Clickit Sport dog safety harness by Sleepypod - Instructional Video
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- Опубліковано 5 жов 2016
- Clickit Sport is Sleepypod's next generation dog safety harness. A unique Infinity Loop Design and an energy absorbing padded vest work together to distribute and reduce damaging forces in an accident. Sleepypod rigorously tested Clickit Sport to include the same dynamic crash tests used to test child safety restraints.
Some features:
• 3 points of automobile seatbelt contact
• Wide supportive vest distributes and disperses damaging forces
• Provides excellent torso support
• Easy to use
• Walking harness with reflective components
• Lightweight
• Allows dogs to sit, lie down, and change position comfortably
• 5 Star safety rating up to 90 lbs. from the Center for Pet Safety
- Need a closer look at adjusting the straps? Watch this video - • Clickit Sport by Sleep...
- Find more information about Clickit Sport at sleepypod.com
- Learn how to acclimate your pet to travel on Sleepypod's "Pet Travel Safety Begins With Training" video at • Pet Travel Safety Begi... - Навчання та стиль
Love this harness for our 80 lb. pit bull mix. She loves car rides and this makes her outings safe and happy for everyone. It's easy to let her out of the car for a walk or potty break since we can hook her leash to the harness and switching gear isn't required.
Hey that's so great to hear! We'd love to see your pup. Email us a photo of your pup in Sleepypod gear. You can reach us at contact@sleepypod.com
This video says to avoid locking the seat belt. The video explaining the s-clip says to lock it. Is there a reason for the difference?
Just got a clickit sport today. My dog is VERY good wearing the harness, and stays still. BUT - like the other reviews I've read, he immediately got tangled in it. We figured out how to thread the belt in a way that wouldn't strangle him if he stayed still, but unlike the small poodle in this video, my dog cannot lay down facing the front of the car. He's 60 lbs and lays down the length of the seat. When a dog is in this position, the seatbelt is in a very strange position over the dog, wrapping under the dog to hook into the seat belt receptacle. My dog immediately tried to eat through the seat belt, even though he's used to wearing a harness & being secured via a seatbelt-leash line to the car. (I was wanting a safer, proven, alternative to this). Been there, done that with seatbelt replacement (on my car costing $800!). I can't figure out how to not have this be a choking/other hazard for my dog & fall into the populous camp of other reviewers who have had their dogs tangled in the seatbelt. RE: the "S" clip - a) the video link you quote below doesn't work b) How safe can it be if it prevents the seatbelt from retracting? The seatbelt functions by retracting upon impact. If you block that function by giving slack to the seatbelt, blocking it at top, then it seems like a waste. Look forward to your comments/help! Thank you!
Hi Julie - We appreciate your thoughts and concerns. Pets are family members and we only want the best for them. We’ll try to address your concerns once by one. While your pup is familiar to a seatbelt via leash line restraint, the Clickit Sport is inherently a more restrictive restraint system. Sleepypod believes, based on testing and research, pets should be able to adjust position but not walk about -similar to humans restrained by seatbelts. Because restricting movement is a behavior change, Sleepypod recommends acclimating your pet to his new safety harness. The instructional video provides tips. Also, our Pet Travel Safety Begins With Training video provides tips - While some pets take to this restricted movement right away, others might take a little more time with the acclimation process to become accustomed and used to the change. Sleepypod recommends using the safety harness according to the product’s instructions. Regarding the S-Clip instructional video, you can find it on our UA-cam channel at ua-cam.com/video/XHizbFdPFLM/v-deo.html AS As you watch the instructional video, you’ll notice that we recommend when adjusting the S-Clip, you should remove any excess seatbelt slack. Our customer service team is available to help you with additional acclimation tips and product questions. If you feel our product is not suited to your pet, our team can help you with a product return. You can reach the team at contact@sleepypod.com or (626) 421-6818.
