Reddit mentions: The best dog harnesses

I rescued a german shepherd mix when he was about 2 months old and he just turned 2 years! He's awesome!

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Here are some of my dog's favorites if you're lost on what to Wishlist on Amazon:

• Hands down the best ball for fetch, if he likes fetch
  
• And the launcher I like this one b/c you can just throw it in a backpack and it'll zip all the way closed (I like to keep a backpack w/ my dog's park toys, some treats, poop bags, wet ones/purell, and his shot records) The best thing about the chuck-it is that you don't have to pick up a slobbery ball.
  
• Three very good chew bones
  
• Advantage Multi if you're not often taking him onto tick-heavy hikes. If you need tick control, get Frontline and Interceptor for heartworm.
  
• The best dog frisbee and I've tried a half dozen. Doesn't fly the best, but it's the most durable, safe, and flies great with a little practice.
  
• This Car seat cover is great
  
• Flexi leash is really handy when used appropriately.
  
• Poo bags can never have enough of. and you go through them pretty quick.
  
• Dog backpack great for burning off energy on walks/hikes, and makes them feel like they're doing an important job! I have this one in black. works great.
  
• Collapsible water bowl handy for hikes/camping/outings
  
• european style leather lead (leash) I'm preferential to the feel of leather for leashes/collars. And the european is absolutely the best - adjustable length and super easy to tether them to a pole/fence if you're eating outdoors or running into a store or something (of course use common sense when doing this!)
  
• Harness I'm not a fan of harnesses - they're annoying to put on/take off and just encourage a dog to pull more. But if you want him to pull, towing you on a skateboard or something (my dog loves this) then it's great
  Furminator GSD mixes don't need regular brushing, but this one works great for shedding season
  Dremel for nail trimming GSD = black nails, a bit trickier to trim. I use this with lots of treats to put a nice round edge and take off a bit of length of my dog's nails. works good but get him accustomed to it slowly and with lots of treats. Pretty soon he won't mind.
  *Zukes are great treats for training
  
• Bowls that don't tip over. Easy to wash. can't break. My pick.
  
• Big crate I use for vacations when I bring my dog but need to leave him in a hotel room or something. It's big and bulky but I like to give him room to move around comfortably.
  
• A good shampoo I like hydrosurge unscented but it's not on Amazon =\
  
• deodorizer I give my dog a little spritz between baths if he starts to get funky
  
• A shower head like this makes bathing super painless. I just bring my dog in the shower w/ me along with some treats and it's quick and easy.
  
• a scrubber like this gets my dog cleaner than I can with my hands. I found one at petco I like
  
  
  Wow I kind of didn't realize I have so much shit for my dog. But he's family so...anyway. Also costco has great beds for $20ish (comparably $80+ from a petstore) They also carry Frontline, lots of treats (buscuits, duck breast jerkey - the best!) good food (Iams ProActive goes on sale once in a while, and they also carry Natures Domain salmon/sweet potato food that's really good).

In what way would selection bias apply? Honestly asking for clarification.


Eta: I wrote a novel. Just...a warning.

>Also, as a force free dog trainer with 12 years experience, what is your better suggestion? Do you have any methods, techniques, regimes, secrets and protocols to share?

I've had really good luck with a few things.

Firstly, having someone other than the standard walking person (so, usually me) switch in. This helps for a few reasons, it gives the owners a break so they can reduce their frustration level, it gives me a chance to assess the dog hands on and to start figuring out what methods I'll use, and it's a change in routine which gives you the opportunity to modify the rules when the dog is more receptive - she doesnt have a habit of pulling with me, so I'll have an easier time putting some base level work in than the owner will. (This is no shade on the owners at all, to be clear.)

Second step, with this dog I'd start in on the relaxation protocol at home. It really sounds like they've tried the "tired dog is a good dog" stuff, so sometimes you need to switch that up and teach the dog how to calm themselves. I've met a lot of really high energy drivey dogs who have absolutely no idea how to actually be calm. This works really well for them, and helps reduce the stress level while occupying their brain.

Third step would be the harness issue. It's not sustainable for anyone who walks a dog to come home sore and aching every time... especially since it's really likely the dog is feeling the same and its contributing to the issue. I'd try a better fitting harness, a rear clip type, or one with lots of places to clip in. (1, 2, 3)

Ok, into the real practical stuff. How would I personally address the pulling?

Ironically, I'd start by not going on walks for a few weeks. OP mentions the dog is stressed on walks, that anything other than pulling straight forward like a train causes the dog to show stress signs. So you need to start by reducing that stress. It takes TIME for those stress hormones to dissipate, and daily walks mean shes getting a fresh dose every time. Ideally the meds OP tried would have helped (Trying a different med would be another option - different meds work differently for each individual. One bad go doesnt mean it's not worth trying another!) but since they haven't...reduce the stress another way.

This doesnt mean you stop exercising the dog. Obviously that's not an option. But do it differently. Will the dog play fetch? Drive to a big feild outside of town and do that. Would the dog like agility? Take a fun class. Would the dog like swimming? Drive to a lake and try it out. Take the dog to a fenced area and play chase with them. If your dog likes dog parks and you're comfortable with the ones near you then do that. (I know dog parks are controversial basically everywhere, but they work well for some dogs. That's up to OP.)

If you have no options use a flirt pole in the backyard, for physical exercise.

But shake up what you're doing.

And then you address mental exercise, which is often overlooked (although it sounds like OP has probably tried some of this). Teach a new trick, ideally a silly one so it's fun bonding time rather than "super serious" training time. Use puzzle feeders, DIY ones if you're on a budget. Do a doggy scavenger hunt for toys or their dinner. Do a scent work class. Etc.

Take the focus away from leash walking entirely for a bit to give a reset. At least with the owner holding the leash.

Once you've got the dogs overall baseline of stress a bit lower you start from zero on leash walking.

By starting over in your basement with no leash. Just set the dog free in a big empty room (use what you've got - if that's your living room with furniture pushed back, whatever. Itll do.) Have treats, but dont direct the dog. Let them be distracted. Whenever pup comes near you use a marker (word or clicker, dealer's choice) and drop a treat. Then you move away.

Slowly amble around the room. No pattern, change directions. Whenever the dog moves to be near, mark and treat.

When the dog is obviously purposefully being near you start walking. Every step they take with you mark and reward. Stop before the dog is bored. Ideally, when they're still enjoying the game.

Do that for a week, use a toy to reward with tug or fetch if your dog will play. But keep it fun and light.

Then you do the usual, move through the steps of basic leash walking, still no leash though.

I'd also add in some silky leash practice, seperate from the leash walking practice. So she learns there is an option to pulling and that giving in to pressure, rather than leaning in (opposition reflex) is better.

So in all, itd be a big plan with lots of moving parts. I have had a lot of luck with dogs like this. Even if it's just a walking client who isnt interested in training, if I'm walking the dog 3-5 times a week (30 minute walks) I can usually see a serious improvement within a month.

Since I dont have any relationship with the dog initially I usually "cheat" and use hotdog, chicken, and "life rewards" like running, play, and the 300 peck method.

If the dog figures out that they can get to run a bit, or play chase, or tug if they walk nice for a few steps then I'm past the tough part. Sure, our first walks dont get very far, but since I use activity as part of the reward the dog is still getting exercise. I have not had much luck with the typical "stand still and wait them out" methods because of this - if I'm paid to walk the dog I'm not paid to stand still with the dog.

Lastly. And probably the bit people will roast me for. Some dogs hate standard walks. Whether that's because the dog find city noise stressful, is reactive to dogs or people, is anxious, etc. Some dogs just do better if you exercise them, mentally and physically, in other ways.

I've had a very small number of clients really see their dog blossom after cutting out normal walks.

Often these dogs do fine hiking, walking in nature outside of cities (where they're basically not going to meet other dogs or strangers), or just taking classes, running in fields, playing with flirt toys.

Its worth considering. If the point of "walking the dog" comes down to a benefit to the dog...but the dog isnt actually benefiting, then replacing the walk with other options can be the right answer.

We used a method called "Make Like A Tree" when training my GSD to walk nicely on a leash. Your dog is definitely not too old for it.

