Leather Girth Extender
Harness Your Dog!
There is an old saying that goes: "When you know better, you do better." Who covers everything in life, into how we treat our pets. Nowadays most veterinarians recommend that dogs instead of wearing harnesses collars. Harnesses are best for most dogs, they are easier on the dog's neck and back.
Harnesses come in a multitude of styles, there is one for each dog and the dog the behavior problem and if your dog is an escape artist, an extractor, a bunny-chaser, or medical problems. Not all harnesses are good for each dog, but there is a style appropriate for each dog.
The first step to find the right harness for your dog is to measure it correctly. The manufacturers do not gear dog race or weight - they use measures. Circumference is the largest number. Take a tape measure and wrap it around your dog's chest just behind the front legs. If you leave it - leave it there for a moment to make sure it is not "puffing" on its coasts and snug it up if you feel loose. You should be able to get a finger or two between the tape measure and your dog, but everything. If she squirms too much, go back a few times and try again.
When you are sure you have an accurate measurement, consider the reasons that you get Fido a harness. Your justification will determine which type is best for you and your dog.
If your dog has a particularly sensitive or neck problems trachea with a "collapse", like many small dogs are prone to, opt for a "Step-in Harness." These are very easy on both you and your dog, just put the front legs through Fido, pull up on his back and clasp it. The fence should rest between the dog "blades" far from his neck.
If your dog is an artist "evasion", bending and shaking his shoulders back, looking for a sling with hook and loop closure at neck and girth. These harnesses look like jackets and should work closely fit, without much room for adjustment, or avoidance. They have the added advantage of being easy to just lay it on the back Phydeaux and smooth straps together neck and girth.
If your dog tends to pull you into the street - try a harness leaves the ring in front of the chest. These seem to work like magic, drawing your dog with you when you begin to pull away.
A harness is particularly popular style almost like a man wear Dickey, with a blanket chest that distributes any pressure from the leash on the dog's chest, instead of concentrating it in the neck. These Coupon usually Fido's head, a leg through an armhole "and the strap is high under the abdomen and attached. Most tissues mesh films and sporty styling.
There are dozens of variations and unique styles of dog harnesses. Wide range of materials from leather Cotton, polyester. It is suitable for every dog and situation. Find a store locally or online with a wide selection from different manufacturers. Do not hesitate to ask for recommendations, staff at the shop you choose should know the strengths of each product they carry.
About the Author
Hope Saidel is the co-owner of Golly Gear, a bricks-and-mortar and online small dog shop featuring fun, affordable and practical products for small dogs, including many kinds of harnesses. She has trained and competed in Obedience with small dogs for over a decade and is President of the North Shore Dog Training Club.
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