Figure-Eight Harness – This type of harness has two loops, one that fits behind the front legs and another that goes around the neck. The leash attaches where the two loops come together at the withers (the base of the neck above the shoulders). Figure-H Harness – This harness has two loops like a figure-eight, but instead of the loops being directly connected, they are linked by a separate piece of material such as a nylon strap. Vest – A fitted fabric vest that fastens around the neck and belly with Velcro, buttons, or zippers, and which has a ring at the back to attach a leash.
Make a loop for a handle at one end. Secure it with rope clamps or by tying a bowline knot. Attach the other end of the rope to a snap hook. You can attack it with rope clamps or tie it with a knot such as a davy knot.
Fold the rope so that you have two unequal lengths, one about 6 feet and the other two feet. Loop the center of the fold under the bunny’s neck. Cross the two sides over the bunny’s back between his shoulders and run the shorter around his chest just behind his legs and back up to meet the other side of the rope. Tie a slip knot where the two ropes meet. This will allow you to adjust the harness when taking it off and putting it back on.
Pass the handle through the ring to make a loop. Loop the handle back through the ring a second time to make another loop. Place the looser loop around the rabbit’s chest behind his front legs and the other loop around the neck, with the ring on top between the shoulders. Use the excess rope as a leash, or if you are using a smaller lead, attach a leash to the loose end of the lead.
A collar that fits your rabbit’s neck. One that fits around his chest just behind his front legs. A long collar that will be used as the connecting piece.
Cut the cloth to the appropriate dimensions. You’ll want to leave a little extra fabric for attachments. If the vest will attach with Velcro or buttons, the two sides will need to overlap completely. Wrap the cut cloth around your bunny, and mark where his legs are. Cut out holes for the legs. Reinforce all edges of the fabric, including the leg holes, by folding the fabric over and sewing it down. Attach Velcro, clasps, buttons, or zippers. Sew a ring onto the top of the vest between your bunny’s shoulders.
