dog vest
- Thread starter birddude
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There was a good thread on this last year BD. GH and others helped me, as I had the same experience as you. I have both the Cuga and the Mendota vests. I prefer the Cuga, but will use the Mendota on warmer days, as it doesn't cover the back as the Cuga does.
What I have not been able to find (checked with Gun Dog Supply), is a vest that also covers the front leg where it meets the shoulder; my bruiser yellow lab had two cuts at that location, and the vets told me that is the #1 spot for dog cuts. Curious if other members have found a way to protect this vulnerable location.
What I have not been able to find (checked with Gun Dog Supply), is a vest that also covers the front leg where it meets the shoulder; my bruiser yellow lab had two cuts at that location, and the vets told me that is the #1 spot for dog cuts. Curious if other members have found a way to protect this vulnerable location.
Wind River
Well-known member
There was a vest at one time that had a short neoprene sleeve for that very reason. But have not seen that vest in the last several years. Find a loose fitting long sleeve t-shirt to wear under the vest as long it is cool out. Every vest will need to be modified to fit your dog so it does not create abrasions in the axial areas. Take off occasionally if plant material works it way under vest. A vest could save your dog some nasty lacerations and shorten a trip.
Dakotazeb
Well-known member
I've used these Sylmar dog vests for years. Excellent quality and provides some good protection.
www.gundogsupply.com
ORANGE Sylmar Vest
ORANGE Sylmar Vest. Tough Protection for Heavy Cover Extra Visibility So EVERYONE Can See Your Dog Measure your dog's CHEST GIRTH $47.95. Not recommended for hog hunting. The Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest gives your dog additional chest and body protection with increased visibility at a...
BritChaser
Well-known member
Cabelas vest has held up pretty well
I have a Sylmar vest as well and it has held up great through several seasonsI've used these Sylmar dog vests for years. Excellent quality and provides some good protection.
ORANGE Sylmar Vest
ORANGE Sylmar Vest. Tough Protection for Heavy Cover Extra Visibility So EVERYONE Can See Your Dog Measure your dog's CHEST GIRTH $47.95. Not recommended for hog hunting. The Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest gives your dog additional chest and body protection with increased visibility at a...
Golddog
Member
That’s what I use. I get 3-4 seasons out of one. They look remarkably similar and cost half as much
Dakotazeb
Well-known member
I've also used the Cabela's vest. They are good but not nearly as well made as the Sylmat vest
Golddog
Member
Yes it looks a lot better especially since it’s made in the USA. I’m going to order one
Jake300win
Active member
I have their vest too and no complaints. I bought a browning branded one be careful with it. It tore the inside of my Shorthairs legs apart they were raw for weeks.
birddude
Well-known member
The Browning is what I bought that didn't last long. There's also one on Cabela's sight that looks exactly like the Browning. I'm ordering a Sylmar.
Jake300win
Active member
https://www.cabelas.com/shop/en/cabelas-ripstop-dog-vest?ds_e=GOOGLE&ds_c=Cabelas|Shopping|Smart|CatchAll|General|NAud|High|NMT&gclid=Cj0KCQjwhY-aBhCUARIsALNIC053W6EnP0IYZjgOPtBI7JIlED4dHhTnhjeicTGjx7Zcz9GbuWXLjyMaAlyGEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds this is Cabela's vest I had good luck with.
Let us know if you like the sylmar.
Munster927
Well-known member
I can second (or third?) the Cuga vests.
PairOfLabs
Active member
I've used Mendota Skid Plates, Sylmars, and Cabela's vests with my labs and despite modifications I still have issues sometimes
with front leg-pit abrasions. I often resort back to the skid plate with a cut-off T-shirt underneath. I pick them up at the thrift store for a buck or two on Seniors' Days. Sometimes I get a few days with them, sometimes a few hours. They're not good when it's wet. I've got to figure out a plan for new 7 mo old Tucker before the season starts.
with front leg-pit abrasions. I often resort back to the skid plate with a cut-off T-shirt underneath. I pick them up at the thrift store for a buck or two on Seniors' Days. Sometimes I get a few days with them, sometimes a few hours. They're not good when it's wet. I've got to figure out a plan for new 7 mo old Tucker before the season starts.