Here is the link to the Pet Travel Safety Begins With Training video on our UA-cam channel - ua-cam.com/video/JA4HEU2y1qU/v-deo.html
Thank you for your reply. BTW, I'm publicly posting these comments and questions in the hope that they may help others. Yes, I've watched all of the Sleepypod videos including the "s clip." I called your office and Clara suggested a seatbelt lock would work as well. Question: The instructions for child seat seatbelt locks say to position the lock at the top of the latch that goes into the seatbelt receptacle - not at the top of the shoulder strap, like your S-clip. For example: www.amazon.com/Sungrace-Metal-Lock-Silver-Pack/dp/B0797KBGD5/ref=sr_1_11_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1522461707&sr=8-11-spons&keywords=seatbelt+clip&psc=1
Does this make a difference to sleepypod's usage and safety? In your s-clip video it almost looks like there's no lap strap, but I'm guessing there has to be one - yes? I look forward to your reply!
And to further one of the other folks on this conversation - It seems a little strange that if dogs becoming tangled in the product is such a ubiquitous problem, why wouldn't Sleepypod include the s-clip with the harnesses, if it indeed solves the issue?
Hello Julie - We’re happy to see if we can make the answers to your questions provided to you during your discussion with our customer service team member more clear.
- Sleepypod’s customer service team members refer to our S-Clip as a seatbelt lock as it prevents the seatbelt from further retracting. Sleepypod never suggests use of its products in combination with non-Sleepypod products, and only with suggested Sleepypod products. 2nd party products have not been tested in combination with Sleepypod products so our team cannot verify usage safety.
- There is indeed a lap strap in the S-Clip instructional video. At about 00:17 into the video, you will see the double strap (lap and shoulder portion of the belt) that is created when you extend the seatbelt. This again is evident at 00:24 and at 00:37 you will see the completion of the double belt that is buckled into the buckle.
- The S-Clip was created with ease of use for frequent travelers in mind by “bookmarking” or holding your pet’s ideal seatbelt length. For those users having cars with sensitive seatbelt retractors, the S-Clip will prevent the seatbelt from further retracting. Not every customer needs an S-Clip, which is why it is sold as an accessory. While there are some dogs that need longer acclimation time using a safety restraint, the S-Clip can help with the acclimation process, but longer acclimation time is the primary source of easing into the behavior change. A good analogy for acclimating a larger pet to being restrained using a safety harness is acclimating a smaller pet to being contained in a pet carrier. Some pets take to the change right away and for others, acclimation takes a bit more time.
When should you replace your harness?
Watched the video but no explanation about buckle shield which is new to me. I have another dog who uses Sleepypod but a buckle guard did not come with it then. Can you explain exactly how to install it. Also the S clip was not with my other dog’s as well. Using the S clip sets the length that you want to maintain for the seatbelt… am I understanding that correctly, and unit is an option, not a requirement, correct…
Thank you for clarit about these concerns.
You make this look easy but every time I get my dog in the car, the seatbelt locks. It's an absolute nightmare. She gets impatient and starts moving around making it even more difficult. My dog starts moving so much the seatbelt gets tangled in the harness. It's so frustrating. For walking, it is good other than that the straps get loose often.
Hello Nicole - We appreciate you reaching out to us regarding the issue of your car seatbelt locking. Sleepypod recently launched the S-Clip accessory designed for use with seatbelts with sensitive seatbelt retractors. Check out the instructional video at ua-cam.com/video/nel5Uyagqyw/v-deo.html The S-Clip prevents the seatbelt from further retracting. It also acts like a bookmark, saving your pet's perfect seatbelt length. As of today, it is out of stock but we hope to have it back in mid to late August. If you have additional questions, Sleepypod has several other videos with tips - -or - you may always reach out to our customer service team for advice, tips, etc. at contact@sleepypod.com or (626) 421-6818. We are here to help.
For the first few times it helped me to have another person there with some treats to keep the dog focused and in one place while I figured out how to hook up the harness. It was new to me and our dog at first but it quickly became routine. It gets easier the more you do it.
Hi I recently purchased one for my 13lb Jack Russel but (I guess because she's so small) she can't even move when she's belted in. She's miserable now in the car (used to love car rides, looking out the window, etc.). I'm thinking about maybe purchasing a booster seat that buckles in to the car and then tethering her sleepypod harness to the shoulder strap of the seatbelt? Not sure if that would work but I don't want her to have to ride in one of those enclosed carriers, she would hate the car even more. What would you recommend? I want her to be safe, but she spends A LOT of time in the car so comfort is also a priority.
