nothing else. It also helps for quick decisions on the road, you no longer have to consider if a stop will be too harsh and hurt your dog. Makes it easier to drive safely in the event of a deer or other situation where sudden stops are needed.

    I would recommend to anyone who is looking to keep their dog safer in the car!

    My ground has a 29” chest and 15” neck. It has a lot of…

  • Elizabeth C.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 days ago
    Smart harness

    The thing that led me to purchase this harness was the fact of the thought that was put into the product. I found no other seatbelt harness that had the seatbelt loop at the bottom of the harness not the top or middle. Having the seatbelt loop at the bottom gives my dog a bit more wiggle room in the back seat to get comfortable. It also has a wider belly harness which I think is important to protect the dog better from possible injuries. Once you fit the harness it’s an easy thing to put on and take off. I have one for each of my two pups and feel better when on the road knowing they are safer.

  • Charlotte M.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5 days ago
    Car Harness

    Fits very well my dog! Love the fact that it is crash tested, it feels way more secure than the clip on leashes.

  • Lisa J.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    Stability and comfort

    This harness provided both of my dogs with stability in the car. It also seemed to provide comfort and alleviate travel stress just a bit (maybe that’s me projecting :))

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