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Switchbak™ Dog Harness

harness with pockets

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Sizing Chart

Use this fit guide to find the right size for your dog. Measurement is around the widest part of the rib cage.

Girth Size
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
Product dimensions table
Size Weight Capacity
XS 0.7 lb (317 g) 103 in³ (1.7 L)
S 0.9 lb (408 g) 183 in³ (3 L)
M 1 lb (453 g) 262 in³ (4.3 L)
L/XL 1.2 lb (544 g) 457 in³ (7.5 L)
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The Switchbak Harness has the padded comfort of an everyday dog harness with handle, plus the bonus functionality carrying small essentials. The two low-profile zippered pockets have room to stash those day-to-day necessities like pick-up bags, a leash, or some treats.

It features two leash attachment options: a V-ring centered on the back and a reinforced webbing loop at the chest, great for redirecting dogs that pull on leash. Dial in the right fit with high adjustability and a padded belly strap - critical for stable gear carry and when giving a little boost with the low-profile handle. All in all, the Switchbak melds comfort and convenience into a performance harness ready for both town and trail.

All-Day Comfort

Foam-padded construction for comfortable extended wear.

Zippered Pockets

Two low-profile zippered pockets for carrying small essentials.

Two Leash Attachment Points

Aluminum V-ring on back and reinforced webbing loop on chest.

Additional Features

  • Foam-padded construction for comfortable extended wear

  • Padded belly strap adds stability when carrying weight; stows when not in use

  • Five points of adjustment for an optimal fit

  • Two leash attachment points: aluminum V-ring on back and reinforced webbing loop on chest

  • Two low-profile, zippered pockets for small essentials

  • Low-profile padded handle for controlled and comfortable lift and assist

  • Tonal reflective accents for visibility in low-light conditions and light loop for attaching The Beacon™️

  • Materials

    • Shell: 300 denier polyester ripstop (bluesign® approved)
    • Padding: Closed-cell foam
    • Lining: Polyester knit mesh
    • Webbing: 100% Polyester
    • Zipper: Reverse coil YKK #5
    • Chest Leash Connection: Engineered nylon webbing (bluesign® approved)
    • Buckles: ITW Nexus Mach 1 buckles
    • Back Leash Connection: Anodized 6061-T6 aluminum V-ring
    • Made in Vietnam

  • Care

    • Hand wash
    • Mild detergent
    • Air dry

Switchbak™ Harness Videos

  • About: The Switchbak™ Harness

    Learn more about the Switchbak™ Harness from Monica and Giles.

  • How to Fit & Adjust the Switchbak™ Harness

    Learn how to fit and adjust the Switchbak™ Harness from Kelly and Juniper.

Find The Right Size For Your Dog

Use the sizing chart to select the appropriate size for your dog.

Sizing Chart & Technical Specs

Use this sizing chart to select the appropriate size for your dog. Measurement is around the widest part of the rib cage.
In between sizes? We recommend sizing up.
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Product sizing chart table
Girth Size
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
Product dimensions table
Size Weight Capacity
XS 0.7 lb (317 g) 103 in³ (1.7 L)
S 0.9 lb (408 g) 183 in³ (3 L)
M 1 lb (453 g) 262 in³ (4.3 L)
L/XL 1.2 lb (544 g) 457 in³ (7.5 L)
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17-22 in (43-56 cm)

Ratings & Reviews

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
Based on 336 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 285 Total 4 star reviews: 39 Total 3 star reviews: 10 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 2
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  • Crimson
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    Switchbak™ Dog Harness Large/XLarge / Red Sumac (607)
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 minute ago
    Lots of features

    Bought a L/XL for a 6 month old golden retriever puppy. It's big on him, but he's definitely going to grow into it quickly. The straps are highly adjustable, especially the chest strap, and have inner sleeves to hide any excess material. I was able to completely shove the belly strap inside of it's hidden inner sleeve. The pockets are a bit tight near the seams, but hold plenty. I was able to fit a standard ball, several rolls of waste bags, a pouch of treats, a 6 foot leash, hand sanitizer, dog wipes, and a waste bag dispenser inside of just one pocket without much fuss. The pockets also hold a standard 16.9 oz water bottle easily, with room to spare. It looks seamless when empty, which I appreciate. I almost wish it came with color patterns on the sides due to all the empty space.

    The material itself is thin and stiff, but feels very durable and water-resistant. The straps specifically surprised me with how thin they were. I don't think getting caught on something would break or tear the harness, but a dog could definitely chew through it. Luckily, because of the thinness, it would be easy to fix with a sewing machine. The buckles are a cheap plastic. Considering the price of this harness, I feel like it should've been metal; but they seem easy enough to replace if they break. The zippers are high quality metal though, which i feel is more important anyway. I was also worried the front leash attachment would be flimsy, but it is, in fact, very durable.

    You can fit a…

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  • Stephanie C.
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    Switchbak™ Dog Harness Large/XLarge / Granite Gray (035)
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    Great Side Pockets

    Really happy that I was finally able to get this for my pup!

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  • David W.
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    Switchbak™ Dog Harness Small / Blue Moon (460)
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 months ago
    Replacement

    I bought this to replace an existing Rugfear harness as the webbing had split. Whereas that sounds poor I calculate our dog has clocked up 8500-9000 miles in it. So it had given good service.

    Ruffwear seem to gave improve the design extending the breast plate into a full gusset spreading any pulling over a bigger area.

    An extra loop at the front for tags.

    Location of the clips under cover is also good.

    Bought the pocket version, not sure why. Ok for keeping additional ID.

    Nice new range of colours.

    Overall quality excellent as before.

    Thumbs up from me and Cocoa

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  • Jackson
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    Switchbak™ Dog Harness Medium / Red Sumac (607)
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5 months ago
    Perfect day pack in the mountains of CO

    After a couple seasons hiking with my favorite 55lb adventure buddy in the Switchbak, it's become the perfect single day hike pack. The contents you choose need to be a bit thought out due to limited pouch space and the need to balance the weight in each pouch; however, once you dial it in to your needs, the Switchbak really shines. I keep my guy equipped with basic essentials anytime we hit the trail. One side of this pack gets completely filled by his emergency evacuation sling. The other side includes a small diddy bag of first aid supplies tailored to him, a spare leash, a Ruffwear anti-smelly pack out bag for his poops, and the trail runner ultra light bowl for quick water/snack breaks. Other small items like an extra poop bag roll or a small hand towel could fit here as well, but I prefer it when the pouch I need to access most often isn't absolutely stuffed to capacity. Since this is my pup's day hiking pack, extra layers and boots aren't typically necessary, but they'd be held by me in my pack, since this isn't the most space friendly option. Food and water in my pack as well (for multiple day endeavors outdoors, see the Approach pack). The handle on the back is a requirement for me. Being able to pick up my pup in the mountains to either help him along tricky terrain or lift him away from possible danger is a must, and a poop bag dispenser fits nicely there as well! This pack does tend toward lopsidedness fairly easily. Just a small disparity in weight between the…

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  • Amber B.
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    Switchbak™ Dog Harness Medium / Blue Moon (460)
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    7 months ago
    Lightweight hiking harness

    We were looking for a lightweight hiking harness for our newfoundland pup and this works perfectly. Allows us to carry her essentials without weighing her down for longer hikes.

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