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Continue ShoppingUnfortunately, we are having to mark more products out of stock online due to not getting hardware and goods in on time. We know everyone is aware of these times and difficulties we all are facing. These variants will be put back up as soon as we have the hardware to fulfill your orders. They aren’t gone forever!
Currently we have stock on the following snaps: Frog Snaps, small dog brass, medium brass, and large brass. Within the next two weeks we will have a new stainless steel option (black will still be available) being released and brass will be discontinued so grab a leash with one while we still have it!
Thank you for shopping with us and your patience during this time.
Defender Harness
Our Defender Harness, which is an exclusive K9 Tactical Gear design, has been our top selling harness for years. This harness was created to be a minimal and effective approach to be your go-to harness without impeding mobility or comfort. It is manufactured to withstand years of use from daily wear, long hikes, police patrol work, military applications, and all types of working dog training. The harness comes standard with a rigid and functional handle, loop attachment (velcro) for personalization on each side of the neck, two leash attachment points, and a padded front chest piece for extra comfort.
The use of our 1.75” rigid Mil-Spec webbing is one of the multiple specs that set this harness apart from the others. We believe this is the perfect firmness and width for both strength and comfort. A minimal profile harness with this material allows your canine to stay cool in tempermental climates and withstand any challenging working conditions you might find yourself in. K9 Tactical Gear only uses the highest quality hardware on the market. The AustriAlpin buckle is constructed of aluminum to be lightweight with a high tensile break strength. You will find two forged V-rings, front and rear, for control exactly where you want it. The harness is constructed with a high strength bar-tac stitch pattern commonly used in skydiving and rock-climbing equipment.
Like all front yoke designed harnesses with a single buckle, this requires you to lift one of your dogs front legs through the girth strap for a correct wear and secure fit.
The Defender Harness has different accessories you can attach at any point. The detachable mesh is one of the most popular accessories. This product allows for even more personalization of patches, ID cards, or plain mesh. You can read more about this accessory on the Attachable Mesh Product.
Like all front yoke designed harnesses with a single buckle, this requires you to lift one of your dogs front legs through the girth strap for a correct wear and secure fit.
If your dog is sensitive to legs being picked up while putting on a harness, take a look at our Double Buckle Defender Harness.
*As of 11/24/21 the top handle as been slightly modified to be 1" longer, this will allow the girth strap to be back an additional inch. This does not effect size measurements.
Defender Neck: approximate 6"
To purchase an ID Panel for your harness, click here!
Options of Mesh Backing:
This product is designed to fit medium-sized and large-sized breeds. this collar is available in the following sizes
The neck should not be fully expanded. It needs at least 3" of hook and loop to be in contact with each other.
Please measure your pet or working dog's girth with a soft measuring tape (or piece of string- then lay against a tape measure) to get the most accurate measurement. Our harness measurements are listed above in inches.
What’s the purpose for two V-Rings?
The option for two attachment points allows for standard lead attachment on the forward v-ring for routine use and specialized lead attachment to the rear v-ring in tracking and agitation use.
Is the mesh removable?
Yes, the harness comes standard with loop attachment on the inside of the harness webbing for mesh attachment.
Is the mesh included?
This harness does not come with mesh. You can see our Defender Harness Mesh options here.
Is this only designed for working use?
No, this harness can be used for canines of almost any size and activity level.
Production lead time:
This item is made to order and hand crafted in our shop in Rocklin, CA. This product follows our current lead time, please see our front page for the most accurate time frame.
If you would like to make a change to your order, send an email to support@k9tacticalgear.com.
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Please see our returns and exchanges page for more information regarding returns on this specific item.
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