How to put a harness on the dog
Both the master and the dog would benefit from walking. Aside from being a good bonding time, both the exercise and the social needs of the pet and the master will be met. The master will gain friends as a dog would always be a good ice breaker. The dog, on the other hand will have a chance to meet and play with other dogs.
Walking the dog though can be a stressful activity for the dog and more so for the dog owner. A dog that has the habit of pulling on the leash can injure its back and neck. The dog owner will be stressed out even more if the pet has the habit of slipping out of the collar. If you have similar concerns in walking your dog a harness would be a better alternative to a collar? By using a harness the pressure will be distributed evenly on the dog's body thus even if the dog pulls on the leash neck injuries can be prevented.
A harness would be a better alternative to collars for dogs that have the inclination to pull on the leash. Harnesses would be more suitable for dog breeds with delicate necks and small heads. Unlike a collar, a harness may be a bit complicated to put on and the dog may not tolerate the pressure of the harness bands on its body. So how would you put on a harness on your dog?
Dogs are generally compliant because they have an innate eagerness to please thus making the pet wear a harness should not be too difficult. Before putting on the harness, play with the dog for a while. Praise and treats will make the dog biddable. Expect the dog to wiggle thus it would be best to let the dog stand between your legs.
This position will allow you to restrain the dog with your knees if it tries to vault. Slip the neck loop over the dog's head. Check the fit of the neck loop. You must be able to insert two fingers under the collar. Bend the leg and gently lift one foot through one opening on the side of the breast plate. Repeat the procedure on the other leg. Ensure that the breast plate is correctly positioned between the legs. Pull the band over the dog's belly and snap the buckle together. Make sure that the fit is correct.
Walking the dog though can be a stressful activity for the dog and more so for the dog owner. A dog that has the habit of pulling on the leash can injure its back and neck. The dog owner will be stressed out even more if the pet has the habit of slipping out of the collar. If you have similar concerns in walking your dog a harness would be a better alternative to a collar? By using a harness the pressure will be distributed evenly on the dog's body thus even if the dog pulls on the leash neck injuries can be prevented.
A harness would be a better alternative to collars for dogs that have the inclination to pull on the leash. Harnesses would be more suitable for dog breeds with delicate necks and small heads. Unlike a collar, a harness may be a bit complicated to put on and the dog may not tolerate the pressure of the harness bands on its body. So how would you put on a harness on your dog?
Dogs are generally compliant because they have an innate eagerness to please thus making the pet wear a harness should not be too difficult. Before putting on the harness, play with the dog for a while. Praise and treats will make the dog biddable. Expect the dog to wiggle thus it would be best to let the dog stand between your legs.
This position will allow you to restrain the dog with your knees if it tries to vault. Slip the neck loop over the dog's head. Check the fit of the neck loop. You must be able to insert two fingers under the collar. Bend the leg and gently lift one foot through one opening on the side of the breast plate. Repeat the procedure on the other leg. Ensure that the breast plate is correctly positioned between the legs. Pull the band over the dog's belly and snap the buckle together. Make sure that the fit is correct.
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