Hey there! We appreciate your trust in Sleepypod's Clickit safety harness for safer pet travel in the car. A couple of things to consider:
1) Being restrained in a car is a behavior change for dogs used to riding loose or using a tethered device. That said, take some time to acclimate your pup to the new safety harness. Let your pup wear the safety harness around the harness at playtime and at the park so positive associations are made with the harness. Then restrain your pup in the back seat with you sitting next to the pup -- going nowhere, all the while offering praise and treats. Graduate to short trips to happy destinations like the park before moving to longer rides. Here is a Pet Travel Experts video with tips - ua-cam.com/video/JA4HEU2y1qU/v-deo.html
2) Sleepypod's S-Clip accessory can be helpful. We designed the S-Clip for frequent pet travelers to make the in/out process more streamlined/faster. It also prevent sensitive seatbelt retractors from locking. If your pup is extra wiggly because he is not used to being restrained, accessory can be helpful. Watch the instructional video at ua-cam.com/video/XHizbFdPFLM/v-deo.html
Lastly, at thirteen pounds the safety harness might be too loose for your pup and so it might be uncomfortable.Also, proper fit is important in the event of an accident. If you are unsure about the fit. Snap a front chest photo and side torso photo of your pup while wearing the Clickit harness and email it to our customer service team to evaluate. Our team can help with questions about acclimation and the S-Clip accessory as well. Email the team at contact@sleepypod.com or chat with the team during regular business hours PST by clicking on the bottom right box at sleepypod.com/shop/
We're here to help!
Can you help with sizing? It looks like in the video that you put three fingers when checking tightness of the harness but not when measuring for the harness. When I measure my dog as shown in the video, she's 22 1/4 inches around at her widest measurement with no finger spacing. What size sleepypod does she need? Small goes up to 22 inches and medium starts at 22.5. Typically I'd size up but with a car harness I wouldn't want her to be unsafe, nor would I want her to be chafed/squeezed by a too tight harness. Thanks!
In general, Sleepypod recommends sizing down when your pup is at the edge of harness sizes. If you want to be sure you can always take a photo of your pup's chest and also a side shot of your pup's torso and email it along with measurement information and any concerns to Sleepypod's customer service team. The team has a great deal of experience helping owners of dogs of all shapes and sizes to determine the best size product. Email the team at contact@sleepypod.com.
I have an 11 lb. yorkshire-- would the Size Small fit her? Or do you make smaller sizes? Thank you
Based on Sleepypod's researching testing, Sleepypod recommends pets under approximately 18 lbs should use a crash-tested carrier and not a safety harness for safer car travel. All of Sleepypod carriers are crash tested. You may view the crash tests and the instructional videos here on the Sleepypod UA-cam site - www.UA-cam/com/sleepypod
is there anything to stop the dog from chewing through the straps? Our staffy cross can chew through ANYTHING not made of metal in about 5 mins, including multiple heavy duty leads.
Hi there! Thanks for your interest in the Clickit Sport car safety harness. As with any new product, acclimation is the best tool for success. Some dogs take to using a car safety harness right away, and some pups need a little more time to get used to being restrained. Here is a helpful Sleepypod video. ua-cam.com/video/JA4HEU2y1qU/v-deo.html Also, feel free to reach out to our customer service team for help/tips at contact@sleepypod.com or via the chat widget on Sleepypod.com
Could you wear this over a Thundershirt?
Hi Alex - A Thundershirt is thin enough for your dog to wear underneath Sleepypod's Clickit harnesses.
When will this product be restocked? I need medium. Thanks
Hi Jason - We appreciate your interest in Clickit Sport car safety harness. As of today's writing, Sleepypod's online US store is stocked with all colors except Olive Green and First Blush in the medium size. If you need additional assistance, feel free to web chat with a Sleepypod team member on the Sleepypod home page or email us at contact@sleepypod.com
For large dogs, at what mph was the crash test(s) conducted? Most harnesses I've seen are tested to 30mph, and I'm searching for something that will be safe for travel around 70mph.
Sleepypod crash tests its Clickit safety harnesses at U.S., Canadian, and European child safety restraint standards. The U.S. child safety seat standard is 30 mph as determined by the NHTSA.
