Ancol Bite Teddy Harness

A step-in mesh harness for puppies and small dogs, with nothing going over the head

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From £9.99

Not sure of the size? Check the measuring guide

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No girth measurements have been published, and the two sizes share a name

That is an awkward combination on a harness, because chest girth is the only number that actually decides fit, and there is nothing here to check your dog against. Worse, the size options are listed under identical product names, so they cannot be told apart from the listing itself - measure around the deepest part of the chest, just behind the front legs, and ask us to confirm which size a code refers to before you order rather than after. There is no washing instruction supplied either, and mesh with a reflective strip bonded to it is not something to put through a hot wash on a guess.

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Easy to use, made to last

Why we chose it

The step-in cut is the only real reason to choose one small harness over another, and Ancol build it in rather than charging a premium for it. Small Bite is a range designed around small dogs instead of a large dog's harness shrunk down, and that shows in the shape of it. The reflective strip comes as standard too, which counts for more on a dog this size than on a big one.

— Matt, founder

Size guide & how to measure

Harnesses are sized by the chest (girth) — the measurement around the widest part of the ribcage, just behind the front legs.

How to measure

Stand your pet up squarely.
Wrap a soft tape around the widest part of the chest, just behind the front legs.
Keep two fingers under the tape so the fit is snug, not tight.
If your pet is between sizes, choose the larger one.

Size	Typical chest / girth	Rough guide
XS	28–40 cm	Toy breeds, kittens, very small dogs
S	38–53 cm	Small dogs (e.g. Dachshund, Yorkie)
M	50–68 cm	Medium dogs (e.g. Cocker Spaniel, Beagle)
L	65–85 cm	Large dogs (e.g. Labrador, Boxer)
XL	82–105 cm	Giant breeds (e.g. German Shepherd, Rottweiler)

Ranges are approximate and vary by style. Always check this product’s Specifications for its exact measurements.

Specifications

Brand: Ancol

Full description

Putting anything over a puppy's head is a negotiation, and it is one you lose more often than you win. Some dogs never get comfortable with it at all: the head goes down, the ears go back, and every single walk starts with a small argument before anybody has reached the front door.

A step-in harness removes that from the process entirely - the dog stands into it and it fastens on the back - and that is the design decision this one is built around. Ancol aim it specifically at head-shy dogs and at puppies still learning what a harness is. The rest of it is a comfort-fit shape in breathable mesh, in the teddy-bear fabric the range takes its name from, with a reflective strip worked in for low-light walks. It sits in Ancol's Small Bite range, which is their line designed around small dogs rather than scaled down from large ones.

Step-in design, so nothing goes over the dog's head
Comfort-fit shape in breathable mesh
Reflective strip for visibility on low-light walks
Part of Ancol's Small Bite range, for puppies and small dogs
Rose colourway

No girth measurements have been published, and the two sizes share a name. That is an awkward combination on a harness, because chest girth is the only number that actually decides fit, and there is nothing here to check your dog against. Worse, the size options are listed under identical product names, so they cannot be told apart from the listing itself - measure around the deepest part of the chest, just behind the front legs, and ask us to confirm which size a code refers to before you order rather than after. There is no washing instruction supplied either, and mesh with a reflective strip bonded to it is not something to put through a hot wash on a guess.

Who it's for: owners of a puppy or small dog that objects to anything coming over its head, and anyone starting harness training who wants the fitting to be the easy part of the walk rather than the hard part.

Delivery

Tracked UK delivery — your estimated arrival date is shown above and updates automatically. Standard delivery £2.99, and free on orders over £39. Full details on our delivery information page. Delivery information

Returns

14 days to change your mind, no interrogation. Items need to be unused (sensory products unopened, for hygiene). Full details on our delivery & returns page.

Payment

Secure checkout by Stripe — cards, Apple Pay, Link and Klarna. We never see or store your card details.

Common questions

Does it go over my dog's head?

No. It is a step-in design, so the dog stands into it and it fastens on the back. Ancol aim it at head-shy dogs and puppies in training.

What size does my dog need?

We cannot tell you from the listing, and we would rather say so. No girth measurements have been published against these sizes, so measure around the deepest part of the chest behind the front legs and check with us first.

Is it visible in the dark?

There is a reflective strip on it for low-light walks. It is not a lit or high-visibility harness.

What is it made of?

Ancol describe a comfort-fit shape in breathable mesh. Nothing more specific about the fabric has been supplied to us.

Will it fit a fully grown dog?

It is from Ancol's Small Bite range, made for puppies and small dogs. A small adult, yes. A large breed, no.

Which options can I choose from?

Xxsml, X-Small. Pick one above before adding to your basket.

How long does delivery take?

Your estimated delivery date is shown above and updates automatically. UK orders are sent tracked — standard delivery is £2.99, and free on orders over £39.

How do I track my order?

As soon as your order is dispatched we email you a tracking link, so you can follow it all the way to your door.

How do I choose the right size?

Use the size guide above to measure your pet, then pick the size whose range your measurement falls within. If you’re between sizes, size up. Still unsure? Email us before you order.

What if I need to return my order?

You have 14 days from delivery to change your mind. Just email us with your order number and we’ll send the return steps the same working day — see our delivery & returns page for details.

Why buy from Giddy Pets?

Carefully selected by pet ownersEvery product is chosen and quality-checked by people who actually live with dogs, cats and small pets.
Tracked delivery on every orderUK delivery with tracking as standard — and it’s free when you spend over £39.
UK customer supportReal, UK-based humans read every email — usually Matt, the founder. No bots, no ticket numbers.
Easy returns14 days to change your mind, no interrogation. If it’s not right, we’ll make it right.