Start at your door like you're about to go for a walk. Hold the leash low enough so that it gets taut as soon as her shoulder passes your thigh. She should not have very much room to go in front of you at all before she is pulling. As soon as you open the door, she's probably going to try to walk out in front of you, right? So stand your ground, hold her leash in that position and don't move. Let her pull and tug and lunge out the door and completely ignore her. Have a treat on hand so that as soon as she realizes her efforts are futile and turns her attention back to you, you can reward her. Lure her back to your side with a treat (this may need to be a really high-value treat if she's a serious puller). As soon as she's sitting by your side in a heel position take one step out the door. If she immediately lunges ahead of you, just freeze and wait until she turns her attention towards you again. If it's taking her a long time to focus on you, you can try making funny noises, whistling, and saying her name to try and shorten the time that she isn't listening. Repeat the same thing as before, luring her back to your side and take another step. Keep doing this, just in your front yard. I've found that it helps to set a timer on my phone and keep it in my back pocket. I tend to get frustrated with my pup when he doesn't listen (don't we all?) so I set a timer for 15 minutes. After that, we go inside for a little while and try again later. You being frustrated is going to cause you to expect more of the dog and be rougher on the leash, both of which will just cause her training to go slower. This is a pretty lengthy process that requires a lot of patience, but it's so worth it in the end.

Once she understands the concept of staying by your side in front of your house, start going around the neighborhood or down the street. When she's by your side continually praise her in a happy, cheery voice. I've found it helpful to teach my boy "Watch me!" so that whenever I give him the command, he will look up at me. This is great for when I see another person or dog approaching him and know he is going to want to pull. I say watch me ahead of time and continually feed him treats until we are past the distraction. If your dog does pull, just do the same thing as the beginning- freeze and hold your ground until she's back in the heel position.

I would recommend getting a martingale collar for your pup, or a front-latching harness. The martingale collar will tighten a little when the dog pulls, which I have found to help them understand why you are stopping. It's also better for their neck, as it distributes the weight of their pulling across the entire circumference of the neck, instead of right on their trachea. The added bonus is that it self-tightens, so she can't slip out of it if she starts throwing her head around in frustration. Don't confuse this with a choke chain or prong collar or anything. The martingale can only tighten a little bit, and it's usually made out of heavier fabric, so it will loosen as soon as your pup stops pulling. The front-latching harness is really helpful because it will turn your dog to face you whenever he pulls, but cinching across his shoulders and not letting him walk any further. This is great, because you'll want to lure him into a heel position every time he gets ahead of you on the leash and what better way to do that then have him already face you! It's also useful if your pup is an especially strong puller. The harness will stop her motion as soon as the leash is taut, so it's much easier for you to control her if she's really strong. I had a ton of success with the front-latching harness and my pup. Hope this helps!

Walking with the leash attached to the collar can be harmful. This is an interesting article with a lot of information that explains the potential issue that can arise from using a collar. A dog can receive neck injuries, ear and eye issues, hypothyroidism, malfunctioning in the forelimbs' nervous system, and behavioral problems. It concludes by urging dog owners to buy a harness.

Also note, many think that harnesses make dogs pull more, but this isn't true. The harnesses with an attachment point in the back are what do this because it gives the dog more leverage. If the only times your dog is pulling is when she panics, then using a back attachment point is viable, but you want sturdy harness with a grip then.

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If you are interested in some alternatives (based on the information you've given), here are some I'd recommend:

Simple No-Pull Harness - I used one like this at one point. This one is really lightweight and non-obstructive. If you need a harness that doesn't restrict movement at all, this is the one. The attachment point in front is what makes it so the dog doesn't pull.

Gentle Leader - This isn't a harness, and it certainly isn't a muzzle, and it works well. I used to have a Boxer, and I used this for him. It stopped him from pulling, and if he did pull it just brought his attention back to me. Overall, it is useful and performs quite well.

RUFFWEAR Front Range - I use this one now and it is great. This one is fairly simple, it can get dirty if you go through a lot of water, mud, or the like, but mainly performs well. It has attachment points on the front and back, reflective trim, can be hand washed, and has a neat little pocket where you can attach ID tags. Plus it has a good amount of padding that makes it comfortable.

RUFFWEAR Web Master - This is one I have also used and it has done a lot for me, so I may be biased, but is a wonderful harness. I mainly use it for hiking only because there are too many noises in the neighborhood that could spook him (thats's where a front attachment comes in handy) My boy, Odin, doesn't pull much when we hike, so I can get away with the no front attachment point. It has three straps instead of just two, reflective trim, can be hand washed, and has a really sturdy handle, but it doesn't have the little ID pocket like the Front Range (not a big deal though). The handle is what is unique for this, you can use it to lift your dog (especially when hiking) or just hold them still. I also have a nervous dog, and sometimes if he gets spooked I will use this to hold on to him and calm him down.

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Honestly, my favorite brand is RUFFWEAR because of their harnesses and all the other gear and toys they have, but Gentle Leaders and that Simple No-Pull are both good options instead of a collar.

Hey Amelia, I'm Tina welcome to raoa! I was a Nanny for a few years as well and miss it, but my family moved across country! How old are the children you take care of? Cool intro and contest idea- you've already hopped into a great start in the community!

Here are 5 things that would greatly help me:

1- LED dog collar. My boyfriend and I take our dogs down to the field and let them run away, but we lose them sometimes cause they get excited hearing a bird. We have one collar already but they never run in the same direction, so having another would be great.

2- Dog Car Seatbelt clip. Another item for my rambunctious pups who enjoy car rides like it's no one's business. Sometimes they get in our face or want to be on our lap and it's distracting and I'm afraid of it causing an accident but there's currently no way to keep them secluded to the back.

3- This puzzle book. I love mazes, sudoku, and puzzles to keep my brain working haha

4- Pop Socket for my phone. I'm quite clumsy and drop my phone pretty often. Plus, it's mermaid!

5- Sloth Skirt. I love wearing skirts and feeling pretty, plus it's got sloths all over it!




I'm gonna nominate /u/LaLocaChristina because she's been here and always contributes positivity and is very generous when gifting. She's also taking a big leap and moving so this could lift her spirits if she needs it because I'm pretty sure everyone could agree that moving can be stressful!

Hi there! My dog has a very similar attitude regarding car rides- she thinks they’re sketchy at best. At this point, we’ve done a 9 hour car ride together, and a week from today we’ll start a cross country move that’ll total around 35 hours of driving. Here are my tips!

• Does she get carsick? That’s the reason my dog isn’t a huge fan of cars, she gets nauseous even on the shortest trip. Benadryl certainly does help, just make sure you’re dosing correctly! It also makes her sleepy, which is a bonus. On our last car trip she slept for 4 hours straight, and she only got sick in the last 5 minutes of the trip because we didn’t keep up with the Benadryl. Some people on here are super uncomfortable with giving dogs any OTC medicine, but I’ve been told by multiple vets and our dog trainer that Benadryl is safe. I’m also pregnant and I feel like if it’s gentle enough for me to have, it’s probably okay for her, lol.
  
  
• If she does get carsick but it can be under control with Benadryl, I’d offer high-value, long lasting chews or filled Kongs. Ours loves tracheas and gets the occasional no-hide, which is a rawhide alternative. She also super loves frozen Kongs filled with cream cheese and pumpkin, or anything with hard boiled eggs- they may make your car a little smelly but they’ll keep her occupied.
  
  
• If you can look at your route ahead of time and plan a stop in the middle somewhere where your dog can run, either somewhere like a dog park or a rest stop (you can use a long-line leash and a harness!), that could be beneficial for her too! If you don’t plan on making this sort of stop that’s okay, too. One or two potty stops should be more than enough, and really since she’s fully grown she could last that long without a potty stop.
  
  
• Regarding environmental conditions, I have two tips! The first is to choose one of two things: a soft crate or a harness with a doggy seatbelt. If your dog is small enough, I’d recommend a soft crate. This will keep the pup contained and not able to climb all over you. My dog is a very tall 55 pounds, and my car is way too small for that size of soft crate, so she has a harness that she wears in the car (with the ring on the back) and we bought these seatbelts from amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Vastar-Adjustable-Vehicle-Seatbelt-Harness/dp/B014W40TSW/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1510160438&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=dog+seat+belt&psc=1). My only complaint with them is that once, she stepped on the part of the car that the seatbelt clips into and was able to get out, but I just reached back and clipped her in.
  
