Will My Dog Walk Better With A Harness Or A Collar

STOWMARKET, U.K. - Dec. 6, 2015 - PRLog -- As loving pet owners we always want what's best for our furry friends.

For some dogs, a walk can be more of a chore than a joy and when it comes down to it, we just want to see our dog as happy as possible.

If you have a sensitive dog or one that has been spooked by a particular negative event, then you'll do whatever you can to make 'walkies' as much of an enjoyable experience as possible.

There are many mixed views on whether a harness or collar is better and many more debates on the subject of which one is more comfortable for your dog.

The best way to decide is to actually look at how your dog reacts to both.

If you have tried a collar and your dog seems distressed or unhappy, make sure that you don't have the collar too tight. You should be able to place your finger between the collar and your dog's neck without you having to force it. On the flip side, the collar should not be too loose as it is then possible for your dog to free itself from the collar.

If you have a small dog then a harness might be a better choice. Some small dogs have more delicate areas around the neck and if they constantly pull when wearing a collar this can cause long term damage.

A harness should provide a stable and comfortable platform around the body and chest area and most of the pulling force is targeted at the areas around the shoulders and chest, which takes the strain away from the neck area. Having said all this if your dog does not pull excessively on a walk and has no respiratory issues then a collar can work just as well.

However, if you have a dog that pulls and your training techniques have yielded no positive results then a harness can help to control, steer and stop your dog. You can find a great and varied selection of harnesses in most pet stores these days. Some have lead attachment points at the top and at the front and each attachement point has its uses and advantages.

If you have a larger dog you should make sure that any collar or harness is big enough to support the neck or body area of your dog. The collar should fit snugly and a general rule of thumb is to place a finger in between the collar and your dog's neck. If you can do this and you feel a slight pinch then the collar is a decent fit.

If you can place your finger in the gap very easily or find it difficult to do so, then the collar might be too loose or too tight. The collar also needs to be a suitable thickness as this can help to ease the pulling strain across a larger part of the neck.

If you are looking for a large dog harness you are best to choose one that provides enough support and to equally distribute the pulling forces from all directions. There are simple strap harnesses with front and top atttachments and also larger, padded saddle style harnesses that cover a larger portion of the chest and body.

There are even dog harnesses that have handles at the top, which allow you to move your dog or even pick it up quickly in an emergency. The one you get will depend on the size of your dog and if it is sensitive to a particular type or style.

Of course, you should always keep a collar on your dog even if it is for identification purposes only. Whether you choose to use the collar as a walking aid is entirely up to you.

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