| What are some of the uses of dog harnesses? We | | | | for dogs such as pit bulls. There are some made with |
| will discuss a few medical purposes to use a dog | | | | fancy colors and jewels on them. The dress vest |
| harness. Usually a harness is best for small dogs, and | | | | type harness affords the best support. The regular |
| large dogs. When your dog drags you down the | | | | ones are made of strips of leather like ribbons, but |
| sidewalk it is best to attach the lead to a harness. | | | | the dress vest harness is a complete apparel in itself. |
| Uses of dog Harnesses: | | | | So it can be used to protect the dog from the cold, |
| 1. An extra large dog - so that the collar won't cut | | | | or the wind, or even the heat. We must be sure to |
| into his neck. | | | | have the right fit for the dog or it would cause more |
| 2. To help a large dog into the car - using the harness | | | | harm than good. |
| you can easily lift your large dog into the car. | | | | For a large dog, a padded harness might do the trick, |
| 3. Help with dogs who are partially paralyzed - | | | | especially if he is fond of yanking on the harness |
| provide support for their body and to move them. | | | | while you are walking him. Be sure to change the size |
| 4. Assist dogs with severe arthritis or osteoarthritis | | | | of the harness as your dog grows. If he gains |
| 5. Small dogs - support their little bodies | | | | weight, you might find it fits too snug, then it is time |
| A harness is placed around and under the dog's body. | | | | to get a new one that will fit well, and be |
| It may be made of leather, cloth, or material. The | | | | comfortable. Of course, if you have a diva dog, you |
| leather harness may be plain, or it may have metal | | | | might own several types, such as those that have |
| spikes on it. The harness with metal spikes are used | | | | bling or jewels on them. |