Dog vest for retriever around 65lbs.

[Bob Peters]

I bought a dog vest for Skye 5 years ago. She wore it a few weekends but it rubbed raw spots on her armpits, so that was the end of the cabelas cheap-o. Any suggestions for either a vest or skip plate that won't chaff puppy?

P.S. not needed for warmth, she never gets cold while upland hunting.

 

[wingsnfins]

The last one I used that I got the best non-chaff on was the Browning dog vest, the model with the 3 velcro straps. I really, really liked the skid plate and chest protector on it. The area that came in contact with the armpits was neoprene. But just to make sure I didn't have issues, I coated my dog's armpits with Musher's Secret as well as the neoprene.
I got 2 seasons out of it before the velcro was trashed, but for $30, it was worth it. The skidplate/chest protector took 3 direct hits from barbwire and held up.....it cut the skidplate material, but not through.....a little rubber cement on the cuts and good to go.

 

[Dakotazeb]

Sylmar dog vest from Gun Dog Supply.

 

[Honeybun0196]

Check out the Rekoile outdoors. I’ve got one for my springer. They have a good bit of adjustments for a decent fit.

 

[Mosby]

I use the Scheels vests for my dogs.

 

[gock5]

I've been happy with Cuga for my 7 yr old YLF (2 seasons so far), and just got one for my 9 mo old YLF.