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@bearpawz_

3 жыл бұрын

Great video and info! "Kitty holster" is such a funny name.. 😹

@user-rp1uk2zl5z

3 жыл бұрын

💗💗💗💗

@sheeltushar798

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Malary I love your earrings sweetie💖

@estieramie

3 жыл бұрын

Can these harnesses be used with a 3 pound kitten? Or do you have any kitten harness recommendations?

@MsRizz100

Жыл бұрын

Are the Velcro harnesses safe? Like can the kitties undo the Velcro??😅💗

Wessie is a natural as a "cat model." Such a handsome boy!😻🐾💯

@WeissLiebe

3 жыл бұрын

He's totally a natural!!! 😍😍😍

Your cat is a rock of serenity for sitting so still.

@AllAboutCatsYT

Жыл бұрын

He is a rock of serenity indeed!

What I really need to know is how to train my two cats to walk in the SAME direction at the SAME time

@misscaracal

3 жыл бұрын

I have the same problem so for safety, I walk them separately but I have a cat stroller to take them at the same time.

@juliaweber212

2 жыл бұрын

@@misscaracal good idea a stroller very clever

@i.8885

Жыл бұрын

You can't🤣 maybe get a second person to walk the second cat or keep one of a backpack/carrier and walk the other and vice versa

I am so sad that I have never had a client ask me to walk their cat. I've been a pet sitter for over 5 years and I figured it would have happened by now lol Wessie looks adorable as usual. Thanks for another great video Mallory!

@asiaspyro

3 жыл бұрын

i basically never go on vacation but ive thought about this before because i try to walk my cat often. I would assume most sitters are unsure about it? Ive worked as a sitter/dog boarder at a corporate place for 2 years but i dunno how others feel lol

@Kthx881

3 жыл бұрын

I would love to walk my cats but I’ve never been able to get them in a harness

@samsutton5284

3 жыл бұрын

I feel like most of us who have trained our cats to be comfortable with regular walks take our cats with us when we travel. My cats also rely on me as a huge source of comfort and security when we go on walks so I would be nervous to have a stranger take them outside. I think it would take a very specific cat for this to be a likely scenario

@juliaweber212

2 жыл бұрын

They should it’s such a wonderful idea

1. My main concern is what happens when a dog suddenly appears and chases your cat. Any harness will work with a calm cat, but I have never found a harness that will work if the cat *really* wants to get out of it. 2. I worry about any harness that depends on a loop around the throat. It seems to me that it is far safer, for the cat, to depend on a strap that puts pressure across the breastbone *instead* of the throat. 3. If a cat wants to escape, they will *back* out of the harness. I've never seen a design that will prevent this.

@Americanmade71580

2 жыл бұрын

That’s always my issue is them backing out

@klkarenalc

Жыл бұрын

I got one like that but my cat is quite good at scraping and we live near the principal road and a really transited area so I prefer that he doesn’t scape. I go out with him at night or in the early morning and normally there aren’t any dogs around

@Qu1t._.s0rry

Жыл бұрын

Hey I know it's been a year but for me I always keep a cat bag with me so when a dog appears the cat can go in the bag and out of reach

@Applebottompenis

Жыл бұрын

The product you are looking for does not exist.... What you need is TRAINING to fix these problems, and to NOT be forcing a shy cat into unsafe situations. Have you ever walked a dog that was fearfully reactive? You'll find that it's quite difficult to keep them on a leash when they're in flight mode, too. The reason dogs do not escape collars is not because the collar is secure, it's because the animal has been CONDITIONED to be comfortable with those stimuli, and TRAINED how to react safely and healthily. Instead of simply accepting your cat's total lack of socialization, RESEARCH training & socialization until you can either FIX IT and make your cat happier -- OR recognize situations that aren't appropriate/safe for your cat! TRAIN your cat not to back out of the harness by rewarding them for pulling FORWARD. TEACH your cat that the world is safe by socializing & training them when they're young -- NOT at 8 years old when you decide you want your shy untrained kitty to go to the park with you!

