Doxie Gang harness — size 2 fit guide

Doxie Gang Harnesses

Purple / XS
$39.99
Sale price  $39.99 Regular price  $49.99
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Doxie Gang harness — size 2 fit guide
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Doxie Gang Harnesses

$39.99
Sale price  $39.99 Regular price  $49.99
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why it matters

Regular harnesses put dachshunds
at risk

Dachshunds are genetically prone to IVDD — a spinal condition affecting up to 1 in 4. Most harnesses weren't designed with their long backs in mind.

Regular harness

Built for average dogs

  • Pressure distributed across the spine
  • Allows sudden jerking on the lead
  • Chest strap sits on delicate vertebrae
  • No support for elongated torso

Doxie Gang Harness

Built for long backs

  • Load distributed across chest & sternum
  • Padded body bridge reduces torso flex
  • Strap geometry avoids the T1–T3 zone
  • Soft neoprene minimises skin friction

by the numbers

25% of dachshunds develop a spinal issue in their lifetime
3× wider chest pad vs standard harness designs
5 adjustment points for a secure, custom fit

what you get

Every detail designed
for the sausage dog

Spine-bridge padding

A firm mid-section pad prevents the torso from flexing inward when your dog pulls.

Sternum-first load path

Redirects tension away from the spine and onto the strongest part of the chest.

5-point adjustable fit

Dachshunds vary a lot — cinch straps at the neck, chest, and belly give a snug seal.

Soft-touch neoprene

Reduces rubbing on the armpits — a common hotspot for long-bodied dogs.

Vet-informed design

The harness geometry was developed with guidance from canine physiotherapy principles, ensuring the back straps avoid the T1–T3 vertebral zone most commonly affected in IVDD cases.

from doxie parents

They're obsessed.
Their dogs are too.

★★★★★

"My vet recommended we switch from a collar after Bruno's IVDD scare. This harness has been a total game changer."

Sarah M. — verified buyer
★★★★★

"The padding is substantial and the fit took seconds to dial in. Waffles actually seems more comfortable on walks now."

Tom K. — verified buyer

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  • 5 stars: 71 (79%)
  • 4 stars: 7 (8%)
  • 3 stars: 5 (6%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 7 (8%)
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catherine taylor

Have been using for about a week, for our corgi. The fit is perfect, it seems more comfortable for him, he used to bite the leash if he pulled and it was on front, if we put on top on his old harness he would just bounce on his back legs. With the doxie harness he hasn’t done this, and seems more comfortable.

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HAILEY KING

After trying about 10 different harness brands and styles, this one fits my mini dachshund PERFECT. He’s between small and medium in many standard harnesses but this one is adjustable and fits his long frame just right. I appreciate the lower leash attachment point too as my boy is a puller and this reduces the strain on his neck and back.

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Holly Ringrose

I really like these but they run a bit big. I followed the measurements guild and my dog was at the highest measurements of a size small.
The harness fits them but I had to tighten it all the way.

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John Grogan

Top quality and fit lovely. The hey live them

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Marc Harrison

I ordered an xs and it was too tight in her chest. I then ordered a small and I can’t quite get it to fit snug. I guess my dog is an in-be-tweenie!

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Dale R Kroke

Medium ended up being too large even after measuring but they sent a small replacement with no hassle!

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Linda Lee

Based on all the reviews, I was looking forward to receiving the harness and I wasn’t disapointed. The harness fit perfectly and was easily adjustable. Love and colour and Cooper is much happier. Great sturdy material. Would definitely recommend buying. It takes a while to arrive but worth the wait.

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Denise Power

I love the two harnesses I bought, both of my dogs have recovered from IVDD and I wish that I had come across these before now as I’ve always used a collar. I had looked into buying harnesses before but none of what I looked at were as well padded as these, there appears to be no strain on the neck or back as in the past with collars. Walking the dogs is more enjoyable for me and the dogs appear to be less stressed. I highly recommend.

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Emily Parker

I have always used a regular harness for my little sausage and didn't realise until using this one how important it is to have a harness specifically designed to fit a dachshund's body! It cradles her chest perfectly, is the appropriate length down her back, is very padded and well made, and doesn't slip to the side the way the other harnesses I've used did, probably because this one fits her body shape perfectly. I was a little skeptical when the package arrived in one of those unlabelled grey bags without any leaflet of any sort about the company or the product (something you usually see with a branded company / premium product) but it really is a great choice and I feel better knowing I have taken an extra step to help prevent any spinal issues.

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Kandace Maggio

I loved it, it looks super comfortable, what I didn't like is that the eyelet for attaching the strap is a bit small, the rest is perfect, the color is very nice.

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Kandace Maggio

I loved it, it looks super comfortable, what I didn't like is that the eyelet for attaching the strap is a bit small, the rest is perfect, the color is very nice.

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Andrea Whittingham

Very good.

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Chris Stehbens

They fit very well and allow free movement of the legs

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Lynne Brewer

Really happy with Harnesses, I ordered 2 they both fit nicely but did wonder if the smaller one would've been better x
I would recommend Doxie Gang x

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Carolanne Hogg

The harnesses are a really good fit for my dachshunds , I’m going to order two more in a xs , I’m hoping the offer for two will come on again
I do recommend these harnesses , very supportive and good quality.

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Joel Johnson

I ordered mine on August 21st. It is not here yet!!

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Gillian Richards

Lovely colour and comfortable

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Anonymous

4th harness i have bought, he loves it and happily wears it. No more tugging

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Anne Burns

I have tried multiple harnesses on my Doxie and this one is by far the best. He is very reactive to other dogs which makes it very challenging when you walk in a busy dog area. He seems to walk best on this harness and I have better control of him when he does want to react. Love this and would recommend to anyone with a Doxie.

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Cynthia Santos

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Olwen Barnes

Looks comfortable with clasps to rear straps. Do not like the fact no clasps on front stra ps so has to be placed over head to get t on, uncomfortable ble to get off if fits securely.

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Stephen Pearson-Ward

The harness seems very good but customer service was very poor. I emailed them twice & had no response to either. Very poor when you have placed an order for almost £100 & the can’t be bothered to get back to you.

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Judith Johnston

I thought it was a bit heavy for a 10 pound dachshund. Lighter materials could have been used.

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Craig Cook

Fits well and he seems happy in it. Well made and is worn every day

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Debbie Hitchings

For the first time ever our Sausage went for a walk without any rubbing on her armpits and no pull on her chest.
Well done this us a awesome product and lovely colour.

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Stuart Snow

Expensive, Poor fit, even using the scale & adjustments. Email to return & get a refund. Havent heard back. Much better made to fit options on Etsy

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Nancy Darling

The material is so soft, seems to fit her well. Finally a harness made for her body and very easy to put on.