| Should you go for a collar or a dog harness? If you're | | | | harnesses are always the best choice for your small |
| caught in this dilemma, don't worry. There are actually | | | | dogs. First of all, it can relieve your small pet from |
| millions of dog owners who are in the same position | | | | neck strain, which usually happens whenever he |
| as you. The good thing is you will now be enlightened | | | | moves or runs around too fast and you're trying to |
| as to why a dog harness is always the perfect | | | | control him. Since the harness is fitted comfortable |
| choice over the dog collar, especially if you're taking | | | | around his chest, every time he pulls away, the |
| care of small dogs. | | | | weight is evenly distributed through out his shoulders. |
| The Huge Disadvantage of Dog Collars | | | | There is no risk of throat injury, and no more of the |
| Dog collars are ideal when you're training the animal | | | | choking sound. |
| for tricks or drills, or when you want to attach a dog | | | | A harness is also very comfortable to wear, since |
| tag, which is actually mandatory in some states. | | | | the materials used are incredibly soft. They don't |
| However, there's one huge problem with them: they | | | | cause any chafing or matting in your dogs' fur. The |
| could potentially harm the delicate necks of small | | | | most popular dog harnesses are made of soft mesh, |
| dogs. | | | | nylon, or suede. What's more, they are very easy to |
| Dog collars, specifically the halter types, can be truly | | | | clean and are highly durable. They can last for several |
| uncomfortable for your petite furry friend. As a | | | | months or even years. |
| matter of fact, if they are worn too tight, they will | | | | When it comes to fashion, there are many designs |
| not only hurt the throat, but can also restrict them | | | | that you can choose for your dog harness. You can |
| from breathing properly. Moreover, the more that | | | | also easily adjust the size of the harness the more |
| these small dogs will pull away from you, the more | | | | that your small dog grows big. The belt is highly |
| that dog collars will bury deep into their skin. Worse, | | | | adjustable, and the buckles are strong and durable. |
| if a leash is attached to the dog collar and the pet | | | | A good quality dog harness won't only give you the |
| suddenly turns to one side, it could result to a very | | | | kind of control you want over your small dog, but will |
| serious neck injury. Alternatively an accidental jerk on | | | | also help you become a better parent to your pet. |
| the lead could damage their spine. | | | | You can show him that you put great emphasis on |
| Why You Need to Buy a Harness | | | | his health, comfort, and style. |
| For health reasons, protection, and comfort, | | | | |