@Applebottompenis

Жыл бұрын

The product you are looking for does not exist.... What you need is TRAINING to fix the problems! Oh, and training your cat might help, too... Have you ever walked a dog that was fearfully reactive? You'll find that it's quite difficult to keep them on a leash when they're in flight mode, too. The reason dogs do not escape collars is not because the collar is maximum security restraint device, it's because the animal has been CONDITIONED to be comfortable with the world around them, and TRAINED how to react safely and healthily to what little fear and discomfort they experience. TRAIN your cat not to back out of the harness by rewarding them for pulling FORWARD. PREVENT tragedy by using common sense when choosing where & when to walk your cat. BE AWARE of your surroundings on walks, and WATCH your cat! TEACH your cat that the world is safe by socializing & training them when they're young, OR by going very slowly with adults. ACCEPT that some adult cats will NEVER be safe to walk on-leash. Don't try to force a shy, frightened cat to magically develop an outgoing personality.

Omg I was just thinking of buying a harness for my new kitty. This video could not have been better timed 😂

The first two options seem to be the best. I drive semis and occasionally take my cat with me. No child-proof locks on these trucks and my cat jumping the harness and rolling down a window is an all-too-real nightmare. Current harness is some random, tacticool harness that's meant for a chihuahua. He slips out of this easily.

@martinac5029

Жыл бұрын

😂😂

I used to walk my cats back in the day. The leash was not secure at all. It’s good to see new products as I’m getting new kittens soon :)

All these cats look even more sophisticated with a harness on

Great video! Your reviews are always so thorough and helpful!

So excited for this video! Thank you for posting! Definitely wanting to get out there this summer with my kitty :)

Great review! I've been looking for a harness and this was perfect timing. Thanks for the outdoor shots and opinions! :)

I love how straightforward you are! Thanks for such useful cat content 🐱

your videos are all so useful 😭thank you!!!!

amazing, thorough video as always. Thank you so much

Finally! Thank you.

Yay you did the cat harness video!

Thank you. This video was exactly what hat I needed!

Thank you! Can't wait to see what'll be tested next.

I use a Met Pet walking jacket for my Maine Coon/Norwegian Forest mix. He doesn't like anything that covers his chest so we found it after trying several options. They have 2 sizes and they're only $20 each.

I take my cat hiking often and I actually recommend the rc pets moto harness. It's much better designed than the car version! Also the butterfly style harnesses feel more restrictive and cats may not like it if they are not used to it.

@namonox

Жыл бұрын

is this the moto harness for dogs? I assume you meant cat not car.

@Dianimations_

Жыл бұрын

@@namonox Oh thanks I was confused

Yay, i was just thinking of these

This was very informative. Thank YOU.

Thank you so much for this invaluable information! I've been researching cat harnesses and you helped make my decision much easier. The last harness I tried was not secure enough but I know which one I'd like now. ♥

You're looking extra colourful today! Thanks for another video, Mallory!

New cat owner, stumbled upon your channel and grateful I did! Keep up the good work!

Thank you for answering my questions in your video in the first 3 or 4 minutes and the fact you tried these too

Thanks for this! I tried a harness for my kitty a few years ago but the options were limited then. Time to try again! I know she'd love the ability to be outside safely. 😻💕

You’re so easy to watch. Such a welcoming voice. I’ve been searching for a harness, was so glad to come across this video.

YES! This was the perfect video to pop up for my 17 yr old adventure cat! Great video - thanks so much!

Thank you very much for your video I'll definitely pick from one of these brands

Our cat is a Houdini and was able to get out of every harness I found. The one I found that takes a little longer to get because it's made with your cats measurements is Hyendry. I got the one with both Velcro and clips. But I would like to get another one to use when one is in the wash

@gh00stie62

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment, my cat is the same. I will check it out!

