Different Types of Service Dog Vests

The most important thing that you can determine whether a dog is a service dog is the vest it wears. Even though service dogs are not required to wear them most owners do so that it doesn't start a conflict when going into public places. Service dogs also wear vests sometimes because it can help the owners. For example seeing eye dogs use a special harness that has a long handle so the dog is directly in front of the owner guiding them in the right direction.

A electronic guide dog harness that uses GPS, Bluetooth and a headset that vibrates to tell the owner which way the dog is going.

But seeing eye dog vests aren't the only vest you see on a service dog. There are also mobility assistance harness for service dogs. These harnesses are meant so the owners can use there dogs for support if there disability can affect there ability to walk such as multiple sclerosis. The harnesses handle is higher then a usually service dog vest and usually goes up to the owner's waist. It can fold down gently onto the service dog's back so they can go under tables and desks. 

A mobility harness's handle height is usually up to the owners hip area. When the owner feels that there having a hard time walking they can lean on there dog to make it easier for them.

Last vest is the normal service dog vest. This vest is used for mostly all service dogs, therapy dogs and emotional assistance dogs. They have a small handle on the top that is close to the harness. What's cool about this harness is that it has 2 clips and a metal loop on it. This can be used to attach pouches to carry things in them that you might need. You can also customize it with different colors, patches and embroidery on it to make it your own.  

This is Co-Jack with his normal service dog vest on. His has a service dog patch on the front and the sides of his vest. His vest also has the logo and name of his organization. 

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