This light pink harness is made for the smallest dogs, and its packaging reads size XS, 2–4 kg. It is 100% polyester with a padded grey lining and light brown straps. Made in China, it weighs just 86 g.
A paw of rose quartz
On the back, next to the lead ring, hangs a silver-coloured metal paw. Its pad is a round rose quartz in a pale pink that matches the harness. A small ring on a black elastic loop holds the charm, so you can take it off or move it to your dog's collar.
Rose quartz is traditionally seen as the stone of love, which makes this harness a good gift for someone who has just welcomed a small dog home.
Sized for a chihuahua or a Yorkie
2–4 kg is roughly the weight of a chihuahua or a Yorkshire terrier. Choose by your own dog's weight rather than its breed, because dogs of the same breed can differ a lot. If your dog is over 4 kg, look for size S, made for 4–8 kg.
The straps adjust at the neck and on both sides. A good fit is when you can slide two fingers under a strap but your dog cannot wriggle out.
On with two buckles
Slip the neck opening over your dog's head, then close the plastic buckle on each side. Clip the lead to the metal ring in the middle of the back. Grey reflective trim runs along the edges, so your dog is easier to see in car headlights on an evening walk.
Put it on at home the first time and reward your dog with a treat. After the first few walks, check behind the front legs that the straps are not rubbing.