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98% Recommend this product (390 of 400 responses)
By J O.
UT
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
October 3, 2014
Durable. Perfect fit. Will buy again if this one ever wears out.
By Chris D.
MI
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
September 28, 2014
Thanks for the question. I didn't know how it would fit since of the unique deep chested body of my dog. But it does fit and makes my invisible dog visible (grey ghost). Cookie just has to get used to wearing the vest. If you want, I can send a picture of her in it. Cheers
By Josh
ND
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
September 25, 2014
Fits the dog and seems very durable.
By Matt S.
MT
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
September 8, 2014
I hunt areas with a lot of barb wire fence. This keeps his belly safe when he runs through a fence after a bird. It has also been effective in keeping off cockleburs and needle and thread grass.
By Charles S.
NE
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
September 6, 2014
Great vest, but it could be better by back protection. We hunt a lot of fence lines since the farmers take out all the shelter belts these days. The dogs jump through the fence a lot.
By Pam P.
BC
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
August 29, 2014
His chest is deep, so had to get a large. Had to cut back the material (and re-trim it with soft material) in front of his sheath to prevent rubbing and irritation. Other than that, seems great. Will be using it soon for grouse season.
By Jason F.
WI
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
August 18, 2014
I bought a vest in size large for my 2 year, 62 lb lab. The vest fits and looks great, but the leg opening are way too small. The dog trots when she wears it because the leg opening are too restrictive. If you want your dog to run while wearing this vest you'll need to cut the leg openings so the dogs legs can have full movement. You would think the manufacturer could figure this out??
By Steven G.
NJ
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
June 13, 2014
Not purchased for hunting... We needed something bright and light for the summer months. Our pet is grey, and we cannot see him when he ventures out into the back yard. This jacket is perfect for our needs.
By Christine L.
WA
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
May 7, 2014
I bought the vest for my young, rambunctious GWP to wear when he accompanies me mountain biking here in the woods of the Pacific Northwest. My vet and I were both worried he would impale himself on a branch or stick as he tears wildly through the brush. This vest is perfect, fits well, and he doesn't seem to mind it. It gives me peace of mind knowing he is wearing himself out in a fairly safe manner. Thanks!
By Matt K.
OH
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
May 5, 2014
Heavy duty. Fits well (purchased a medium for my 50 lbs Vizsla), and cleans up nicely. The material is quite stiff when new, but loosens up a bit after washing a few times. I'd like an even lighter version when the temperatures get warmer. This one is a bit too heavy for summer time.
By Mark C.
NY
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
May 2, 2014
This is an excellent vest to protect your dog in the brush. It covers neck, chest, and sides. The fabric is tough, and the vest is well made.
By Julie R.
PA
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
May 1, 2014
Prior to purchasing the Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest, our GSP acquired a nasty laceration on her chest while out in the field. We used the Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest to protect her injury while it healed, prevent her from licking or scratching it, and look forward to continued use out in the field to prevent any other injuries. It is very easy to put on and take off, especially with a high-energy, excitable dog and breathable for warmer temperatures. Very pleased with this product.
By Kathy P.
IL
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
January 19, 2014
We have purchased a variety of hunting vests in the past. They didn't last long and didn't protect the way the Body Guard Dog Vest does. This is the end of pheasant season here, and the vests look like new. For the first time the Setters and Wirehaired actually still have hair on there chests and aren't torn up. Highly recommend this vest.
By Lynne W.
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
January 15, 2014
The vest provides great protection to the dog when he is in the thick cover, and also allows me to keep track of him. Material is easy to keep clean.
By Gerald W.
PA
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
January 14, 2014
My dog loves it. He thinks he is one of the hunting guys when he wears florescent orange. :)
By Colin M.
MA
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
January 13, 2014
My dog gets cut up on a regular basis in the heavy brush of upland hunting. The vest I had on her this season was a "hand-me-down" from a previous, but much heavier Irish Setter. This vest worked for him and now is working for her in reducing the seriousness of these cuts and scratches. The vest I purchased this Christmas fits my new young lady perfectly. On top of all this it makes her "visible" to other hunters. For safety, health and peace of mind I'd recommend this tough little vest.