I'm surprised you didn't test the SUPAKIT. To me that is THE best cat harness in the world (I travel with my cat and walk him on a least, and he's a Norwegian i.e. super strong and would get out of most harnesses by himself )

@alfigliolia5264

2 жыл бұрын

😂supra

@msanterre

Жыл бұрын

Honestly looks like a terrible harness. It's not a good cut, and it looks like it only comes in leather? Fabric is much better since it's flexible like your cat, and leather will rip away the fur. It looks like a good fashion harness, but it's not at all practical.

What a cute cat & great fur mama good job & thanks for the advice!! I will be buying the first harness for my cat!

This was a super helpful video. Recently moved from a rural areas where my cats were indoor/outdoor to suburbia where I need to have them on a harness/lease to stay safe. About to buy a sleepypod harness for one of my kitties who can't seem to get comfortable in a harness, and also escaped from an 8-shaped one. My other adventure kitty already uses the RC harness and he has done really well in it. He tried leaping away it a couple times, and it held him well.

Honestly that first harness made it look like the cat was rockin one of those mid evil bulletproof vests made from chains, back in the day lol

@AllAboutCatsYT

3 жыл бұрын

You're right! A chain mail cat harness would be very cool, indeed.

Ooooh that sleepypod harness looks amazing. My kitten is still too small for their smallest size so I’ll have to hold off on buying it but that one looks like it’s got the best shape for security

Hi, Thank you for the info.

Thanks for all that you do!! You make great videos and they are very informative!! Keep it up!! You are doing a great job!!

@AllAboutCatsYT

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support, Lyndel. Much appreciated! :)

Great video

Well done video.

Hi There😊 I actually have the last one you showed. I'm still getting my Little Mimi use too it. I watch your videos all the time. I enjoy learning new things about cat's too be the best Mom I can be for my little girl 😺 She means the world to me 💓 Keep up the awesome videos okay 😊

Wessie: "Do I REALLY have to do this?"

@petstrailer4621

3 жыл бұрын

🙄

This was so helpful! I didn't even realize a couple of these existed and since we live close to busy roads the Kitty Holster might end up being the one! Although I love the martingale aspect of the Sleepy Pod....

I bought a Trixie Premium H-Harness with Leash for my cat (she was 7 years old when I started using a harness on her) which is pretty similar to the PetSafe Come With Me Kitty and even if I also thought that she might get out of it, she hasn't managed to do it and it's so lightweight that often we get home and she gets asleep with it. I'd recommend it if you're trying to teach an old cat as putting it on and taking it off might be less hard for them than using a big vest. Thanks again for the video, love watching these :)

Thank you. Just ordered the sleepypod harness.

@AllAboutCatsYT

Жыл бұрын

Good choice. I hope it works for you and your cat!

Thanks so much. I ordered the Sleepypod Martingale.

@AllAboutCatsYT

2 жыл бұрын

Hope you like it!

I just got a cat and have been binge watching your videos. I have to say... your channel is AMAZING. Informative, very organized, fantastic pace, and interesting content. I LOVE that you split the video into sections. I thumbs up every video and have subscribed because your channel really deserves it :)

I love how easily you're able to get the harness on your cat, I'm not so lucky. I struggle and wind up with scratches and bites because my little girl is not tolerating any harness.

Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video! I'm making a move by car from Dallas Texas to Spokane Washington with my 5 cats soon and i've been hoping to find information on the best harness for my lot. Their ages range from 15 months, 2yrs, 4yrs and 18 yrs. i want them to be safe and comfortable on our journey. A video on road trips with cats someday would be great too!

@lorencarver9531

2 ай бұрын

How do you like Spokane? I live here in the valley.

every day is caturday

thank you soooo much!

I Think that a lot of people in this comment section,didnt took the (looong)time,to harness train their cats. You could train with them inside till your cat is totally comfortable with the harness.And,when the time comes to go outside,introduce them slowly to outside noises and smells. Me personally,would never walk them beside streets or cars. Just in the green. This is just something to maybe consider. I am not trying to school you or tell you what to do. But because i am autistic,i can imagine how it may be for the cat to be just put outside in a restrictive thing where you see and smell everyhing and you cant process it. I would try to run away too 😅🍀

Nice. Thank you! God bless.

