Tuesday, 24 December 2013

Dog Collars or Harnesses – Which One Is More Suitable for Your Pet?


Most of the people are worried about finding the best method of controlling and training their dogs outdoors. Some of the most prevalent options in the market are the dog harness, the halter and the dog collar. One must consider a lot of factors before buying the right product for their dog.

 To begin with, we can say that the dog collars have got a drawback when compared to a harness as it is quite difficult for the dog to slip out of a harness.

When it comes to training and walking with the smaller dogs, many people prefer to go for a harness as they feel a greater sense of control over them; they can even lift the dog if required. This won’t even damage their fragile spine and neck. Although it may seem that the harness is the ideal choice for most breeds of the dogs but some users have also reported the detrimental effects that they have had on certain breed of dogs. The effects include bolding of the legs, widening of the chest and an increased possibility of dislocation in certain breeds. The number of such cases is quite low and occurs mostly to the smaller dogs having the tendency to pull.

The larger dogs are better controlled when on a collar as compared to a dog harness. In case your dog is stubborn and a strong puller, then using dog collars can have a detrimental effect on his spine and neck. Another option for the larger dogs is a halter harness. It just controls the head, which in turn helps in controlling the whole animal. Also, it is best to use a belt harness when taking your dog in the car.

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