By Mike
VA
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
January 10, 2014
Bought for 10 month old GSP. First 10 minutes, she tried to figure out how to get it off. After that she layed around in it and wore it for about an hour. Fits great and really helps to see her in heavy cover and protect her chest and underbelly from briers.
By David D.
SC
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
January 8, 2014
Lightweight but tough. Did not bother dog at all. And cut down on briars and burrs. Very happy with the product.
By Denise S.
GA
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
January 8, 2014
Love it, and the customer service was outstanding.
By Edward H.
ND
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
January 4, 2014
Construction design makes a lot more sense. It covers the full under belly and chest. The material is much heavier than some of the inexpensive vests. I haven't gotten a chance to try it out in the field yet, but I'm convinced that it will be excellent.
By Edward C.
WA
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
December 27, 2013
My 7 month old German Shorthair tore a 4 inch gash in her chest while hunting in the brush. I bought the Sylmar body guard vest to protect her underside. It has worked great. Plus the orange color makes her much more visible. The straps on the back make good handles for lifting her over a fence. The only problem I've had is the straps on the back getting hooked on barbed wire.
By Allan W.
NY
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
December 24, 2013
Made well and in the USA...XL fits the chest ...but too long .
By Christine P.
MN
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
December 17, 2013
Quality is good. Full chest protection is good. Durable material. Fits way better than the neoprene, but still needed lots of alteration to fit. The armholes are too small, but at least it is shaped generally like a dog. Since I can't buy a insulated vest for a really big outdoors dog, I lined this one with insulated fleece. Was pretty conducive to that.
By Steve
IA
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
December 14, 2013
I've only had the vests for 2 weeks so I can't say how they hold up on the long run. The straps and buckles make the vests very adjustable. They protect the dog's throat and chest, as well as the upper portions of the front legs. They are also very visible. They are a little noisy in below freezing conditions but the dogs adjusted to them in just a few minutes.
By Juliana V.
CA
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
December 13, 2013
This vest is very noisy when the dog moves, and it rubs her elbows. It scared her so much to wear it that she was trembling. After about 5 minutes of wearing it, I took it off. I need something that won't rub her elbows, is quiet, and perhaps somewhat stretchy so it fits better.
By Douglas H.
MA
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
December 9, 2013
Great vest! Very durable materials with large, sturdy buckles. Holds up to the elements. The vest is a little tight in the chest but my lab is heavily built in the front. The buckles just needed to be loosened a little. Over all I well made product
By Kelli Y.
IA
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
December 2, 2013
Works great! It was hard for us to find a vest small enough for our dog, and this fit him perfect! We have had no problems in the field with the vest whatsoever, and our dog doesn't mind having it on one bit. It definitely gives us peace of mind since he has cut his chest open on barbed wire previously. Thanks for making a great product available for the smaller dogs!
By Ronald K.
CO
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
November 27, 2013
Just field tested on my black lab on a 3 day pheasant hunt in South Dakota. It did rub his front legs pretty good. It may be that I need to adjust the straps better. Overall it is a really good product and protects well. Just need to figure out why it is rubbing his legs.
By Jim J.
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
November 26, 2013
Great product. I have 2 EP, and hunt some really thick brush early in the year. Kept their belly from getting raw and scratched up by running through the tall weeds. I also have a GWP. Bought one for him and really helped out with the cockle-burs from sticking to him. And great for visibility. Great buy for the money.
By Mark B.
OH
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
November 26, 2013
Excellent product. Fits and protects my Brittany well. Does not pull up or bunch when used in heavy cover. Beats pulling burs and stickers for hours after the hunt.
By William S.
OH
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
November 26, 2013
After two hunts with this vest I do believe it is indestructible. The length and fit around the chest are the best of any vest i have seen. But I should have gone with my first thoughts and bought the vest with the sleeves. The leg openings are so big that after a days hunt my dog has no hair left on his chest where exposed. I have ordered the Cordura material and found myself trying to sew a pair of sleeves for the remainder of our Pheasant season.
By Gene H.
KS
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
November 25, 2013
This vest did the two things I was hoping for. It protected the dog's underside and made him highlly visible in the field. Thanks for sending this item so quickly. Gene
By William K.