Loved the quality of your video and how you explained things succinctly. It would be interesting if you could share some insights from your experience working in the industry back in 2013. Like additional things you learnt about the journey of creating and designing a harness. Do they create prototypes and then gradually adjust them towards the final product? Are there reasons why other materials and safety features not considered towards the harness? Thanks

I actually ordered sleepypod harnesses for both of my cats the other day! I figured they’d have one of the best harnesses since they have one of the best carriers, it’s nice to know I made the right choice!

@juliaweber212

2 жыл бұрын

I agree

@hachijuhachip

8 ай бұрын

howd it turn out?

YOU ARE AWESOME ❤ NO BS!!!!

Thank you ❤️❤️❤️

YAYYYYY the cat harness video!! I'm not sure if I'll jump into walking my cat outside right away but I want to help him be comfortable in a harness to go on my balcony and for other things just in case. this is super helpful!

@rislachius

3 жыл бұрын

PS I was looking at the All About Cats article on harnesses a while ago and it was super helpful too. I was considering the Kitty Holster. but good thing I waited so I can see Wessie demonstrate them :)

Thank you for this video! I'll train a cat for my brother in a few months (He needs a cat that actually supports him instead of performing surgery on his arms when he's sad :') and I'm already taking notes on what to get for the cat so they'll be comfortable :3

I adopted a rescue in February I take Bebes for a walk twice a day, but I'm always nervous she'll get away. But watching these videos and greatly appreciated it

That jungle pouch swing though

@AllAboutCatsYT

3 жыл бұрын

Jungle pouch! Love it. Thanks for stopping by.

I love RC Pet from Vancouver, BC Canada, as it has no velcro which suits my long-haired cat well. It requires one leg in, which is still difficult but at least doable. Not a plug, i bought it at my vet store and was pleasantly surprised.

Thank you so much! I have the travel cat harness and i personally love it- super sturdy, but my kitten is so afraid to step into it… i’ve only managed it twice. I’m thinking the wrap kind will be less scary for her. Much appreciated! meow! 🐱

Thank you

Wessie looks like a sweetheart 💕

Mal - Thank you- Great review! I ordered the x-small Kitty Holster for my future kitten.. ( on waiting list) And a retractable leash. I also like the Sleepy Pod. ~ Diane

I have a travel cat and the Petsafe, Come with me leash has been the best out of all of these, especially in hot weather. Make sure to adjust the black clip that is on chest piece to appropriate height. I didn't notice it, and my cat kept crouching down. A little adjustment, and he loves it. Once fit properly, they can't get out at all. He's tried every trick he has, and it works like a charm. Also, it gives kids access to his super soft fur, and he loves that. The mesh harnesses kept the kids from petting due to tactile/sensory feeling. I could tell that mesh was keeping both from enjoying their time. So! Try it out on your fur baby. I do suggest wearing harness at home for short periods of time prior to "in the wild" trials. It will give your kitty time to adjust. Throwing one on and taking them out immediately is not a good option with cats, but if you own a cat, you know they always have to take things in their own time. Good luck! Don't forget your water and treats!

@rakadoni8403

8 ай бұрын

Wasn't sure what brands you were naming , my reading isn't so good , could you list them simply?

@khaisykes

5 ай бұрын

@@rakadoni8403 I think it's "Petsafe, Come with me leash"

Your model is adorable :)

I just love how wessie blinks so slowly and it's like she's saying 'wat am i doing with my life'😺

was looking to see which design was best for kittens and discovered you and your channel. YOU are soooo adorable!!!

@AllAboutCatsYT

11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

I love how in depth and informative your videos are! I've taken a lot of recommendations from all of your research

@ugenegareth9339

2 жыл бұрын

2 Esdras 2 : 33

Wow Mallory you are one of the most beautiful humans I have ever seen! Merry Christmas to you!

