| Some dog breeds need a harness when walking vs. a | | | | that come with a leash attached and are primarily |
| dog collar. Smaller dogs such as Yorkshire Terriers, | | | | used on smaller breeds. |
| Maltese and Chihuahuas need to walk on a harness | | | | Some trainers object to using a harness because it |
| to avoid damaging their trachea and delicate necks. | | | | can be more difficult to train a dog, especially for the |
| Even some larger dogs like bulldogs and pugs are | | | | "come" command. |
| better on a harness because collars can easily slide | | | | Restraining straps in pet carriers are for use with a |
| off their thick necks. Any dog that tends to pull a lot | | | | harness only. Never attach the strap to a collar |
| while walking should also be on a harness. | | | | because it is a choking hazard. The same goes for a |
| A regular harness will not inhibit pulling because the | | | | seatbelt. It is also important to keep your pet in the |
| mid section is actually the strongest part of the dog. | | | | back seat, in a car seat, kennel or use a seat belt |
| Use a "no pull" harness made from a softer material if | | | | attachment. Pets should never be in the front seat |
| your dog tugs when walking with you. | | | | where they can interfere with the driver or suffer an |
| One of the downsides of using a harness is that | | | | injury or death if an airbag deploys during an accident. |
| some are difficult to put on. Your best bet is a step | | | | You can attach tags and charms to a harness, but |
| in harness where the dog just straddles a center | | | | they do look better on a collar, so consider investing |
| strap, one paw in one side and then the other side | | | | in the matching collar to keep on the dog all the time |
| and you pull it up, clip it on the back and attach a | | | | and use the harness for walking. |
| leash. There are even one-piece step in harnesses | | | | |