Kurgo Enhanced Strength Tru-Fit Crash-Tested Dog Car Harness + Seatbelt Tether (Medium, Black)

If you want one harness that works for both everyday walks and safer car travel, this Kurgo Tru-Fit Enhanced Strength harness is a solid choice. It combines a broad padded chest plate for comfort with all-steel buckles and an included seatbelt tether for car journeys.

Key features

• Dual-use design: Comfortable enough for daily walks, plus built for car restraint when used with the included tether.
• Front and back lead points: Use the front D-ring to help reduce pulling, and the back attachment for everyday walking.
• All-steel hardware: Steel nesting buckles and steel hardware for a more secure feel.
• Seatbelt tether included: Comes with a 10-inch tether with an all-steel carabiner to help reduce driver distraction during travel.
• Padded chest plate: Broad padded chest section designed to spread pressure more comfortably.

Using it in the car

For car travel, Kurgo recommends using the included carabiner tether to connect the harness to your vehicle seat belt system. Keep the tether short enough that your dog can sit and lie down comfortably, but not climb into the front seats.

Size & fit (Medium)

• Neck: 40–63 cm
• Chest: 46–71 cm
• Recommended weight range: 11–23 kg

Measure neck and chest before ordering for the best fit. A snug fit helps the harness sit correctly without rubbing, while still allowing normal breathing and movement.

Care

Machine wash on a gentle cycle or hand wash, then line dry. Let it fully dry before storing, especially after wet winter walks.

Note: "Crash-tested" refers to manufacturer testing methods and does not mean UK legal certification. HappyPawsCo is a retailer of this product.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What does "crash-tested" actually mean?
A: This harness has been tested to FMVSS 213 standards (the same standard used for child car seats). It's designed to help restrain your dog in a crash, but it's not a legal requirement in the UK and doesn't guarantee injury prevention in all scenarios.

Q: Can I use this for everyday walks as well as car travel?
A: Yes. It's designed as a dual-use harness. The front clip helps with pulling during walks, and the back clip works for regular walking. When you're in the car, you attach the included tether to the back D-ring.

Q: What size should I choose?
A: Measure your dog's neck (at the base) and chest (widest part behind front legs). Size Medium fits neck 40-63cm, chest 46-71cm, weight 11-23kg. If your dog is between sizes or has a stocky build, consider sizing up for chest room.

Q: How do I attach it in the car?
A: Put the harness on your dog, then clip the included tether to the back D-ring on the harness. Thread your car's seat belt through the tether's carabiner and buckle it. Keep the tether short enough that your dog can sit/lie down but not reach the front seats.

Q: Is it safer than just using a regular harness in the car?
A: Yes. Regular walking harnesses aren't designed for car restraint. This harness has reinforced stitching, steel hardware, and a padded chest plate designed to distribute force in a crash. It's specifically built for in-car use.

Q: Can I wash it?
A: Yes. Machine wash on a gentle cycle or hand wash, then line dry completely before using again.

Q: Will the tether work with my car?
A: The tether works with any standard seat belt system. Thread your seat belt through the carabiner and buckle it as normal. It doesn't use ISOFIX - it uses your existing seat belt.