Man, if you get in an accident at 70 miles an hour it’s over for everybody!
This is a reasonable comment, most of us are traveling 70-80mph on the freeway. And to the ridiculous commenter, many people have accidents on the freeway and survive.
Even car seats for children are not tested at those high speeds. I think they are tested at 40 MPH. Yes, people can technically survive high speed crashes, but they usually have many broken bones and severe injuries. When my child was born, I was horrified that car seats were not tested for high speeds. But the harsh reality is that manufacturers don't spend the effort to make things safe at those high speeds. Perhaps it is too difficult. I say we lower speed limits drastically....will save thousands of lives in just months
Can this harness be used in the front seat? What attachments would be required.
Hi Kathy - Sleepypod does not recommend use of its harnesses in the front seat. Like children, pets should not ride in the front seat.
@@Sleepypod My car does not have a back seat. Can this be used in the front seat?
@@lauramosier1664 Sleepypod recommend restraining your pet in the back seat of a car. However, if the front seat is your only option and you are looking for some measure of protection for your pup you MUST disengage the passenger airbag.
got this for my dog and it doesn't work. She got tangled up in the seatbelt and I had to disconnect it so she didn't choke herself.
Hi there! We're so sorry to hear about this. We want to ensure your harness settings and S-Clip settings are correct. Please reach out to our customer service team directly on our website via webchat, email at contact@sleepypod.com, or by phone at (626) 421-6818. We're here to help!
Sold out of most choices
Hi Janine - Thanks for your interest. We have stock of nearly all color and size combinations. If you need help finding the product you need, feel free to reach out to our customer service team by email at contact@sleepypod.com or web chat at Sleepypod.com during regular business hours PST. Here is the direct link to the product - sleepypod.com/sport-bundle
I have two of these for my dogs... I can not keep the top slide tight... No matter how many times I tighten it.
Hi Jeanette - Please reach our to us via email at contact@sleepypod.com or phone at (626) 421 6818 for assistance. We are here to help.
I called Sleepypod last week and left a detailed message regarding the fact that our Sleepypod Sport locks on our Australian Labradoodle time after time. I did not receive a call back. I called again today and spoke with Clara. They are sending me the S-Clip as a resolution to this known issue. My question is, why has this issue not been resolved either in the design or Sleepypod not including the S-Clip with the product! I did ask the question as to whether the Sleepypod Sport has been crash tested with the S-Clip. Clara advised that is has been and it's fine. I will update this site with the results when I have received the S-Clip.
How was it with the S-clip? Sleepypod should include the s-clip in the packaging if it's such an essential item to prevent dogs from becoming tangled.
I have a mini schnauzer 20 pounds can he still stick his head out window? With this on
Mine doesn't stay around her chest, it just slips forward and seems to cut her under her armpits. What's wrong? She has an S and a 20 in chest. She is an Italian Greyhound.
Hi there - We missed this comment on our site so sincere apologies for the late reply. From your description, it sounds like your dog has a large chest and a narrow torso which is why it is cutting under her armpits and perhaps the reason it is slipping forward. If you have not already reached out to our customer service team, the team can walk you through the sizing process to determine if your safety harness is correctly adjusted for your pet. You can reach out to the team on the Sleepypod website via chat, via phone at (626) 421-6818, or email at contact@sleepypod.com
Will it last for my dogs life time? Do they ‘expire’ or become unusable after a crash?
Hey there! Just like car seatbelts for humans, the integrity of the components of a Sleepypod safety harness can be compromised in an accident. To extend pet safety after an auto accident, Sleepypod initiated the Sleepypod Crash Replacement Program. If your pet was using a Sleepypod pet safety restraint when in a car accident, Sleepypod will replace the Sleepypod safety restraint. Sleepypod will even replace or provide a replacement discount on any pet carrier or safety harness damaged in an auto accident, regardless of the brand. Find more information at sleepypod.com/accident-replacement-program
Does Clickit Sport come with tethers for the car seat latch?
Sleepypod's Clickit Sport safety harness works in combination with the 3 point car seat belt. It does not require strap attachment to the LATCH anchors like the earlier Clickit Utility model.
Sleepypod does the Clickit sport still have the ability to be attached if you buy latch separately?