PA
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
November 22, 2013
Very well made and adjustable fit. This vest would have prevented the significant injury to my GSP had he'd been wearing one. A Must have. I have used other types of vests, and this is the best for protection and fit. No risk of it coming off of a short tailed dog, like other designs I have used.
By JOHN C.
NY
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
November 21, 2013
Very happy with this vest. Once Gaby got use to it, she was able to move just as freely as before. The double lining on the chest is a great idea. Well designed product.
By Walt B.
MI
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
November 21, 2013
Very good. Tough. I have to modify it a bit so it doesn't chafe my dog's shoulders.
By Cody P.
KS
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
November 20, 2013
This thing works great. It will not fold down in the middle like other vests.
By Tom I.
MN
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
November 18, 2013
Vest works great. Doesn't irritate the dog or make her too hot. And beside protection from sharp objects, the blaze orange helps everyone to be able to locate the dog.
By Nick C.
KS
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
November 17, 2013
Great product! Fit great. Was just what was advertised!
By Scott J.
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
November 15, 2013
Got the vest in mail. SUPER FAST shipping. Great heavy duty protective vest, and nice and bright. The staff were great to work with, and seemed to go out of their way to ensure I got what I needed. Thanks
By Tony C.
MT
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
November 13, 2013
Works great. Love it.
By JIM Z.
MI
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
November 5, 2013
Made in USA. Top quality. Watched a cheaper import tear apart on the first snag. Mine still look like new.
By Jeff G.
PA
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
November 3, 2013
I love the vest! And I'm sure my dog would tell you the same when he gets into all the green briars and thickets. I like the bright orange. It's real easy to pick him out when hunting the taller fields of grass or off at a distance in the grouse woods. <p> The only thing that was off was the size measurements. I measured my dog and bought the correct match for his size, but it was too tight across the chest. I went to the next size up, and it was almost perfect -- no rubbing on the legs, shoulders, or belly. If I had to say one thing I don't like about it, it's across the front of his chest. It acts as a scoop for debris to collect in there. So what I will do is pinch it a little to take the belly of material out across the chest and have it sewn there for a custom fit. But I can't blame the manufacturer for that, since like people, dogs are not all the same size and build. <p> BUT the one thing that I will give a 110% satisfaction on is the customer service! When I received this item it did not fit. I made a call and sent it back. In no time I had a new one at my front door, the day before I needed it to go hunt him. I told them on the phone that I would really like to have it before the opening day of pheasant (it was 3 days away), and they did it with no extra charges!!! AWESOME. You got yourself a new customer for all my dog hunting needs for sure. <p> Thanks again Steve. You're a good man!
By Stephen V.
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
October 29, 2013
I had to hoist all 56 pounds of her over a barbed wire fence and used the front and rear straps to do so. It worked perfectly. Both my friend and I have this vest on our dogs and we are both happy with them. PS We got our limit of pheasants in SD.
By Kurtis F.
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
October 25, 2013
Worked great on my thin-skinned GSH pointer in rugged South Dakota brush hunting pheasant!
By Christopher A.
PA
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
October 25, 2013
Used for squirrel hunting. Also bought a smaller one for my Boston Terrier. Fits well. Does not seem to limit mobility. Highly visible.
By David E.
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
October 22, 2013
Just returned from bird hunting trip in the Mid West and the vest fit was excellent for my dog and provided great protection from the brush. I have purchased this brand in the past for my dogs. This vest is very durable.
By Tyler S.
ND
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
October 21, 2013
Works as advertised. I have a 3-year-old and 1-year-old. Ordered mediums for both. Perfect on the old dog with only a slight adjustment. Young dog is still growing, so I bought a size larger than suggested and it still fit him fairly well. Nice, bright orange made both far-ranging dogs easy to spot, plus even after a full day of hunting: NO chaffing! Mighty impressed.
By Brian T.
MN
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
October 18, 2013
Finally a vest for a small dog! Works Great!!
By Julia F.
MI
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
October 18, 2013
My dog at 123 lbs. needed an XXL. It works great. No burrs in his fur, and when he goes through thick brush, no injuries to his skin. He is a large game retrieval and tracking dog.
By David M.
OR
Review for Sylmar Body Guard Dog Vest -- Orange
October 18, 2013
Fits well, and my dog moves easily in it.

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