Ergonomic Mobility Harness 2 Handles (Counterbalance and Forward) Service Animal
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A counterbalance mobility harness for service dogs, built from full-grain leather with a removable or fixed handle and a metal stabilizer layered into the leather. The handle bends under load to absorb shock and springs back, and the U-shaped chest plate sits below the manubrium to keep the airway clear. It suits handlers who need counterbalance or light forward-momentum work and want a leather harness rather than a nylon one. Against typical nylon mobility harnesses, it offers more handle stiffness options and an ergonomic chest cut, but it is heavier and needs leather care.
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Lowest price we've seen: $445.00 on Nov 10 at Custom Canine Design. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 10.
Mobility Counterbalance Harness — CB handle included, with our newest handle styles.
This is where things get a little technical. But don't fret, I can make it easy! Message me for help deciding what's best for you and your dog. Here's a quick rundown of the options.
The 2 variables
A) How the handle is mounted
Removable — unbuckle
Fixed — permanently mounted to the harness
B) What the handle is made of
Leather thickness — single or double layered
Stabilizer — metal layered between the leather; under force the handle bends to absorb shock, then immediately springs back to its original shape
5 possible combinations
Listed in order of ascending stability (1 = most flexible, 5 = most sturdy):
Single layer leather, removable
Single layer leather, fixed
Double layer leather, removable
Double layer leather, fixed
Spring steel between double layer leather, fixed
Option 5 is far more stable than leather alone — the metal spring stabilizer acts as a shock absorber to protect your dog's spine. All 5 options are CB handles.
CB handles provide balance by pulling up and leaning away from the dog — a very safe and effective option. This is different from bracing handles, which have shock absorption but transfer all your force directly into the dog's spine; I do not sell bracing handles, for ethical reasons. Your dog's safety is my #1 priority — I will not sell you something that isn't safe.
In addition to counterbalance mobility work, the harness can be used for light bracing, pulling, balancing, guide work, forward momentum, and wheelchair pulling. It clips on and off easily using sturdy metal side-release buckles. Unlike other clip-on CB handles, my design solves the problem of sagging handles and floppy buckles by firmly securing the entire attachment apparatus to the harness — so you get a consistent handle height and better handle feedback, without sacrificing the convenience of removing the handle. (Ideal for travel.)
Superb craftsmanship and stunning design. Quality full-grain leather: extremely strong, yet gentle on skin. Compatible with CCD's Dog Backpack — who needs a purse when you've got a service dog?
I developed this harness for my own service dog, because there wasn't a mobility harness on the market with an anatomically safe fit. This harness is designed with canine anatomy in mind, to ensure the safety of your hard-working friend.
Built for safety
The top two reasons dogs become "gear shy" are:
Restriction of natural shoulder movement, and