  
• I would also suggest, no matter whether you use the soft crate or harness, to lay down a blanket or some towels that smell like home. These will serve a dual purpose of comforting your dog as well as making for easy clean up in the event of barf.
  
  I hope this helps!! If you have any questions or need clarification let me know!

Got it. Sorry for the knee jerk reaction, without the info that you were taking her from a deceased owner it seemed like just an impulse decision to adopt a difficult breed.

Here we go. When you get the dog, start with a Two Week Shutdown to ensure the smoothest introduction of your dog to their new environment. This is super important and something i WISH I knew about when I adopted my dog.

General Dog Care Checklist from the ASPCA.

The bare necesseities of supplies:

• Premium-quality dog food. [Taste of the Wild](https://www.amazon.com/Taste-Wild-Prairie-Formula-30-Pound/dp/B000W5SLB8/ref=sr_1_4?s=pet-supplies&amp;amp;ie=UTF8&amp;amp;qid=1485423771&amp;amp;sr=1-4&amp;amp;keywords=dog+food) is very popular for being affordable and high-quality<br />

• Food dish
  
• Water bowl
  
• Toys, toys and more toys, including safe chew toys. KONGS are wonderful for keepiing your dog occupied. Fill with wet food or PB, freeze, and give to dog.
  
• Brush & comb for grooming, including flea comb. Look into breed specific brushes
  
• Collar with license and ID tag
  
• Leash, Easy Walk Harness
  
• Training crate
  
• Dog bed (check Groupon for great deals) or box with warm blanket or towel
  
• Dog toothbrush
  
  I don't have experience with huskies but I have heard over and over how they are a difficult dog to own, and require around 2 hours of intense exercise daily. I found this Breed Discussion which may be informative for you. Do you have a dog park nearby? That would be great if its a fenced in area, because huskies are "escape artists".
  
  Honestly, like myself, a lot of were quick to jump the gun on you and didn't offer any real help. I would suggest posting a new post with a title like: "Inherited a husky whose owner died, what are some tips and resources I can read to give this dog a great life?". Definitely include that there are no shelters nearby. Are you in the US?
  
  Hope I helped atleast a bit. If you use the "search" function on this subreddit and search for "husky", you will see users who have "flair" saying that they own a siberian husky. You could PM them and I'm sure they would be more helpful than me. Also try posting in r/siberianhusky/. How old is the dog? Pics?
  
  Sorry again for the insensitive reply at first. I really wish you luck and if you have any questions I'm happy to help!

Fun! I'll let you know some of my dog gear, but your preferences and dog will be different.

I usually bring three different leashes with me, depending a little on where I'm going. She can't really be off leash, so I take a 30 ft line to give her space to wander or splash in the river on a break. If the trail is too busy or the hike is a pretty short one, this often gets left behind or never used.

A basic 15 ft leash is perfect for hiking with her. It gives her a bit more space, but isn't long enough to cause much trouble getting wrapped around things, and I can easily pull her closer to me when I need. I tied a couple knots in it for easier grabbing and holding at different lengths. I can also use a locking carabiner (I always have a couple on hand) to attach the handle to my backpack for hands-free.

I also love my Tuff Mutt hands-free waist leash. It has two handles if I need to hold her closer, and I really like the bungee. The only downside is that it's a bit heavy for a leash, but I find it's worth the weight, and I'm almost always just doing day hikes so it's fine. I don't know really know how it compares to other hands-free leashes though since it's the only one I've used.

I recently got a Ruffwear Front Range harness for hikes. It is the only harness I've been able to put on her, so I really can't compare much. Seems to fit her comfortably and works well as a back-clip harness. I haven't been able to use it as a front-clip without it sliding around too much. But I don't really need the front-clip when hiking, so I'm pretty pleased with it overall. If my dog wasn't so finicky about harnesses, I'd be trying other options though. You might prefer one with a handle, I've heard good things about the Ruffwear Webmaster.

I currently have an Outward Hound travel bowl for water, but I'm not a huge fan of it. My dog doesn't always drink all the water I pour, so then I've wasted water. And I either have to put a wet bowl back in my bag or clip to the outside and hear the annoying swish of it rubbing against the bag. It's not a big deal, and it works, but I'm eyeing one of these instead.

Happy hiking!

I treat my dog whenever we encounter another dog, but we're at the beginning of our training (just rescued him in May; got behaviorist last month). We avoid other dogs too. He does have a [Ruff Wear No Pull Harness] (https://smile.amazon.com/RUFFFWEAR-No-Pull-Harness-Tillandsia-Purple/dp/B01MY7VUXU) which makes it a lot easier and I don't worry about choking him. He's also not a big dog (beagle-lab mix; about 30-35lbs depending on how many treats he's had!), but he is very food motivated. We work on sit & "look at me" when there are no dogs around (when walking off peak times) and I give him a training treat instead of a high value treat. I do second someone else's comment about muzzle training because it will give you peace of mind.

ETA: Apollo is adorable! He looks like a cuddly guy :)

Yeah I’m not a fan of teaching by discipline. My dogs actually have 3 different leads for walks, because things work for different types of dogs.

I’ve got one on a Gentle Leader. It’s pain free, and easy to use. The only downside was it rubbed the hair off one of my dogs, so we had to switch what he was on.

PetSafe Gentle Leader Head Collar with Training DVD, LARGE 60-130 LBS., BLACK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00074L4W2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_ArVJBbSYWZN8K

I’ve got another one on the Holy leader. For some reason he was able to just power through the gentle leader like it wasn’t even on, but the Holt seems to work as intended. Same concept of forcing the dog to turn and look at you if he pulls.

Holt Head Collar Black Size 3 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005OCXVJG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_1uVJBbW14C4QP

He third dog, the one who has his hair rubbed off, is on the RabitGoo harness. It has a leash attachment in the front, to prevent pulling, a handle to grab onto if needed, and a back leash attachment. They run a little big, so if he borders between sizes get the smaller one.

Rabbitgoo Dog Harness No-Pull Pet Harness Adjustable Outdoor Pet Vest 3M Reflective Oxford Material Vest for Dogs Easy Control for Small Medium Large Dogs (Black, L) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M8JT6FT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_NxVJBb472BM7P

I also highly recommend the Primal Pet Gear training leash too. It’s easy on the hands and fits perfectly when my dogs are by my side. My dogs are bigger though, so I’m not sure if that makes a difference.

Primal Pet Gear Dog Leash 6ft Long - Traffic Padded Two Handle - Heavy Duty - Double Handles Lead Control Safety Training - Leashes Large Dogs Medium Dogs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072144JB1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_pzVJBbPNSC8YT

I’ll look for my notes and post!

He's adorable! I hope you both have many years of puppy love and companionship together!

I also hope you consider his safety in a vehicle :) Something like the item in the link would help keep him safe :)


http://www.amazon.com/Kurgo-Tru-Fit-Harness-Release-Buckles/dp/B00164ZWBG/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1408625906&sr=8-2&keywords=dog+car+harness

My dog uses a Kurgo and we've had good luck with that one, but I think it's really important to get a good fit. The sizing for some brands leaves a lot to be desired. (Like the small is too small and the medium is too large, even with adjustments.) I finally got a good fit when I took my dog to the pet store with me and asked a sales person if they would help me with the fitting. (It was a small locally owned store, so they were willing to open the packages and help me with the adjustments.) You might try other brands if Kurgo doesn't have the right size for your dog.
Here's Baxter in his Kurgo.

Edit: The Kurgo website has more sizes.

I recently bought this harness and have used it quite a bit since ICEFANG Small Dog Molle Harness,K9 Working Dog Tactical Vest,No Pulling Front Clip,Metal Buckle,Hook and Loop Panel, Easy Put On Off (S (22"-27" Girth), CB-Metal Buckle) ... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078N3HXTL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_DeKsDbWJAZ589
It’s pretty awesome as it has the metal buckles up front and it hugs his chest rather than his neck, so no choking and more leverage. It seems to be pretty strong as well and has a nice sturdy feel to it when he does tug every once in a while. Overall i highly recommend it!

