Ruffwear Switchbak Dog Harness

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2024-10-29T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Backpack for my Dog!

Love it! Now my dog can carry her own water, snacks and foldable dish. I also really like the well thought out design- clips and straps are tucked away in their own pockets. - no worry about getting caught on branches, etc.

Meg W.

2024-10-28T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

The best dog harness

I bought two of these for each of my dogs and they are the best harnesses to ever exist! They look comfortable on the dogs and the pockets are a life saver. I can keep so many things in them - poop bags, lights, water.

Shanna

2024-10-28T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

BooBoo

I think it's the best harness ever

Lori B.

2024-10-27T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Purchase!

I'm glad I finally got around to purchasing this! It fits great on my greyhound - she doesn't appear to be pinched or restricted in her movement. The side pockets are a good size and will easily carry her poop bags when we're at a park. It was a bit tricky to get it fitted (I need to review the video for that), but putting it on and getting the buckles snapped in is cake. The quality is fantastic, too.

Amy B.

2024-10-27T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great hiking harness

This is perfect for our 30 pound dog. The pouches aren't big, bulky, or baggie. They are quite tight, but enough to hold his poo bags and some treats. The longer sides keep the prickly brush off him, and the way it fastens makes him unable to slip out of his harness when giving him an assist lift over boulders.

Jane R.

2024-10-26T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great lightweight harness with pockets

Always wanted my dog to carry his own poop on our hikes/trailruns. This is perfect for that. fits well, has two large pockets with plenty of room for his small trail water bowl, a roll of poop bags and with an extra more sturdy bag to avoid breakage, can keep his poop. Fits a leash as we often are on off leash terrain. Dog seems happy with it although prob hotter in the summer but when it's cool, it's a bit extra warmth. The red makes him easy to find on the trails! Good quality, secure attachments, easy to adjust and get it on him. Bought it on sale which is even better!

Mengjing H.

2024-10-22T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing!

I love this harness for both my husky and my Chesapeake Bay Retriever! It allows us them to carry their own water bladders, treats and poop bags on journeys. The handle is amazing for helping assist them (or in the case of my husky just helping to pick her up when she decides she's done for a bit).

Nalani P.

2024-10-18T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent

This switchback harness replaces the same one which has been on many many adventures and is starting, finally, to look a bit sad. This time, we chose the very classy gray color. The L/XL fits our Great Pyrenees (125 lbs) very well, and lets us be more confident when walking with her. Thanks, everyone!

Beverly B.

2024-10-15T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect

This is my second one. I love these. Just enough room for the day. Fit is great.

Dena L.

2024-10-14T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Quality, Very Breathable

Fits great, excellent storage pouches for small articles like waste bags or a collapsible bowl. Our dog easily overheats and she had no issues on our first hike with her new harness. The handle comes in handy when passing other dogs or for a lift up a steep trail section

LUCIUS R.

2024-10-09T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great backpack

Easy to put on pup with multiple snaps. The pockets are pretty small so she won't be able to carry much but for an XS, that's probably best. For our bigger dogs, they like being part of the crew and carrying more weight so they have other Ruffwear backpacks for hiking with more space.

Stephanie M.

2024-10-07T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great harness!

Love this harness; the fit is just a good as our other ruffwear harnesses, and it allows my dog to carry a few essentials like poop bags and treats. Nice, clean aesthetic!

Jennifer L.

2024-10-06T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Love it

Me and my pup love this harness, so many adventures await! Thank you! Jeff and Wyatt

Jeffrey S.

2024-10-02T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Convenient and sturdy

I love the convenient pockets that can carry water, treats, and my keys, and the design prevents my puppy from being able to squirm or back out of the harness. My pup seems to be more mission-oriented during her walks and more tired afterwards.

Lauren S.

2024-10-01T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

It's Walk Time

At first our Goldendoodle was timid about putting on her harness; however, she now knows that the harness represents a walk, a ride or a hike. This is the second harness we have purchased for our two pups. The first one was bought years ago and the workmanship and quality of these products is fantastic. I highly recommend these harnesses.

Janet F.

2024-09-30T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Hiking Harness

I was looking for a harness that had pockets for my dog for longer hikes to carry a bit of food and collapsible water bowls without it being bulky or heavy. My 30lb dog does not look disproportionate while wearing it and does not seem to be hotter either (perk for the hot summer months when I do most of my hiking). It seems comfortable and fits well using the size chart. The material feels extremely high quality so I am expecting it to last a while even with the strenuous use it will get.

Jessica F.

2024-09-30T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Switchbak

Great harness.

Barkley E.

2024-09-27T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

So far so good

So far so good. Fits well, no issues yet. Haven't taken out for a test yet though.

Joe D.

2024-09-26T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Harness

I wanted a dog backpack with the front place to click the leash and this is a great little combo.

Jackie L.

2024-09-26T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect harness

We really like having a handle and an extra strap to keep our dog from backing out of the harness. The pockets are nice too for carrying essentials.

Rani J.

2024-09-23T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great harness

Excellent and great quality!!

Alina A.

