Kurgo On-Trail Running Belt
A comfortable hands free running belt for well trained dogs, a poor match for pullers.
The short version
- Runners and hikers with a dog that heels well
- People who want a phone, keys and water on the body
- Owners running two well trained dogs
- Your dog pulls or lunges on leash
- You need a leash included, since this belt takes a separate one
- You want a large water bottle for long runs
What owners like
- Comfortable and does not bounce much while running
- Carries the basics without feeling bulky
- Hands free running with a dog on either side
Common complaints
- Only works well with dogs that already walk calmly on leash
- Two dogs on one belt can tangle
- A hard pull lands on the runner's waist, so strong pullers are a poor match
Based on Kurgo's product page, the Amazon listings for the old and current belt, and two hands on blog reviews of the earlier K9 Excursion version (West Coast Heeler Pack and Betty Livin). Owner feedback on the On-Trail version itself was thin..
Research scores
Scored from the maker's specs and what owners report. Drew's own notes and photos will refine these.
Ownership
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What it does
A hands free waist belt for running or walking with one or two dogs; the Kurgo K9 Excursion belt is no longer sold, and its Amazon listing now carries this replacement.
- Two sliding clips let one or two dogs run on either side
- Zippered pocket with a divider and key clip
- Carries a small water bottle on a bungee
- MOLLE strap for add on pouches such as a treat bag
- Reflective trim for low light runs
A reasonable pick for runners and hikers whose dogs already walk well on a loose leash, since it carries a phone, keys and a small water bottle and leaves both hands free. Reviewers of the earlier Excursion belt found it comfortable with little bounce, but warned it does not suit dogs that pull hard, and two dogs can tangle.
How it compares
Specs
- Waist fit
- 25 to 45 inches
- Leash attachment
- Two sliding leash clips, works with standard leashes (leash not included)
- Storage
- Zippered pocket with divider and key clip, fits phones up to iPhone 11 size
- Water bottle
- 10 oz BPA free bottle with bungee holder
- Fabric
- Water resistant
- Extras
- MOLLE strap, reflective detailing
- Care
- Hand wash, air dry
- Warranty
- Kurgo Lifetime Guarantee against manufacturing defects
Questions
What happened to the Kurgo K9 Excursion running belt?
It is no longer listed by Kurgo. Its Amazon listing now shows the Kurgo On-Trail Running Belt, which keeps the dual leash clips, pocket and bottle.
What waist size does the Kurgo On-Trail belt fit?
Kurgo lists a 25 to 45 inch waist range.
Does the Kurgo running belt come with a leash?
No. It has two sliding clips that work with standard leashes.
Is a running belt good for a dog that pulls?
Reviewers of the earlier Excursion version advise against it for strong pullers, since the force goes to the runner's waist.
Sources
- Kurgo: On-Trail Running Belt
- Amazon.com: Kurgo On Trail Running Belt
- Amazon.com: Kurgo Excursion Belt listing
- West Coast Heeler Pack: Kurgo K9 Excursion Running Belt
- Betty Livin: Kurgo K9 Running Belt Review
Researched 2026-10-02. We bought this product; our page is built from the maker's details and what owners report across reviews and forums. We never copy Amazon customer reviews.