Seconding the recommendation for an Easy Walk harness! Also, when you're walking, take a bunch of high-value treats with you. (Hotdogs, dried liver, anything smelly and awesome) As soon as you're approaching another dog, start treating her (as a distraction). She'll have to choose between jumping around in excitement or getting awesome treats from you.

At the dog park, when she's starting into behavior that you're not comfortable with, try saying "Ok!" in an upbeat, positive way. If she responds, reward her (and the other dog too, with permission of the owner, if they also respond). Her behavior isn't bad, so you don't want to punish her for getting into her play mode, but you do want to train her to take a break when you ask her to. Because "ok!" plus treats is a good thing, she'll start to see taking a break as a good thing, rather than "mom is dragging me away from fun, why should I listen?"

Unfortunately, nothing will change unless she truly wants to work towards changing the behavior. Ultimately, there are no real bad dogs, only bad training/lack of direction. If you don't agree on how the dog is handled though, it will continue to be a problem. Dogs are fantastic and seeing the loopholes between expected behavior between people.

Hands down, my favorite book to suggest to people is called "Surviving your dog's adolescence" by Carol Lee Benjamin. It has step-by-steps on how to gain your dog's respect in a positive manner.

You also need to give the dog an outlet for the high amount of energy. To walk the dog, you might find a gentle leader tool very helpful: http://www.amazon.com/Premier-Harness-Large-Black-Silver/dp/B0009ZBKG4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1334078283&sr=8-1

That way, you will be able to walk them and help teach the dog to respect you. Keep the dog on a short leash (like 2 feet) and for god's sake, don't use a flexi-lead. Only teaches the dog to ignore you and do whatever it wants.

Use a crate to limit where the dog can go when not physically being watched, and invest in some kong toys and stuff them with peanut butter/canned dog food and freeze it.

A squirt bottle works well for teaching not to jump, as well as using treats for when they don't jump or sit instead. Using both makes it very black and white and clear to the dog what is expected.

Sources: I trained dogs for Guiding Eyes for the Blind for 4 years and continue to do training as an Evaluator for the AKC Canine Good Citizen Program.

I have used a no-pull harness for dogs that have needed leash training.

Something like this.

Anything that attaches in front of their chest will work better than a regular choke collar because it redirects the dog rather than increasing their nervous energy. Also, waiting for the dog to be calm before moving forward is a good idea. You may start giving the dog a treat once they are sitting calmly so they realize that calm behavior is good. I usually wait until my dog is sitting and giving me his attention before giving a treat and starting to walk again.

Have you looked into a training class? There are many trainers that have classes on mannered walking. Look into positive reinforcement trainers!

Basically you'll want to stop/even turn around every time your dog pulls. Reward the dog for walking next to you. It doesn't take long for them to realize what you want. Read more about loose lead walking.

Equipment is very important -- we use an Easy Walk Harness (you only want front clip harnesses! Back clip harnesses make pulling worse). Also purchase a Matingale Collar. The most secure you can be is to clip the front clip of the harness to the loop of the martingale collar.

Another alternative is to use a Head Halter (halti or gentle leader). When the dog pulls forward the equipment redirects their head so they'll basically turn back.

Harnesses and head halters are the most humane methods you can use. They'll give you added control until the training piece catches up!

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Best of luck!

Oh no! I’m sorry! It seems like your pup might be a regular Houdini for harnesses haha.

This might be a little intense, or maybe you’ve already tried this, but I’ve also seen people go for tactical-style harness vests like the one from Ice Fang. It has like a trillion different adjustment points for fitting and a front and back attachment point plus a “handle” as well.

But I’ve also heard pretty good things about the Gooby and Ruffwear harnesses too - as some other commenters have mentioned below!

I've seen a lot of people recommend the Freedom No-Pull Harness. I actually just got one for myself last week and so far I love it. Previously, I had been using the head collar for my dog who had a tendency to pull. But after a while I started really watching her and realized how stressed she was with it on. The trainer I use highly recommended the Freedom harness, which she uses with her highly reactive dog, which combined with her positive training methods have had amazing results.

You could also pop over to /r/dogtraining to read some of the advice they give out there. It's worth pointing out that their sidebar "prohibited" list includes recommending dominance as a training solution. It might be worthwhile considering consulting with a trainer who uses other methods.

See this post about restraining devices. The OPs situation was slightly different than yours but the information/discussion on the restraint systems is the same. Devices that have been tested and passed to earn a safety-certification to withstand the G-forces of a crash at 30mph range from $90 to Very Expensive.

If you're looking for something to specifically restrain the dog from a police officer standing next to the driver's side window, rather than to prevent the dog from becoming a projectile in the car, you may look at the Kurgo Tru-Fit Safety Harness. Note that while both the regular ($15) and "enhanced" model ($30) of this harness catastrophically failed safety testing as seen in this video the "enhanced" model has all metal hardware and would more reliably restrain a large muscular dog from the officer.

If I were in your situation and assuming you already have a harness, I would simply purchase this $25 Kurgo swivel tether for seatbelts and affix it to whatever harness you already have. None of these options will protect either you or the dog in a crash! but will accomplish your stated goal. Consider getting the Sleepypod Clickit harness despite its expense ($90) as it is the only harness system tested that passed the safety testing done by the Center for Pet Safety.

I suppose a crate, cage, or other barrier system could work but the only models that are effective at 30mph testing are >$400 which is why I always recommend a harness (and training).

I think I can help you with that. I have a big obstinate doggo too, and he's stronger than I am. He was a real pain in the butt on leash until only recently (he calmed down a bit when he turned two). I tried a bunch of leash/harness combinations and finally had success with the Rok strap and Easy Walk. What I like about the Rok leash is that it has two handles, one at the end and another right by where it clips to the dog.

This is useful for three reasons: (1) if doggo isn't cooperating, you can use the closer handle and have a lot more control over him. He will naturally need to stay right by your side, because he doesn't have room to roam. If he's behaving himself, you can let the leash out to give him more freedom. (2) He can't get enough momentum to hurt you. On a traditional leash, the dog will run and YANK on you when he reaches the end of the leash. If you're using the closer handle, he can't run as far. Less momentum = less force on you. (3) The leash is made with rubber, which means he will have to work a LOT harder to pull on the leash. More work = less reward.

Here's a photo of my dog on this harness + leash combo.
I hope that helps!

It takes a lot of patience, for sure, but something that I found works with my Shiba Inu (who is also crazy on leash) is the easy-walk harness (http://www.amazon.com/Premier-Easy-Harness-Large-Black/dp/B0009ZBKG4). Since it hooks in the front, when they pull it will pull their legs so they have to stop. It doesn't hurt like a choke collar and works really well. It's not an instant fix, but it helps. I watch a lot of dog training shows (i.e. It's Me or the Dog and The Dog Whisperer), which will give you a lot of good tips for walking. The harness would be a good start, though. :)

And just for fun, here's my Shiba, Archie: http://imgur.com/eXL59

If possible, the best possible solution is to just actually dog-proof your house, or at least an area you can section off. Otherwise, if you can afford one, I'd say get her a big outdoor kennel. If you're committed to her being tethered, at the very least get her a secure but comfortable harness, I use this one when I take my 70 lb husky out. Also get something with a locking mechanism (think like this) to use with any spring clips, because trust me, the dog can get it undone, mine has twice. I know how scary this is, I learned the hard way that my dog can also clear a 6' fence, I hope you figure something out!

We bought one from Amazon that has worked well for us. He's fully grown, so I'm not sure how it would translate for a pupper. It has multiple adjustable straps which help it fitting properly. (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00164SZMO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_2jTUAb7QTEAAK). We also ordered a handsfree leash with multiple hand holds that I found helpful in teaching him not to pull, and it's great for hikes. (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M7ND6E4?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf) Hope it helps!

We have had it about a year and it's great! Use it every day. Just make sure you measure closely for proper sizing and fit

ICEFANG Small Dog Molle... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078N3HXTL?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

I would highly suggest adding a seatbelt climb to any dog harness for ride safety.

Dog Seat Belt Pet Dog Cat Car Seat Belt Safety - 2 Pack - Adjustable Safety Belt Pet Leash - Heavy Duty Nylon - Universal Fit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076TC88MV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_x8gVCb931DZ6G

We've spent a lot on our Samoyed thus far, but the best ~$40 we spent was on the PetSafe Easy Walk Dog Harness.