Thanks for the video I just trained my cat to walk in a harness :] also, a video on products to remove hair from furniture would be great :D

I wish my 1st cat, Yttika, were still with us she lived to be 18.5yrs old. Have had many rescued cats after her, but none compare in any way to Yttika! (We currently have 7 cats) Yttika is the only 1 who we took on vacays in the Redwoods & other places too. We had a harness for her & a very long leash -- a ball of twine -- that she trained us to walk on in the forest. She'd jump up & walk on fallen redwoods; we had to walk on trails & she'd decide what the length of twine should be! Basically, we were allowed to walk behind her - but not too close. When she was ready, she'd sit down on a log for a while & relax, we would also sit nearby on blanket & she often joined us there in a little bit. We met a lot of people, walking a cat on a very long leash in Redwood Forest! We all relaxed, drank water & just enjoyed the peaceful forest for an hour or so. When Yttika got up & stretched, it was our signal, time to head back out to car. It was so lovely & we were very well-trained humans!💕 We'd take her back to our room, feed her & then we were free to go hiking. She'd eat & sleep a few hrs. Yttika would have loved these harnesses!! Look so comfy! She wore a small dog harness - all they had back then. The important thing was the ball of twine for a leash, allowing her to wander & set the pace. It was all "her time" in the morning!

I’ve tried a lot of harnesses on my cat. She loves to go outside but absolutely hates having anything on her body. I’ve found that I can’t use any harnesses that have velcro because she has long hair so she always managed to get some of her fur stuck in the velcro- she also just hates the sound it makes when I take it off. Although other harnesses are a little more difficult to put on her, I found she seems much more comfortable with ones that don’t have any velcro on them. She also seems more willing to let me put those ones on and will actually walk around in them where before when I used harnesses like the ones you show here she would just plop down and refuse to move lol 😂

Wessie looks so bothered and uncomfortable, that he doesn't even move....lol!!! Facial expression too cute!!! Thanks for this information, very helpful.

9:03: I’m glad to hear they added a buckle at the neck, a suggestion I made to them (I’m not taking credit😉😂)I had a very scary situation where my kitty slipped his front leg up there (by crouching down super low, not because it was the wrong size) and got stuck and was panicking. Of course, I couldn’t get it back over his head and I had to cut him out of it!! I thought he was going to break his leg in his panic!!! I do want to give credit to RC as they sent me another harness (different style) and were really good about replacing it. I recommend only the new version with a buckle at the neck👍.

Thank you! I am going with the first option.

@AllAboutCatsYT

2 жыл бұрын

Good choice! I hope it works for you.

@TheRandyns

2 жыл бұрын

They should have given you a code or something so they know how it found them. Will definitely email them! 🙇🏾‍♂️

Thanks for the all around quite explanatory video. Cleo, Micas, Nini and Miau Miau have you to thank for as well ;)

I’m just here to see the cat walking in their harness I don’t even have a cat

Good video

The Kitty Holster is the first one we tried for our boys. They HATED it. I'm not sure if the one we got was just too big, but we had the same problem with it just coming up so high on the chin. But for our Loki we couldn't have gone smaller because of his belly size. Neither of our boys would even stand up in it. And we couldn't get it tight enough they couldn't back out of the whole thing, without putting their head at a weird angle, and allowing then to be comfortable and move well. We have something closer to the Come With Me Kitty now. They both seem to be much happier with less fabric confining them. Although the RC pets looks like an amazing option! As we ARE worried about them wriggling out of the one we have now.

I didn't love the kitty holster. I switched over to the Met Pets walking jacket. I love that it's a preset buckle and has 3 adjustment points. I've found much less issues with backing out with my 2 boys in these. The martingale harness tightens, but it doesn't look like it tightens near as much as the outdoor Bengal harness. I do really like the bungee leash though because there's more of a transition between "totally fine" and "abrupt stop".

I don’t have a cat... but I never lose the opportunity to see the cuteness of a kitty 😭😍😍

I know this is a bit late for a comment, but we just bought the Sleepypod harness because of our little escape muffin. He is way too chonky and needs something more robust than a medium dog harness. You are SO right about how they are just not fit for cats! That will be returned lol

The updated RC pet harness is Awsome I go hiking with my cat and he wears it everyday in the back yard on his lead

Thank you so much, I really needed this video! I absolutely love this channel too, one of the best cat KZread channels there is!

