| k9 PFD recommendation
We have 2 island dogs (adopted from a shelter in Sint Maarten). One loves diving off the dingy to swim around the mothership, the other hates getting her feet wet. Both wear PFD's whenever we are under way and on most dingy rides. Reason? Handles. Have you ever tried to catch up a swimming dog without being mauled by their toenails in the process? If we ever need to fish them out, we want a secure, balanced handle. Also helps getting them back in the boat from the dink and up the ladder when we are on the hard. Other advantages include: increased visibility, insulation (like I said, they are island dogs and shiver when its below 80), and body armour for the inevitable bumps on a lumpy day.
After trying many brands, we stuck with "Outward Hound". They have alot of flotation, designed ergonomically so they aren't bulky. The belly is a full swath of neoprene, which distributes the load when we are hauling them about. And the hardwear is sturdy.
Here's a pick of the pups in pfds:
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