How to Fit the Manifesto and Fritz Air Mesh Harness

Quick answer

Fit the Manifesto or Fritz harness by measuring your dog’s neck and girth, setting both adjustment points to those measurements, and tightening until you can slide two fingers under each strap—then lock the buckle and test for slip-out before every walk.

Step-by-step fit process

1. Measure neck and girth: Use a soft tape to measure the widest part of your dog’s neck and the deepest part of the chest behind the front legs. Write both numbers down. Common mistake: measuring over a thick coat or sweater—measure bare fur or add only a finger’s width for clothing. Compare both measurements to the size chart before adjusting any straps.
2. Loosen both adjustment points: Open the neck and girth straps fully before putting the harness on. This makes it easier to slide over the head and prevents you from forcing a tight opening. Checkpoint: the harness should slip on without pulling ears or fur.
3. Set the girth first: With the harness on, adjust the girth strap so it sits behind the front legs and across the chest. Tighten until you can slide two fingers under the strap, then stop. Common mistake: overtightening the girth—it should not dig into the armpits or restrict breathing. The girth carries most of the pull, so it should be the snugger of the two adjustments.
4. Adjust the neck opening: Tighten the neck strap until it sits high on the chest and you can still fit two fingers underneath. The neck opening should be snug enough that the harness does not slide down when your dog lowers their head. Checkpoint: the D-ring should rest near the top of the shoulder blades, not on the neck.
5. Lock and test the buckle: Close the buckle and press until you hear or feel all locking points engage. On the Fritz, confirm all four points of the 4-point locking system are closed. Tug gently on the D-ring to check the buckle stays shut. Common mistake: leaving one side of the buckle unclicked. If the buckle pops open under a gentle tug, do not use the harness until it is fully locked.
6. Do a slip-out test: With your dog standing, gently pull backward on the harness near the D-ring. The harness should stay in place without sliding over the shoulders. If it slips, tighten the girth one more notch and retest. Checkpoint: your dog should not be able to back out of the harness when you apply light pressure.
7. Recheck after five minutes: Walk your dog for five minutes, then recheck both straps with the two-finger rule. Mesh can settle as your dog moves, so a fit that felt right at home may need a small adjustment. Common mistake: skipping this step and discovering a loose harness mid-walk. Make the five-minute recheck a habit for the first few wears of any new harness.

Product facts

• Fritz | Adjustable Air Mesh Harness: The Fritz Adjustable Air Mesh Harness has a buckle with a 4-point locking system. That extra lock helps prevent accidental unclipping during walks, but only if you press all four points closed.

  

• Manifesto | Adjustable Air Mesh Harness: The Manifesto Adjustable Air Mesh Harness is part of the Lords of Zee.Town collection and has a strong, sturdy buckle. The buckle is built for daily use, so check it for debris or fur before each walk to keep it closing securely.