Samoyeds are born to pull sleds and work, so we struggled with our puppy pulling a lot when we walked. After 5 months of pulling using a normal collar on walks, we tried out the Easy Walk harness and the pulling stopped instantaneously. For my wife who was having a bit of a hard time controlling the puppy as she got bigger, it's been a life saver. Overall, it's a lot nicer to walk when the dog isn't pulling.

With that said, the harness alone doesn't stop bad pulling behavior, it just makes it uncomfortable for them to do so. To actually fix the behavior will require training, but in the meantime, walks are much more enjoyable when the dog walks next to you.

90lbs Doberman owner here. It can be done, it just takes a few dollars, and some practice with your dog.

• You want a sling/hammock. Don't skimp on the price of this. Not saying the one you linked to is bad (I have no idea, really), but cheaping out on the hammock for your car is kinda dumb :)
  

• You can buy door protectors. They are not perfect - my dog manages to sometimes pull them out of window (they sit there with tabs that go between the glass and the rubber seal), but they're better than nothing.
  
• Get a travel harness. Giving your dog just enough freedom to reorient themselves but not enough so that they can cause an accident/damage your backseat/doors is essential. Also, if you get rear-ended, the last thing you want is an un-tethered dog flying towards your windshield.
  
• To work with the above harness (or any harness, really), get a seatbelt clip. It'll let you connect them directly to the seatbelt clip in the back seat, which is great.
  
• Get the interior of your vehicle vacuumed/detailed every month or so. Dogs gonna dog :)

I recently bought the Kurgo Harness from Amazon and am very pleased with it. It has both a front and rear clip (the front clip really helps with a dog that likes to pull). The size chart is pretty handy too.

The quality of this harness is really great for its price.

My mini is calm now but he gets excited with his favorite activities. He will ALWAYS pull with a traditional leash set up. We got the no pull that latches at his chest and he doesn't pull. That being said, if we are at the dog park, he is just too excited to get there. No amount of commands will settle him. He wants to see his friends. That way if he pulls he doesn't choke and gag himself. (But he will fall down)

PetSafe Easy Walk Harness, Large, BLACK/SILVER for Dogs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009ZBKG4/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_G3LJybEZ1S7RP

Fair enough. It doesn't directly put pressure on the neck, but if your dog fights it at all, he could potentially put a strain on it.

I have a front-clip harness for my boxer - he walks nicely, but if he gets excited he can slip his collar. Dude has a tiny head to neck ratio. XD Anyway, he's also a huge baby and will only tolerate harnesses that have padding around the underside to keep from rubbing his delicate skin. My personal favorite is the Freedom No Pull harness - it has velvet lining around the underside to prevent chafing.

Hey there,

So to echo what other commenters have said on here, I don't think the harness will really be helpful if the main goal is to teach your puppy to not be nippy. I second the whole "redirect their behavior" comment as well as the typical scolding (bad dog, no) but make sure that you have a stern voice and your tone is different than how you would normally talk to your puppy or praise it so that they know that when you're speaking this way you mean business. However, if you would still like to try having a harness for your puppy, this one on Amazon is one that I recommend. It's not super expensive either so if you continue to use a harness as your puppy gets bigger and it eventually out grows it, you'll be able to get it another one at an affordable price.

I have a 1.5 year old Labrador with an endless amount of energy. I take him on a bike ride almost every single morning and depending on energy level some times twice a day.

He has the Easy Walk harness http://www.amazon.com/PetSafe-Harness-Large-Black-Silver/dp/B0009ZBKG4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1427159959&sr=8-1&keywords=easy+walk+harness
Basically uses his body weight against him.

I bike with my left hand on the bike at all times and my right hand free with his leash wrapped around my wrist. He caught on quick and will stay right by my side 90% of the time. There is an occassional lunge here and there at a squirrel but with my arm off the bike it just whips him back around with the easy walk harness (uses his body weight against him and pulls him around towards you).

I never thought the ones that attached to the bike were safe seeing as my 85lb dog is pretty powerful. He can yank on my arm all he wants and not pull me over but I worry with the bike attach ones he could alter the bike enough to possibly cause me to crash.

I love and highly recommend the Freedom Harness for a front clip. It stays much more clear of the shoulder than most other front clips, fits better (has more straps to adjust), and has a clip on the back as well if you ever want to let him run around, like on a hike.

Buy a harness, a harness is less likely to rub any areas raw as long as it fits properly. Front clip one will help "turn" the dog so they won't pull as much. A Gentle Leader can also work wonders by turning the head, however if the dog lunges at birds/cars/dogs/cats/etc. I wouldn't recommend.

Get a plain leash, retractable leashes actually encourage the dog to pull (since the dog has gotten used to pulling to get farther out).

You can exercise the dog indoors and only go out for potty breaks if you don't want to buy stuff just for the weekend. Play games like fetch or mental games like scavenger hunts (find hidden treats), or put treats in old water bottles, DIY toys work wonders. If the dog doesn't know any tricks/fetch you can start teaching games like sit, down, shake, roll over, etc. All good mental games.

Edited to put Shearaha1's harness suggestion.

Thanks! He's wearing a PetSafe Easy Walk Harness (the green one)..these things are amazing and I highly recommend them. They attach at the chest so you can control their movments easier and it prevents your pup from pulling while you walk them. He's also wearing a RuffWear Track Jacket because we were going on a hike in the woods later that day.

What about using a hand's free leash for her? Something like this. That way she's leashed but you can still have both hands on the other dog's leash.

I know someone else already mentioned a front-clip harness, but I have to mention it again. My dog pulls like crazy on a regular collar or harness, but the front clip harness has made things so much easier. If I want to put her in a 'heel' position, all I have to do is shorten how much leash she has. If she sees a squirrel and tries to bolt, she gets turned around at the end of the leash and can't dig in and pull me where she wants to go. It's really amazing. This is the one I have.

(We are also training her to walk nicely while using it, but it has made such a difference.)

Just my two cents - I would add a seat belt receiver to the top inside of these and “plug them in”.

Something like this attached to the inside top of the cage:

L-Life Auto Car Seat Belts Safety Buckle 2-Pack Car Seat Belt Buckle Holder - Easy Installation - Holds The Seatbelt Receiver in an Upright Position,12CM Car Parts https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L2Z32N3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_36SBCb2ZFDM1F


Similar harness to what we bought...

PAWABOO Dog Safety Vest Harness, Pet Dog Adjustable Car Safety Mesh Harness Travel Strap Vest with Car Seat Belt Lead Clip, Suitable for 11 lb-33 lb Dogs, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KNULPO6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Z5SBCbRB07RMN

Thanks for the suggestion on front-clip harnesses! I ordered this one for him: Kurgo Tru-Fit Smart Dog Harness - Amazon.com. It has great ratings and seemed useful for a puller like a malamute.

I use something like the Freedom harness of my aussie. I don't use the second leash option, and just keep it clipped to the front but I think the extra piece between the legs helps to actually keep the harness in position. I find that the easy walk can shift a lot or hangs low unless it fits perfectly which is hard to do.

http://www.amazon.com/Freedom-No-Pull-Harness-Training-Package/dp/B005OPZY7K

I use this exact harness on Carly

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00URW5CTK/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1509640479&sr=8-6&keywords=dog+harness&dpPl=1&dpID=51DXOKMV6vL&ref=plSrch

Please be aware that she is able to slip out of it too. The key for me is to be aware of this tactic and eliminate it. Whenever she gets spooked and starts to reverse away from the leash to slip out I take the slack out of her leash, stand directly next to her forcing her to walk at my side keeping the leash taunt and directly over her shoulders. This does not hurt or choke her as the tension is placed at her chest. Once she has calmed and begins to obey I slack the leash and allow her to walk around and sniff as we go.

I'm no dog trainer but it works for me. Hopefully someone with more experience might chime in. Good luck!

