Monday, June 10, 2013

Using A Dog Harness Is Safer For Your Pet

By Lucille Lamb


Pet owners are rapidly realizing the benefits of using a dog harness. Not only does this make your dog more comfortable, but it also reduces the risk of injury. They are especially important when driving a car as your pet could easily fall out in an accident. Also, using harnesses helps teach your dog not to pull while you are walking him.

There are a number or reasons people use dog harnesses. First, the design is safer and much more comfortable than collars. The reason for this is because they distribute the force to their chest instead of their neck. This will also keep him from slipping out underneath the collar and also helps reduce choking risks.

It is very important to use harnesses if you are planning on taking your pet with you while you are driving. Dogs that are restrained will be safer traveling if they are restrained in a seat belt. In fact, there are harnesses designed especially for using in a car. They work by restraining your dog in an accident or even just a quick stop. Also, this can help drivers stay focused because the animal will not distract them as easily. It may also keep the pet from escaping when you open the door. Some states are considering bills to require pet restraint.

One big issue with walking large dogs is that they pull and can be hard to control. Pulling is also dangerous, especially with small dogs, as it can hurt their neck. The harnesses are designed to tighten around the chest, this causes the dog to walk back. This gets their attention and they will pay more attention to their owner.

If you have a young animal or if you need to train a working dog, harnesses can be very helpful. In fact, for most types of working dogs this is necessary. They come in both nylon and leather, which work the same even though the leather is more expensive. These harnesses have extra padding and other features that assist you in training your dogs for agitation or protection duties. They help keep both trainers and animals safe.

There are many different types of harnesses. Some are made for assistance animals; these include a hand grip that allows the disabled person to be led by the service animal. It also includes additional padding, this is especially important if the animal is pulling a wheelchair. There are also special designs for dogs that pull sleds.

Some harnesses are built into pet clothing. Of course, these are generally only worn by small or hairless dogs. It is very important that you make sure to buy the correct sized collar or harness. You should measure your dog to ensure that you have a snug fit.

The most important decision in choosing a dog harness is the fit. However, you should also think about the purpose; is it to assist with training, to stop pulling, or to use on a working dog? One you have made these decisions then you can easily choose the correct device.




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