Will my dog still be able to stick her head out?
Some dogs are able to do so in much the same way humans are able to do so when seat belted into a vehicle. Your pet will not be a be able to walk about.
Our 80 lb mix can. She can't switch to the other window because the harness keeps her on one side of the car but that doesn't seem to bother her.
Hi I am getting a puppy and want to understand if I can use the same harness for the puppy as it grows , getting a golden retriever, please advice, also can I use it in the front and back seat ?
Thanks for your interest in Sleepypod's Clickit Sport for your new furry family member. Like humans, dogs come in all shapes and sizes, so Sleepypod's customer service team is best able to address your question about your growing pup as they have the best experience working with our many pup product users. Please reach out to the team at contact@sleepypod.com or via web chat at Sleepypod.com. Please be sure to let the team know the breed of your pup. Also, if you happen to have any insight into the size of the pup's parents to better estimate the size of the pup as an adult, that would be helpful too. As for your question about riding placement in the car, like children pets should always ride in the rear seat of the car and never in the front seat. Airbags are meant to protect adults from harm.
You don’t make them small enough 😞😞😞😞😞😞😔😢
Thanks for your interest, Fiona, Based on Sleepypod research and testing, we recommend pets less than about 18 lbs should ride in a crash-tested carrier for safer travel.
I have an older version. The newer one is better.
Sounds great, but I have a 5 pound dog; the small is too big.
Hello Michelle - Thanks for stopping to watch the instructional video for Sleepypod's Clickit Sport safety harness. Sleepypod recommends pets under approximately 18 lbs. should use a carrier when traveling by car. Sleepypod crash tests all of its carriers at the U.S. child safety seat standard. You can watch the videos here on Sleepypod's UA-cam channel. In addition, all of Sleepypod's carriers have received top safety ratings from the Center for Pet Safety. For a 5 lbs, dog, we suggest the Sleepypod Mini or Sleepypod Atom carrier. The instructional videos for these carriers are also here on Sleepypod's UA-cam channel at ua-cam.com/video/k7uvQpjrHEQ/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/ch3LOPWSM_0/v-deo.html If you have additional questions, feel free to reach out to Sleepypod's customer service team via email at contact@sleepypod.com
We have to use this with a zip line system as my dog unbuckles herself. Haha
The width of that would rub the skin off between my silky's front legs (as all harnesses do). The neoprene padding would also cook the dog in the aussie heat too (if using as a walking harness). And the reflector strips are totally useless where they are positioned. Nobody except you can see your dog if it's right in front of you and you've above it... What about when your black dog gets free run time? Not to mention when its fastened with the seat belt in a newer model car, the seatbelt would be pulling the dog back into the seat because they have so much tension on them... My little dog would be either suctioned to the back of the seat in an unsafe position for their spine and or strangled by the harness pulling up wards on her neck/throat.... Its a hard pass thanks.
We're sorry to hear that Clickit Sport is not for you. There's a great deal of research, testing and technology that goes into each product design. The Clickit Sport model has neoprene to help cushion and disperse the damaging forces in a car collision. So like products for people, while not every product is suited to every pet, we're happy to report that this harness model has helped restrain, in verified car accidents, nearly 30 dogs ranging in small (about 20 lbs) to large (nearly 90 lbs). Every dog walked away without injury. Our customer service team is always available to answer questions. Feel free to reach out to the team at contact@sleepypod.com
Watched the video but no explanation about buckle shield which is new to me. I have another dog who uses Sleepypod but a buckle guard did not come with it then. Can you explain exactly how to install it. Also the S clip was not with my other dog’s as well. Using the S clip sets the length that you want to maintain for the seatbelt… am I understanding that correctly, and unit is an option, not a requirement, correct…
Thank you for clarity about these concerns.
Thanks for reaching out about this. The S-Clip is not necessary for safety. It's helpful when determining the ideal seatbelt length for your pup and "bookmarking" it for faster in/out of the car. The instructional videos for these accessories are in separate videos here on our UA-cam channel. The direct link to the S-Clip video is ua-cam.com/video/nFtWqhK33pY/v-deo.html ; the direct link to the Buckle Shield video is ua-cam.com/video/oPCRaMjweU8/v-deo.html