Get one of these for your backseat and let the dog have the back seat. It's fantastic. It comes with a couple leashes where one end is a seatbelt clip. He can't fall into the floor this way and has padding across the whole backseat. Plus it's waterproof. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CMZ11TX

Also get him a harness (chest-attach area) like this and seatbelt him in, either with the above or with this one's carabiner. Helps give him an anchor and keeps him safer. Keeps him away from you a bit better too, distracting you is the #1 safety factor.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00164ZWBG or https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0064ACNLO

Hi! I got the harness from my mother in law but it is a Rabbitgoo No Pull Harness in a large! It's pretty nice! I think Bumi is about 45lbs (he's our lean boi) and there's still room for him to grow into it (he's 9mo). I like it a lot! I def recommend it.

This one! The front clip style allows much greater control, which is a godsend for a super strong pitty prone to leash pulling.

A harness is very helpful. They sell good ones by a company called ruffwear on Amazon.

RUFFWEAR - Front Range, Everyday No Pull Dog Harness with Front Clip, Trail Running, Walking, Hiking, All-Day Wear, Tillandsia Purple (2017), Medium https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MY7VUXU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_YP9lDb8QTPMDN

Be prepared for a rough 10-14 days of whining and minimal sleep. All dogs are different, but most recover well and have a quality life on 3 “wheels”. Be sure to keep the cone on as they will lick the wound and cause infection/bleeding. Be diligent with the medication and hot/cold compresses to reduce swelling and fluid accumulation. When in doubt, call the surgical vet. My bud lost his right rear leg in February to a cancerous sarcoma. He’s as happy now as he’s ever been. Only real difficulty is going down more than 3 steps. (They hop so it just doesn’t work.) Of course, my dog is 77 lbs so it may be different for yours. Good luck!

How big is your bunny?

Some people have had a lot of success with the "walking jacket" style- basically a vest for their rabbit. I find this works pretty well on the "under 7 lb" group of rabbits. Sometimes the strap around the neck is too bulky.

For bigger rabbits, I'm partial to an "H-style harness" (link is to the same brand/style I use). The adjustability makes for a very secure fit and the dual clips allow for easy on and off when you are in possession of thumbs.

Whatever you do, skip harnesses that look like this. Squishing rabbit heads/dewlaps/ears through the nonadjustable neck hole is stressful and uncomfortable. It's very bulky between the legs. They often are made of a stretchy material, which allows bunnies to escape.

My dog never puts this chew toy down.

She also loves elk antlers, and they work wonders to keep her occupied!

I also recommend the Easy Walk Harness. It keeps our dog in check on walks and she is much more willing to listen when she's in that vs. a normal leash.

Good luck finding your new family pet !

Sounds super duper cute and I totally loved it when I first got my pitty.... but it is unsafe for a pupperdo to not be buckled in to the seat! Something cheap and safe like this, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KNULPO6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_c-yzCbSR4SV9W, would keep your pupperdo safe in case of an accident ❤️❤️❤️

Sure! It's made by ruffwear and it has a locking carabiner on the end. Our girly learned how to unclip her normal leash with her mouth and would take off running. The metal bit twists up so that the latch can't open anymore, unless of course it's twisted back down.

Ruffwear - Knot-a-Leash, Reflective Dog Leash with Secure Locking Carabiner, Blue Spring, Large https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00R1UZLBA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_DNw7yb2CZ0HWP

The harness she's wearing is an easy walker, which her leash clips to in the front of her chest, so it keeps her from pulling on the leash too much.

PetSafe Easy Walk Harness, Large, BLACK/SILVER for Dogs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009ZBKG4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_nTw7yb261F6HY

Hope this helps!

I assume yours is a two-loop step in harness like this one?

If so, you can attach a sturdy keyring or carabiner to where the front-most horizontal strap goes through the between-the-legs strap, so you can attach the leash to the dog's chest instead of the back.

It's NOT as good as a purpose made front-clip harness like OP's dog has, and there is a risk of the dog being able to escape the harness if they do a serious tuna fish maneuver (though I've had dogs escape from step-ins even when top clipped), but I've walked a few dogs ghetto-front-clipped with this step-in kind of harness and it's much better than back-clipping for leash pullers.

If you're worried about slipping out, you can attach the leash to the collar via a safety strap, and put a sturdy keyring around the two D rings at the clasp just in case.

EDIT: As a dog walker who's used a LOT of different harnesses on different dogs, this style of harness is by far my favourite. There are loads of different brands that make basically the same thing so shop around, but it's a really good design for medium to large breeds.

Here's the link to one such product

Also, I have a Cattle dog too, fucking loves car rides. Before my jeep I had a pickup and put him in the back once when I was headed home from the dog park. I had a bungee set up on the tow points and a 6 foot leash hooked in to that. I reversed out of my parking spot and he jumped out, leash and all. Ever since then I've been real paranoid to only roll down the window half way and stuff. But alas in the past year or so I've decided to test it and put the window down all the way. So far so good! Not on the highway, just around town n stuff. But he loves it and doesnt even give me the vibe of jumping out, so I'm not too worried and seeing him like that makes me smile.

Not the best pic, but here he is enjoying the wind

Toys that exercise the puppies mind.. Hands down bar none to any other toy (sans good chewy toys)

This treat ball helped me regain some sanity from my over energetic pup. Fill it with kibble and they push it around as a few pieces drop out here and there until they are done. Has REALLY helped during times where he needed to tire himself out.

Bully sticks are great but if your pup turns into an aggressive chewer, these things will go fast and will quickly become VERY pricey.

Finally, if you're dog becomes a little hard to manage before he/she learns to walk on a leash, an easy walk harness clips to a d ring in the front of the pup's chest. When they pull it forces them to turn around which turns pulling counterproductive for them.

Hope you enjoy your new pup! That said here's the latest addition to the family. Jäger

Here is a really high-quality harness. I use these for my boys. They're padded, fully adjustable, and crash-tested.

Like please PLEASE get one of these for Chief. Keep that sweet baby safe.

It's very comfortable, light and easy to put on and take off, I can't recommend it highly enough. [This] (http://www.amazon.com/Authentic-Puppia-RiteFit-Harness-Adjustable/dp/B005CTGC7O) is the model we have, because it's adjustable around both the neck and the girth so allowed us to get a good fit as our girl grew, while [the standard Puppia] (http://www.amazon.com/Authentic-Puppia-Soft-Dog-Harness/dp/B0013MX6GY/ref=pd_sim_199_2?ie=UTF8&dpID=51b2wjkO72L&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=1JW0GYDVBHPWFM9PVSVR) is not adjustable in the neck, only the girth. If you go for that one, make sure to check the measurement guide as I think sizes for this one are a bit different than the standard model.

Do you live in the US?

I don't, but have gotten the impression that unsecured dogs is the norm there.

Anyway, you use something like this. Or a nice crate.

I've heard somewhere that a crate is safer, but I've got no idea why. We use a crate which we've secured with the seatbelt running through it. He's very calm during rides and being left in the car alone.

We have the kurgo harnesses for both dogs (small and medium). They have rings for front and back leash attachment and there is plenty of sliders to adjust it perfectly. Favorite harness we've tried so far!

Kurgo Tru-Fit Smart Dog Harness, Black, Medium https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00164SZMO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_r-XDybWGTNBNQ

For a simple solution try http://www.amazon.com/pet-supplies/dp/B0009ZBKG4. The collar really prevents them from pulling. We've had our dog on it for a few weeks and really noticed an improvement. We first heard about it from a dog trainer. Good luck!

Gentle Leader's "Easy Walk" works great for my large boxer. Connects at the chest, so if he tries to pull, it just turns him around, he effectively stops himself. Under $20. Doesn't "squeeze" the chest.

http://www.amazon.com/Premier-Harness-Large-Black-Silver/dp/B0009ZBKG4/ref=sr_1_4?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1343305037&sr=1-4&keywords=Gentle+Leader

Front clip harnesses are great, so are rear/back clip harnesses if the dog isn't a puller.

With the senior dog I'd go for a fairly solid back clip harness (like this, or this - if he's got sore joints at all (which is common for the breed) then a front clip harness could be painful as they basically turn the dog if it pulls. The solid harness will give you a good amount of control, and will also feel more comfortable for your new guy.

For your younger fella, a front clip harness and some classes on nice walking on a leash would be a good idea. I walk dogs 3-4 times a week, and I find that the dogs I walk with harnesses learn really quick. I use no corrections, just food and the 300 peck method.

