HARNESSES
There are several good Harnesses to choose from for your dog. As not everyone wants to take the time to train their dog to heel with a buckle collar neither do they want their dog pulling their arm out of its socket or choking themselves by pulling on leash, nor do they want their dog jumping on people. So for those looking for an easier way this page will give you several alternatives.
HEAD HALTI & GENTLE LEADER-Pros & Cons
Since the leash is attached to the dog's nose, when the dog pulls, it turns his head back toward you similar to the way a horse's halter would. Best for very strong pullers since it gives control of the head. Takes some training for most dogs to get comfortable wearing it.
It is possible you could strain his neck if you were to pull the head collar too hard.
HEAD HALTI & GENTLE LEADER-Pros & Cons
Since the leash is attached to the dog's nose, when the dog pulls, it turns his head back toward you similar to the way a horse's halter would. Best for very strong pullers since it gives control of the head. Takes some training for most dogs to get comfortable wearing it.
It is possible you could strain his neck if you were to pull the head collar too hard.
HORGAN HARNESS-Pros & Cons
When the dog pulls, the padded straps around the dog's back legs tighten which discourages pulling. The unique design may work for dogs when other devices have not. Does not twist the dog's spine or cause pain. Sensitive dogs may not like the feeling of the straps on the back legs and refuse to walk. Dogs that still pull may put pressure on their neck collar so a regular harness can be used instead to attach the Horgan Harness to. Not easy to put on.
DREAM WALKER-Pros & Cons
When the dog pulls, a cord constricts across the dog's front legs which makes it difficult for him to continue to pull. Effective and comfortable. Does not twist or turn dog to the side. Easy to transition the dog to walking nicely without the harness. Difficult to find & takes some time to do the initial fitting. DreamWalker is currently only one size which fits dogs 50 - 130 lbs.
When the dog pulls, the padded straps around the dog's back legs tighten which discourages pulling. The unique design may work for dogs when other devices have not. Does not twist the dog's spine or cause pain. Sensitive dogs may not like the feeling of the straps on the back legs and refuse to walk. Dogs that still pull may put pressure on their neck collar so a regular harness can be used instead to attach the Horgan Harness to. Not easy to put on.
DREAM WALKER-Pros & Cons
When the dog pulls, a cord constricts across the dog's front legs which makes it difficult for him to continue to pull. Effective and comfortable. Does not twist or turn dog to the side. Easy to transition the dog to walking nicely without the harness. Difficult to find & takes some time to do the initial fitting. DreamWalker is currently only one size which fits dogs 50 - 130 lbs.
SPORN HARNESS-Pros & Cons
When the dog pulls, a cord or strap tightens around the belly and armpits causing an upward force to inhibit pulling.
Pretty easy to put on and the dog doesn't generally mind wearing them but doesn't seem to reduce pulling after the first few walks. There is nothing limiting the degree to which the cord can tighten, which could injure a rambunctious dog.
When the dog pulls, a cord or strap tightens around the belly and armpits causing an upward force to inhibit pulling.
Pretty easy to put on and the dog doesn't generally mind wearing them but doesn't seem to reduce pulling after the first few walks. There is nothing limiting the degree to which the cord can tighten, which could injure a rambunctious dog.