SmilinJim Report post Posted May 17, 2009 We have a mixed Pit we got from a rescue shelter about 4 years ago, we call him Repo since he went through several owners before chosing us. Each year in Birmingham Alabama there is an animal shelter fund raiser called Do Da Day at a couple of the local parks. Bring your pet and show him/her off. It's mostly for dogs but I have seen cats, ocelots, pigs, snakes etc. A great time to listen to bands, drink beer, talk to folks that love animals. And I have to admit I don't really mind the short shorts and bikini tops either, LOL. Anyway Repo's harness was getting well used looking so I made him some more clothes and a short traffic leash. Did it in Oxblood so it contrasts against his white coat. Hmmm, did I mention I also handed out some cards and got orders for 8 of the leashes and 2 harnesses. But we had a good time and so did Repo. Keep on Smilin Jim Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UKRay Report post Posted May 17, 2009 Nice job, Jim. Looks like Repo landed on all four feet when he found you! The harness looks like a good fit - did you design it yourself or copy another? Ray Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luke Hatley Report post Posted May 17, 2009 Nice looking leather work..........And Repo looks so happy.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shaylajade Report post Posted May 30, 2009 Your dog is SO cute! Love the harness, we've been meaning to make a prototype since people keep asking us about it. Good work! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blueheelenvet Report post Posted June 2, 2009 Very nice SmilinJim. I'm interested in making a harness for the pups as well. Any advice on doing so that my help me. I really enjoy how happy your dog is, he looks ready to go for a walk. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SmilinJim Report post Posted June 2, 2009 Repo stays happy I think. I've done several of the harnesses and they were all cut and paste (sort of), had access to the dog so could custom fit. I didn't like just a collar as he, and our other dogs, will pull sometimes and cause the collar to choke the dog. A harness won't choke them. I'm going to be 'out of town' in the wilds of south Mississippi for a couple of days but when I get back I'll post some pics of the harness and the measurements I took from Repo the get what I wanted. Seems to fit well enough and doesn't rub (couldn't spell irratate or irriatate or .... ) in the wrong places. Keep on Smilin Jim Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildrose Report post Posted June 2, 2009 Nice work! I'd also like info/help on how to do that braided effect on the leash? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aulus Report post Posted June 2, 2009 Nice Work! Nice Dog! Thank´s for reminding me that my dog needs a new collar.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jimbob Report post Posted June 2, 2009 Nice pooch, looks like he knows to show off the hardware....HiHi... We got a Bullmastiff girl and a English Mastiff girl....it's about time that I do some harness work for them too...nice work, tnx fer sharing!! _ _ . _ _ _ _.. ..._ _ _ _ _... !!! We have a mixed Pit we got from a rescue shelter about 4 years ago, we call him Repo since he went through several owners before chosing us. Each year in Birmingham Alabama there is an animal shelter fund raiser called Do Da Day at a couple of the local parks. Bring your pet and show him/her off. It's mostly for dogs but I have seen cats, ocelots, pigs, snakes etc. A great time to listen to bands, drink beer, talk to folks that love animals. And I have to admit I don't really mind the short shorts and bikini tops either, LOL. Anyway Repo's harness was getting well used looking so I made him some more clothes and a short traffic leash. Did it in Oxblood so it contrasts against his white coat. Hmmm, did I mention I also handed out some cards and got orders for 8 of the leashes and 2 harnesses. But we had a good time and so did Repo.Keep on Smilin Jim Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
