Secret Squirrel vs. Don't Tread on Me PVC Patch
By K9 Tactical Gear Inc | Published: 2026-10-31
Category: Comparisons
Compare two Mil Spec Monkey PVC morale patches on size, color options, and hook backing so you can pick the right one for your dog harness or range bag.
Quick answer
Pick the Secret Squirrel PVC Patch if you want one fixed size and a low-key design for everyday gear. Choose the Don't Tread on Me PVC Patch if you need size or color options to match a specific harness, pack, or uniform.
Size and color options change the decision
The Don't Tread on Me patch comes in two sizes, Small (1.5" x 2") and Large (3" x 2.35"), and the large size is offered in Forest, Urban, and Multicam color options. That range lets you fit the patch to a small loop panel on a dog harness or a larger panel on a range bag, and match a color scheme instead of settling for one look.
The Secret Squirrel patch is listed at approximately 2.65 inches by 3.2 inches, with color as its available option type. That single footprint sits between the two Don't Tread on Me sizes, so it covers more panel area than the small version but does not offer the large version's size flexibility.
Where the trade-off shows up on dog gear
On a dog harness, a smaller patch is less likely to catch on brush or crowd a handle, while a larger patch reads more clearly from a distance. The Don't Tread on Me small size is the safer starting point for compact harness panels; the Secret Squirrel patch and the Don't Tread on Me large size both need a panel with enough room for a roughly 3-inch-wide patch.
Both patches use PVC construction and Velcro backing, so the attachment method is the same. The real difference is how much panel space you commit and whether you want color choices to coordinate with the rest of your kit.
Key trade-offs to weigh
- Panel space: Measure the loop panel on your harness, pack, or uniform before ordering. The Don't Tread on Me small size suits tight panels; the Secret Squirrel patch and Don't Tread on Me large size need roughly 3 inches of width. If the panel is under 3 inches wide, start with the small Don't Tread on Me.
- Color matching: The Don't Tread on Me large size offers Forest, Urban, and Multicam, while the Secret Squirrel patch lists color as its option type. If exact color coordination matters, confirm the available color before you buy.
- Design intent: The Don't Tread on Me design makes a visible statement; the Secret Squirrel design is a lower-key tactical motif. Choose based on how much attention you want the patch to draw on dog gear or everyday carry.
Product facts at a glance
- Don't Tread on Me PVC Patch: Available in Small (1.5" x 2") and Large (3" x 2.35"), with Forest, Urban, and Multicam color options on the large size. You can size the patch to the loop panel you actually have and coordinate colors with your harness or pack.
Don't Tread on Me PVC Patch - Secret Squirrel PVC Patch: Measures approximately 2.65 inches by 3.2 inches and uses PVC construction with Velcro backing. It fits a mid-size loop panel and attaches the same way as the other patch, so the choice comes down to design and footprint.
Secret Squirrel PVC Patch
Which patch fits your setup
Best for
- Owners who need a small patch for a compact dog harness panel
- Buyers who want color options to match a pack or uniform
- Those who want a visible statement design on their gear
Not for
- Buyers who need one fixed mid-size patch and do not want to compare sizes
- Anyone whose loop panel is narrower than about 3 inches and wants the larger options