I picked it up off of amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/ICEFANG-Harness-Medium-Tactical-Pulling/dp/B01N1YVRC8/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?keywords=tactical+dog+harness&qid=1569679940&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzUjdES1c2Rk9RMEpEJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNTQzMjY3MTZTTzhWSUhVUEo5MSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMzc0OTEyMVVTTlJVOFZPRVlVSCZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX3Bob25lX3NlYXJjaF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl

This is actually her second one, we got her a smaller one as a puppy. Both have held up super well and she loves them!

I use this in the rear of my 4Runner. Not this exact one. But it’s but this hammock style. The one I got was from petco and cost about $60. I’ve had it a year and it’s held up really well. Waterproof, machine washable etc

I’d recommend this hammock style
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07546Y6TB/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1523637118&sr=8-8&keywords=dog+car+hammock+seat+cover&dpPl=1&dpID=41j7KySDBxL&ref=plSrch



In conjunction with the hammock style cover. Get these seat belts. They will hook to your existing harnesses and clip right into your car seat buckles. No additional fuss required. Super simple. You can tighten or loosen the slack depending on how much movement you want to give the dog.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B014W40TSW/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1523637363&sr=8-2-spons&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=dog+seat+belts&psc=1

I know these exact seat Belts work because I had the unfortunate pleasure of having them tested. A guy ran a red light and hit the front side of my 4Runner at 55mph. The hammock style cover and having him seat belted with those belts in harness kept him completely uninjured! He was scared and shaken up. But completely healthy. No sprang, cuts, bruises etc.

Hope this helps.

I have a 9 month old Golden Retriever myself. And he was/still is a bit of a puller also.

What type of harness do you use?

I purchased the Freedom Harness about a month ago to try and address the issue.

And it has been working pretty well. I think its important to have the dual attachment lease (at chest and back) to help turn the entire body back to you. He's since seemed to learn that he needs to walk slower. And when he does pull, he acknowledges the correction.

Beyond that, I dont have much in the way of advice.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0009ZD3QY/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1462830536&sr=8-2&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=front+pull+dog+harness&dpPl=1&dpID=51%2BRtI0hWsL&ref=plSrch

I use this one with my beagle who is a puller and she does great, doesn't pull at all with it on. Good luck!

I can't find any subreddit rules about linking to other sites so I'll go ahead and show you this one.

I have that one in small, it's too big for my kittens but I think small or medium should fit a grown cat, depending on how big it is. I've seen some others use this same one as well. Fair warning though, if you buy the lead also in 'small' size, it's very short. :)

Not exactly what you are looking for, but the Petco harness is similar to the Puppia ones, but the necks have a fastener on the back so can unlatch it and fasten and don't need to shove his head through a hole (which can be understandably scary for some dogs) and it is adjustable in size (both the neck and the band that snaps around the chest). We use one for our corgi and it's quite nice (one of the few nice things I can say about PetCo).

Otherwise, Amazon has a few that are very similar, but they have an extra 'band' along the tummy.

I also found these - a google search for "H Style Dog Harness" had some success.

oh, he is so cute!!! I let mine sit up front in my lap when he was tiny and now he always tries to sit up front, even though he is way too big.

There is a great little seat belt for dogs that clips onto their harness and into the seat belt itself. Great for car rides and gives them enough room to stick their head out the window.

I use these.

Amazon Link

I use them with my 40lb Pit mix in her Blueberry harness.

To my knowledge they aren't "crash certified" but they clip into the seatbelt receiver and lock. Definitely better than nothing and I think they will do a fine job if ever needed.

Sounds like the Easy Walk harness. I use it as well and once you figure it out it's easy to slip on and off. You can also flip it around if you need the hook in the back for some reason (say in the car).

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https://www.amazon.com/PetSafe-Harness-Large-BLACK-SILVER/dp/B0009ZBKG4/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3TWSP09A2CF71&keywords=easy+walk+harness&qid=1555081978&s=gateway&sprefix=easy+walk%2Caps%2C132&sr=8-3

We have been using our easy walk harness forever! It is a front clip which can help teach your cav not to pull since it diverts their walking when they pull. It is low profile so you can see their beautiful coat instead of a harness!

PetSafe Easy Walk Dog Harness, No Pull Dog Harness, Black/Silver, Large https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009ZBKG4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_3pb3DbPMSG2JZ

I use a puppy seatbelt. It’s a super short leash (dog seatbelt) that clips to the dog harness (NOT collar). And then the car’s seatbelt loops through the short leash. It keeps the pup safe and off your lap.

Vastar 2 Packs Adjustable Pet Dog Cat Car Seat Belt Safety Leads Vehicle Seatbelt Harness, Made from Nylon Fabric https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014W40TSW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_.NhACbA0HZJV2

FWIW, I just bought these seat belts for my dog, which are a great deal ---- my dog chewed through both in the car and I figured "meh, they were less than $10, no biggie".... The company emailed me to ask how they were and when I told them what happened they sent me new ones, 2 day shipping, for free!
Highly recommend.

ICEFANG Dog Harness Medium Breed,Tactical Molle Dog Vest,No Pulling Front Clip, Hook and Loop Panel for Dog Patch,Metal Buckle (M 25"-30" Girth), CB-2x Metal Buckle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N1YVRC8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_w19kDb850Z7PW

So far so good, I did the 4 metal clips because Arya is a puller and I didn't want to have to worry about the plastic ones breaking, got it this morning and I'm already regreting not getting the black or grey one for sheer looks alone. The tan is a great color but she's all black... Shoulda never let the wife decide. Lol.
As far as a review goes I can say without question it's tough as nails, but I wouldn't trust the front clip ring, not nearly as tough as the back connection point. Worth the money in my case and way better than the ones found in pet stores around me.

If the dog is a wrong fit for your family, don't feel obligated to keep her.

But, if you do want to work with her, there are a few things that I'd suggest based on your post:

1. A harness instead of a collar for walks so she doesn't choke herself. I recommend [this one] (https://www.amazon.com/Ruffwear-Front-Harness-X-Large-Pacific/dp/B01M3U4G66/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1479411295&sr=8-4&keywords=ruffwear+front+range+harness)
   
   
2. A seatbelt for the car. I know it sounds stupid but my dog is a nightmare in the car and for $7 this completely solved that problem.
   
   
3. Trips to the dog park or anywhere off-leash she can run. Play-dates with other dogs. Heelers and border collies are super high energy and while I understand you haven't been able to walk her because of her energy level, she's definitely this crazy because she hasn't gotten enough exercise.

He's a beautiful boy. You should be proud.

I don't mean to tell you your business, so please take this advice or leave it as you prefer. Having a dog riding in your vehicle untethered, while fun, can make the unpleasantness of an accident even worse -- either by your beloved hound getting hurt more severely or by way of him becoming a 50+ pound projectile, injuring the people in the car.

I've been through a few car harnesses with my basset, and the Kurgo Tru-Fit is the best one I've found so far. The best feature is that you don't have to get your dog to stand still with his front legs stationary while you secure it. It just slips over his neck and then straps clip around his midsection. His previous one was a pain in the butt for that reason.

You should look into an Easy-Walk Harness. The leash clips at the chest and it prevents the dog from pulling. They work really well, and without it (just using a collar), my Golden will pull me down the street- and I'm a big guy. He's very prey driven too (squirrels, chipmunks, etc.). It's like walking with a totally different dog when he's not wearing it.

Its your dog and you can do as you wish, but a lot of people (myself included) aren't big fans of those pronged/pinch collars. They are painful and if not used correctly, can cause harm.

In any case, I'n not here to start a controversy, he's a beautiful dog. Enjoy him!

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Please do not use a collar for a pulling dog. She will strangle herself every time she pulls and the neck is an extremely sensitive area.

I can only recommend you what I am using with my 110 pounds Rottweiler which is this harness. It of course depends on the dog and I have to add that she is NOT a puller only when other dogs are around and she wants to play with them. But I can guarantee you that a border collie is not a strong dog. If it can hold my Rottweiler, it can definitely hold yours.