@AllAboutCatsYT

3 жыл бұрын

Yay! Glad you appreciated it. Hope you can find a good, secure harness soon. :)

@ChaseTheRealtor

3 жыл бұрын

@@AllAboutCatsYT ordering the first one tonight!! Well see how it goes, thank you again

The one at petsmart might be the one I need , I need a harness for my cat when he in a carrier bookbag

I wish I had seen this video before trying 4 different harnesses recently. None of them worked for my cats' size and shape. The first one seems like it will work for both of them!

Cool, may I find the right one. God bless.

Can you do an american journey for cats review. Love your videos :)

Thank you for making this video would cat fluffyness play into account on choosing one?

I just got a sleepypod harness for my small and thin cat and so far I love it! Doesn’t feel like he will be able to back out of it anytime soon, love the martingale aspect of it which was what ended up selling me on it. Feels really high quality, it is a bit stiff but after a few uses it softens up really well. Highly recommend as well!!

@AllAboutCatsYT

3 жыл бұрын

Great insights, Brianna. Thank you for sharing!

@ajbclan1

3 жыл бұрын

@@AllAboutCatsYT I can only find it in a size large on amazon right now :(

@blahdeblah4938

3 жыл бұрын

Same! I really love it -- my cat has slightly different needs from when we started her off (a few years ago) with the Pet Safe Come with me kitty harness. Within a few days, she has associated it with going outside, and tolerates it. I love the martingale collar, because I need to tug her occasionally. kelly b -- you can find it on the sleepypod website right now too, with free UPS ground shipping.

@briannamedina7088

3 жыл бұрын

@@ajbclan1 you can get it for cheaper and free shipping on the sleepypod website they also offer a discount when you sign up for their newsletter! All colors and sizes are in stock at the moment as well I believe

I have been using the Treponti Liberty Strap harness with the Come with me kitty leash. The harness is quite secure as long as you put it on correctly and it is snug enough. And the bungee cord is really nice because it allows me to use a little soft 'tug' that while it is a tug on the leash it doesn't tug on kitty and just shows them that I want them to move in this direction. And all of my cats find it so comfortable they usually forget they are wearing it within a minute.

@Goikuchan

2 жыл бұрын

Gods Yes! Couldn't recommend this harness more! So stury yet comfortable and so easy to slip on! My cat hates buckles and clasps so this model was the perfect choice. He doesn't even realize he's wearing it anymore.

I walk my cat...I picked up a soft wide ultra-suede harness that fastens with wide velcro. It’s also bejeweled all down the spine. My princess looks like royalty and it’s surprisingly secure as she pulls on it a lot and suddenly when she sees a lizard. It was in a clearance bucket at a boutique pet store. Sorry I don’t know what brand it is, but I love it.

I am so glad for this video. I've tried walking my cat around the yard and one time he wriggled out of the harness that by the way was meant for a dog like you mentioned in the video. Luckily I was able to get him and take him back inside. I never walked him again but I've wanted to get him back outside because I know he likes it. He's dying of kidney failure currently but now I know what harness to get to let him go outside a few times for the last bit of his life.

@cassidyburnham4796

2 жыл бұрын

I hope you are well and your kitty is not suffering! Hugs

@tigresmom5654

2 жыл бұрын

@@cassidyburnham4796 I'm doing ok. My cat has passed away so I know he's not suffering anymore. I did end up taking him outside once but it was mostly too cold to take him out more than that. I think he enjoyed it.

omg this helped so much ive been looking for a harness to recommend to my mom to buy for our cat but havent found one yet. Ive just tried dog harnesses (sassy woof) and he slips right out. (we also have a dog so no extra money wasted)

You should check out the metpet walking jacket! I got them for my 2 kitties when I roadtripped to move to a diff state 2k mi. away, worked super good for us.