Outward Hound Neoprene Dawson Swimmer Dog Life Jacket

Ordered the medium, thought it was going to be to small as it appears small compared to medium in different brand. I actually like it better as it is less bulky but works great - gives pup more room to “really” swim. A little hard to adjust and pup is growing like weed so has to be adjusted every time

Love this jacket because we live on a houseboat and wanted a jacket that can be worn as protection whenever Oscar is running around the dock. It is softer and more pliable than most stiff jackets..and he does not mind wearing it because he can move normally in it!

Bought this for my pup so he could go with us kayaking and canoeing. It was his first trip and he jumped right over into the water that had a bit of a current at the time. My husband was able to grab the handles on top and have him back in our canoe before I even knew what was happening. Fits great, he didn't seem to mind it at all. I feel better knowing we can grab onto him if things were to get out of control for a minute.

The jacket is very well made. My dog accepted it immediately. I read reviews, most of which said to size up, that the jacket runs very small, but I measured my standard poodle. 55 pounds, and read the manufacturer's sizing guide, and decided that since all of her measurements and weight were within the Large category, to go with that size. I'm glad I did, because (once I figured out the velcro adjustment system), it fits well, and a size up would have been huge. I never write reviews, but I wanted readers to know that sizing instructions are good. I chose the swimmer's jacket, over the cheaper version, because I want my dog to swim and am not worried about rescuing her from a boat. I'm The jacket is very well made. My dog accepted it immediately. I read reviews, most of which said to size up, that the jacket runs very small, but I measured my standard poodle. 55 pounds, and read the manufacturer's sizing guide, and decided that since all of her measurements and weight were within the Large category, to go with that size. I'm glad I did, because (once I figured out the velcro adjustment system), it fits well, and a size up would have been huge. I never write reviews, but I wanted readers to know that sizing instructions are good. I chose the swimmer's jacket, over the cheaper version, because I want my dog to swim and am not worried about rescuing her from a boat. I'm very pleased with the purchase. … more

This one has an upper chest pad, presumably to help keep her head up. We had no problems on the lake so she never went into the water. The most important thing with any PFD is keeping it on the pet, or child for that matter; it doesn't work if it is not being worn. This jacket was very easy to put on and adjust for a snug, but apparently comfortable, fit. We are very pleased with it.

I decided I will not need them--but I tried them on the dogs and they ran large. I got my 34 lb dog a large, and it was way too big. He did fit better in the small I got for the others. The smalls were too big for my 20 lb dogs.

It took me a bit to figure out how to adjust it. Definitely would of liked instructions how to work the straps. There’s limited amount you can adjust and velcro it. It fits my Labrador, and my German Shepherd. Overall an okay product. Will not purchase again. Definitely would invest in a higher quality life jacket. Can’t wait to test it out in the water for my novice swimmer!

I bought this life jacket in a large for my Cattle Dog mix. She's never really gone swimming but we wanted to get her used to swimming in our pool because we live in Florida and it gets pretty hot here. I was wary of buying it because I saw some reviews that said the straps loosen easy but I decided to take a chance. I was able to get it to fit her wonderfully after some research. I did run into the issue of the velcro straps slipping but thankfully someone left a review here on how to get them to stay. In case you can't find that review, here's how you make them stay. On the life jacket you will see a little rectangular piece that's placed on the underside of your dog. To keep the straps in I bought this life jacket in a large for my Cattle Dog mix. She's never really gone swimming but we wanted to get her used to swimming in our pool because we live in Florida and it gets pretty hot here. I was wary of buying it because I saw some reviews that said the straps loosen easy but I decided to take a chance. I was able to get it to fit her wonderfully after some research. I did run into the issue of the velcro straps slipping but thankfully someone left a review here on how to get them to stay. In case you can't find that review, here's how you make them stay. On the life jacket you will see a little rectangular piece that's placed on the underside of your dog. To keep the straps in place after tightening or loosening, attach the velcro to the strip of fabric that is sewn onto to the rectangular piece. If that doesn't make sense let me describe in more detail. On the rectangular piece you will see two straps sewn on. The strap isn't fully sewn on just the two ends are. You want to attach the velcro to the middle section, the part that's not sewn. This life jacket keeps her safe and let's her join in on some family fun I couldn't ask for anything more! … more

It took a few minutes of wear time for my 9 month old Lab mix to become comfortable in his life vest. He loves wearing it! I haven’t had any issues with the Velcro straps moving. There is a way to fold the excess strap onto itself before closing the velcro, so there is no room for the strap to go once in place. This is a well-made vest. It kept my pup afloat while swimming at the beach!

I could not get this vest to fit properly because the belly strap is sewn providing a lopsided adjustment and the hind end sticking up in the air. I did purchase the correct size but I don't believe the design is correct. No reflection on Chewy because I love their service but I do not recommend this product.