Looking for a Specific Type of Harness

[GoChiBlackhawks]

Hello!
I have been struggling to find a good walking harness for my dog. I found one that seems like it would be a great style, but it would be extremely expensive to ship to the USA. The harness type I'm looking at is in the description of this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PvgBD44k26Q (the site is in German, so you must use Google Translate to translate the whole webpage).
I have a 3 year old German Shorthaired Pointer that I adopted from a local shelter. He was a breeder reject and never learned to walk on a leash, though he may have begun E-Collar training, as we are fairly sure he began hunting training (a long story). He is a very strong, consistent puller and he is also extremely inattentive outdoors. I have found a good method to leash training, and have started using it. However, I need a harness to better control any sudden regression/pulling that occurs. Many harnesses I have tried do not fit correctly (he has a bit of an odd shape), chafe, pinch, or cause other discomfort to my dog. He is very sensitive and the method I am using addresses that issue. However, even the slightest discomfort causes him to shut down (he's a big baby) so I'm really looking for the most comfortable harness I can find that attaches in both the front AND back.
Thank you!

[Erica]

The Walkeez harness looks very close to what you're looking for, but I am having trouble seeing if they provide a front-clip ring. Their website needs a rehaul

Freedom harnesses are also nice. The fleece-lined girth strap prevents chafing in the armpits. For your dog, I would be sure to adjust it so that it's fitted properly when the martingale loop on top is at its tightest. It'll be a bit loose if he's not pulling, but if he does start it won't scare him.

The Walk-in-Sync harness has the right shape and clips for your needs. You could combine it with fleece sleeves like those linked to help make it more comfortable, if your dog doesn't like the feel of plain nylon straps.

Another option would be to get a standard Roman or H harness that has a metal ring to connect the straps on the chest. These are sold at most any pet store. You can either clip the leash directly to said ring, or do as Ari's owner did and attach a bit of nylon + a ring to this kind of harness. There's a good description/pictures in this thread. Again, you can put some fleece on this harness to make it softer for a sensitive dog.

I hope you can find exactly what you're looking for! The only one's I've found like that so far are from the UK.

[GoChiBlackhawks]

Erica,
Thank you! The Walkeez harness does look very similar to what I'm looking for, however I don't think they provide a front-attaching clip. Perhaps if it weren't a little on the pricey side, I could fashion a hook on the front. While price isn't a huge factor (as long as the product works well), I'm hesitant to buy an expensive harness like this and modify it if they wouldn't accept a return.

The Freedom harness is a little less material then I'm hoping for. Currently, we're using a Walk Your Dog With Love harness that I've lined in fleece myself. However, with my dog I need harness that covers a larger surface area. He is very sensitive (both physically and mentally) to minimalist harnesses. We are also using a Sporn harness that is fleece lined for when we allow him to run on a long lead. This is great for preventing injury when he reaches the end of the lead, but it is quickly wearing down and will have to be discarded soon.

The Walk-in-Sync has a good shape to it, but still seems a little too minimalistic. I have been keeping this harness (http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/p ... atid=26924) in mind, but it does not attach in the front and I think it may be a little to hot in the summer. It's a bit overkill, but I like that his harness covers more surface area.

I know it seems like I'm being extremely picky, and I apologize! Haha

I have also recently started seeing reports that harnesses that go horizontally across the chest are being shown to cause shoulder and spinal problems in heavy pullers. I still need to look more into this, but I'm wondering if these harnesses are causing my dog discomfort still which is leading him to become unresponsive and stressed on walks.

Thank you for your help! I did like the Walkeez harness's padding and design, and hopefully I'll find a front-clip version! It seems the US is still very limited in their dog products.

[WufWuf]

I've heard great things about these harnesses. You can get different sized sections for "akward" shaped dogs and you can get it with a front D ring. You can also order individual pieces as they wear out rather than replacing the whole harness.

http://dog-games-shop.co.uk/perfect-fit ... og-harness

I've no idea on the U.S shipping rate as it is a U.K company but looking at the map they might be stocked in a few shops in the U.S.

[GoChiBlackhawks]

I actually found this yesterday! Thank you! The harness itself costs around $50. I'm not sure about shipping because I have to find $50 before I can order it
Right now I plan on trying out the Perfect Fit. Once I try it out, I'll post some reviews about it!
Thank you for your help!