2024-09-22T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great, compact pack

I had gotten the previous version of this pack for my first dog a couple years back, and loved it. So now that the pack has grown, got the updated version for my other dog. I love the slim style of this pack. We took it out hiking this weekend and it stayed in place and held a small .6L water pouch from the older pack well. I think my only complaint is that this pack does not come with the water pouches and the .6L pouch is being discontinued. Would be great to still have a fitting pouch for this pack, but the pack itself is everything we wanted!

Jessica M.

2024-09-22T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very nice

Shipping was quick and easy. She enjoys her new harness

Andrew S.

2024-09-19T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Finn tested, Finn approved

My dog Finn absolutely loves this. It's light weight and he can carry his own stuff while hiking! It carries collapsible dog bowls, treats, back up leash, poop bags and even a small water bottle! Perfect for hiking and taking day trips.

Ryann H.

2024-09-17T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Love it

The bags fit so well! And have plenty of space to nice out and about harnesses.

Jessica J.

2024-09-16T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great product

It is a great product and fits so well.

Dana F.

2024-09-15T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Stylish and functional

Nice harness - I was impressed with the quality when it arrived. I was looking for a hiking harness but didn't like how bulky some of the other designs looked. The pockets in this one are smaller but still very functional. I was able to fit a regular sized water bottle on each side

V

2024-09-13T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great harness

I quite like this harness. It's well built and the pockets are very sizeable.

Alex B.

2024-09-11T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great quality and fit

Great hybrid between harness and pack!

Megan M.

2024-09-10T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Fantastic harness!!!!

This harness is making a huge difference when I walk my Australian Shepherd! She loves it because it's so comfortable on her and she can carry her own bags. It also allows me to grab the handle when she gets scared and flips around. Overall, I'd definitely buy another one!

Maria E.

Ruffwear Switchbak Dog Harness Specifications

  • Material

    Shell: 300 denier polyester ripstop (bluesign approved)
    Padding: Closed-cell foam
    Lining: Polyester knit mesh
    Webbing: 100% Polyester

  • Zipper

    Reverse coil YKK #5

  • Chest Leash Connection

    Engineered nylon webbing (bluesign approved)

  • Buckles

    ITW Nexus Mach 1 buckles

  • Back Leash Connection

    Anodized 6061-T6 aluminum V-ring

  • Care

    Hand wash
    Mild detergent
    Air dry

  • Size

    X-Small: 17-22" (43-56cm)
    Small: 22-27" (56-69cm)
    Medium: 27-32" (69-81cm)
    Large/X-Large: 32-42" (81-107cm)

  • UPC Code

    748960578299

RuffWear Dog Harness Size Chart
  XS S M L/XL
Girth (in) 17-22 22-27 27-32 32-42
Capacity (L) 1.7 3 4.3 7.5

About Ruffwear Switchbak Dog Harness

FEATURED REVIEWS

First impressions are good!

By Taryn

We have to try it out on the trail still, but our first impressions are good!! It?s super easy to put on and adjust and the pouches each fit the small water bladder that Ruffwear sells (harness size S). So glad they came out with a front hook harness!

Everyday harness + a little storage

By Jackson

After around 6 months use this has become my everyday harness for things like a quick walk at the park after work or for hanging out at breweries and restaurant patios. I prefer to always have a handle and this one is plenty sturdy. My pup, Otis, weighs about 55lbs and being able to easily pick him up is invaluable. The pockets are small. This harness is less akin to a backpack and more like a fanny pack. I keep one of the 0.6L water bottles on one side and just that takes up a whole pocket. ...

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The Switchbak Harness has the padded comfort of an everyday harness with the bonus functionality of carrying small essentials. The two low-profile zippered pockets have room to stash those day-to-day necessities like pick-up bags, a leash, or some treats.

It features two leash attachment options: a V-ring centered on the back and a reinforced webbing loop at the chest, great for redirecting dogs that pull on leash. Dial in the right fit with high adjustability and a padded belly strap - critical for stable gear carry and when giving a little boost with the low-profile handle. All in all, the Switchbak melds comfort and convenience into a performance harness ready for both town and trail.

Key Features

All-Day Comfort
Foam-padded construction for comfortable extended wear.

Zippered Pockets
Two low-profile zippered pockets for carrying small essentials.

Two Leash Attachment Points
Aluminum V-ring on back and reinforced webbing loop on chest.

Ruffwear Switchbak Dog Harness Features

  • Foam-padded construction for comfortable extended wear
  • Padded belly strap adds stability when carrying weight; stows when not in use
  • Five points of adjustment for an optimal fit
  • Two leash attachment points: aluminum V-ring on back and reinforced webbing loop on chest
  • Two low-profile, zippered pockets for small essentials
  • Low-profile padded handle for controlled and comfortable lift and assist
  • Tonal reflective accents for visibility in low-light conditions and light loop for attaching The Beacon
  • Made in Vietnam

Warranty Information

This product has a limited lifetime warranty.

Key Features

  • Foam-padded construction for comfortable extended wear
  • Padded belly strap adds stability when carrying weight; stows when not in use
  • Five points of adjustment for an optimal fit
  • Two leash attachment points: aluminum V-ring on back and reinforced webbing loop on chest

What's in the box:

  • Switchbak Dog Harness
  • MFG Lifetime Limited Warranty