Buddy Belts

A Buddy Belt is a harness designed to reduce stress on your pet’s neck.

Buddy Belts are made of leather. Before initial wear, it is highly recommended that you treat your Buddy Belt with a quality water and stain repellent product. If your Buddy Belt gets wet, allow it to dry flat at room temperature. Never put leather in the dryer or near a heat source. For suede Buddy Belts, buff with a soft towel to restore the surface. Try to avoid products with silicone and/or wax as these ingredients tend to break down the natural oils in leather. Apply product initially and every two to three months after with regular wear. Please note that the Buddy Belt is not intended for swimming or other full water play. To clean your Buddy Belt, gently blot liquid stains with a damp cloth. In the event of salt stains from winter wear, wipe with a clean, damp cloth after each wear and dry naturally. Re-treat as necessary.

A Buddy Belt can be worn in the rain. As it is made of leather, it is highly recommended that you treat your Buddy Belt with a quality water and stain repellent product. If your Buddy Belt gets wet, allow it to dry flat at room temperature. Never put leather in the dryer or near a heat source. Refer to question 2, above, for full care instructions.

It is not recommended for your dog to wear the Buddy Belt while swimming. Getting the harness wet will not affect the function of your harness, but it may damage the leather and cause the hardware to rust (especially if worn in salt water). If your Buddy Belt gets wet, allow it to dry flat at room temperature. Never put leather in the dryer or near a heat source. Refer to question 2, above, for full care instructions.

Yes. Buddy Belt continues to be tried and tested in the field. Both animal chiropractors and veterinarians have been endorsing the use of a Buddy Belt.

First of all it’s important to remember that all dogs are unique and some may be more sensitive and need more time to adjust to their new Buddy Belt. In very rare instances a dog may experience sensitivity around the front armpit areas. As with a new pair of leather shoes, there may be some discomfort before the Buddy Belt is broken in. It is important to monitor your dog’s behavior when first wearing their Buddy Belt. Observe how they walk as well as inspect their underarm area after initial periods of wear. Extra soft removable Buddy Belt liners are recommended for sensitive dogs or simply as added comfort until the Buddy Belt softens and customizes it’s shape to fit your dog.