🧰Accessories for a Leonberger: harness, bowls and essentials

Leonberger : Plan for an XL harness with a back handle and a wide, very strong leash: a pulling Leonberger outweighs many adults. Expect to pay 60 to 100 euros for a harness built for giant breeds.

In short: Giant dog, 65 to 80 cm and 45 to 77 kg, long double coat with dense undercoat, moderate energy. A placid family giant, gentle with children despite its imposing bulk. Its very long growth phase and 45 to 77 kg frame call for oversized gear and an orthopaedic bed from an early age.

Harness and lead sized for the Leonberger

The right harness for a 45 to 77 kg Leonberger: Y-cut, size XL to XXL, two adjustment points minimum — too loose it twists, too tight it blocks the shoulder. A 2-metre lead in town and a longer one for strolls match its steady pace.

Bowls and daily kit

For its 420-650 g daily, stable stainless steel remains the reference; go slow-feed if the Leonberger bolts its ration in seconds. The basics remain: continuous fresh water, a mat under the bowls, an airtight container to keep the kibble fresh.

The extras that genuinely matter for this breed

an undercoat tool (soft de-shedder) and a lint brush for textiles; a boot ramp to spare its joints — each under €40. The detailed picks are on the full Leonberger profile.

Frequently asked questions

What harness size for a Leonberger?

Size XL to XXL for an adult of 45 to 77 kg, in an adjustable Y-cut — measure the girth behind the elbows to decide between two sizes.

What starter budget for a Leonberger?

Expect €250 to 450 for the full kit (bed, harness and lead, bowls, crate, toys, brush), food excluded.

The guides that apply to you

The rest of the Leonberger’s gear

Accessories for related breeds and species