I am a volunteer dog walker/trainer at my local shelter and leash biting is common. She's worked up about something and doesn't have any other outlet for her energy. If she is doing it in the same place every time try walking a different direction. She may also be doing it when you turn around to go home in which case walking a loop rather than up and down the block would help. You can also bring a toy so she has something on her mouth instead of the leash when she starts to act out and a harness that the leash clips to the back of is helpful to keep the leash out of her eye line, I really love the Freedom Harness.

My trainer recommends the easy walk harness. I used it for my dog. Works great to prevent pulling. https://www.amazon.com/PetSafe-Harness-Large-BLACK-SILVER/dp/B0009ZBKG4

I bought this car harness which is crash tested:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0064ACNLO/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

And then used webbing that I used in search and rescue for helicopter liftouts (you can buy it at REI and other sports stores) to make a two point retention harness. Just tie the webbing to the child safety points in the rear seat and then tie them to a climbing carabiner. All you need to do when the dog gets in is clip the carabiner to the harness and you're good to go.

This is a very inexpensive retention system that leaves the dog a fair amount of motion but in the event of a car wreck will prevent them from moving too far forwards or up. They still have some motion side-to-side but that's going to be native to any retention system that leaves the dog room to move around or lay down a bit. If you don't want to have that then you can use the 3rd child safety point and another length of webbing; though, to be honest, my dog can only move about 6 inches in any direction which is just enough to let her be comfortable while still protecting her in case of a car wreck.


If my description doesn't help let me know and I can get a picture of it.

I recommend these. They clip nicely on to her harness and she doesn't seem to mind it. She is far more comfortable with this than she used to be on my lap.

Both of my dogs can wiggle out of their harnesses if they're really determined! I got the Ruffwear webmaster harness because it has a third strap that goes around the tummy, so they can't back out of it.

I can say, I LOVE this harness. Neither of my pups has managed to get out of it yet, and they are Houdini-dogs.

I highly recommend Puppia. They're nice and wide across the chest, and a bit padded. Two rings on the back for the leash, so you can choose how much control they have. My dachshund weighs 16 pounds, and we use a small. Hope this helps!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0013N183G

I work in a dog boarding facility and have to constantly deal with dogs that pull everyday, usually German Sherpherds, Newfoundlands, and Rottweilers. I invested in this awhile ago. No pulling, no wheezing. It's great. Don't know if you have tried a harness like this but it is a great investment.

My dog has issues with strong pulling when overexcited, and I 100% recommend a harness over a neck-collar. The weight is much more evenly distributed, so I find it about 10x easier to control her when she's overexcited. This is the one I got, for reference:
https://www.amazon.com/Rabbitgoo-Harness-Adjustable-Reflective-Material/dp/B01M8JT6FT/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1538512912&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=dog+harness&psc=1

3 years ago I got my husky, and suddenly theres husky puppies popping up all over the neighborhood. Please know what your getting into with a Husky. They need at least 1 hour of full mental and physical exercise each day... simply expecting them to be a house-dog is just cruel to this particular breed.

Me? I have him pull a 3 wheeled trike in winter, a bike in autumn/spring, walks in summer, all 45 minutes long. One hour dog-park visits on weekends. Daily combing, 30 minutes of toy play every day I get home from work. He's broke two of these (never buying them again) and we've resorted to having simple heavy duty industrial bungee cords and a heavy duty harness.

Even after 3 years I don't understand him. He doesn't care for fetch, or understand the point of tug-of-war, he just looks at you funny when you throw something. He's crazy smart (knows how to open kitchen drawers, twist the front door knob, and knows how to unlock the gate to get into the living room).

My dog was in a fire at 6 weeks old when his parents & 5 brothers/sisters died... and has had severe territorial aggression (disturbed while sleeping can result in a deep bite to your foot or arm) issues we've never been able to address (even with behavioralists and medication). He's a big fan routines though.. which is great because I suck at them so we help each other out.

All in all, a husky is a lot of work, it's a relationship built on respect rather than "I am the master, you are the pet." You get an amazing friend that is beyond just being a dog. Huskies are independent, have strong personalities, and can tell when your having a stressful day so they'll always be there for you when you need them.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009ZD3QY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_UmQYBb6RFCGGD

That’s the link to it! Definitely a simple option and it works pretty well!

I used the Freedom No-Pull for my setter (60 lbs and skinny). Has velvet to avoid chafing. Attaching at the chest diverts some pulling energy.

Tried a flexy, because he likes to move around, but he could rip it out of my hand if i wasn't careful. Currently use a rope with clip (gloves required).

https://www.amazon.com/Freedom-No-Pull-Harness-Training-Package/dp/B005OPZY7K

Yea I found this:

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009ZD3QY/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=2YAKNEWALNNSD&coliid=I1BYZM1FZH376B&psc=1

What kind of treats do you recommend for training?

Your right the amount of strength she has, she doesnt care about injury at all, its like a small bodybuilder on speed when walking her.

My little dog pulls and this harness is amazing for controlling dogs that pull. I strongly recommend it.

Kurgo KU00025 Tru-fit Dog Harness, Large, for Dogs 50 to 80-Pound, Black https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00164ZWBG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ZVBDDbFZ05F4M

Someone has already posted a Zak George video on this, which you should try.

Also, what type of collar/harness are you using? The opposition reflex in some dogs can be VERY strong.

I've been trying for months to get my puller to stop. One thing that helped me a lot was a front hooking harness. I am using the PetSafe EasyWalk harness.

http://www.amazon.com/PetSafe-Harness-Large-Black-Silver/dp/B0009ZBKG4

Properly fitting this had helped a ton. We can now take walks his first instinct isn't to pull against the harness.

The cool thing I discovered is all the no pulling training I had been working on he actually knows. He just couldn't get over that pull reflex.

Walks in the evening have been very enjoyable since!

This harness does not choke or gag my dog, and when he pulls to hard it draws his attention back to me so I can guide him properly.

I had a dog like this, none of the training methods would work. We ended up just buying the EasyWalk harness.

The harness makes it so that if he pulls you can easily flip him around and make him stop. Eventually my dog got used to it and would walk normally, although I still liked to use it because if he saw a rabbit or one time a deer, it's much easier to control him with the harness.

I use a Puppia soft harness with my dog in the car with a seat belt attachment. It is comfortable and he doesn't mind getting it on or off. I chose it because I liked the look and design when I saw it on other dogs at the dog park. http://www.amazon.com/Authentic-Puppia-Soft-Dog-Harness/dp/B0013MX6GY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1417190784&sr=8-1&keywords=harness

I use a seat belt adapter for my pup like this one

You could also try giving her calming treats before car rides to keep her a little more relaxed. They work wonders for my dog.

Also, maybe give her a pillow or something that she could snuggle with to kind of replicate your lap.

I use a harness that has both a clip at the front and at the back and a leash that can connect to both. He's a horrible puller, but on this harness, he's not nearly as bad, only in pet stores and around a lot of other people which is much easier to deal with in comparison to when I first got him in May. He's a 60 lbs pit/lab mix. The one I got is this one. It's easier to put on and it steers him toward the center when he tries to pull.

I bought a kurgo harness from Amazon a few months ago and I've been very happy with it. My dog is also medium sized and a little skinny. The collar area for the harness stays a just a tad bit loose but it's not so loose that it will come off.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00164SZMO/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1499454451&sr=8-2-spons&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=kurgo+dog+harness&psc=1

I think it works perfect for my dog and it comes with a thing to hook to your car seatbelt when you take your dog in the car. Just measure your dog to get the size right.

I would recommend the Easy walk or Gentle leader harnesses for the pulling if it becomes a problem. Some huskies just don't seem to want to take to the "heel" command. Outside of that, I personally haven't found a need for any special collars for my husky.

At least in my experience, praise and treats are enough to make grooming painless.

I really like Lupine collars - I have their Martingale one in peacock. They have nice basic leashes you can get to match, too - I like their padded handles. I also have a Ruffwear Roamer as an athletic leash that I use for biking or running with my dog - it's adjustable so that you can wear it around your waist or as a normal handle, and has some bungee and a traffic handle (though they have other leashes, too, without those features). I almost always put a harness on her when we leave the house - I have the Freedom one because it has both a front and back clip, but Lupine has some nice ones, too.

I have a tiny dog that did the same thing. However, she only did it when she was on a leash. Kind of like a 'hold me back let me at him' kind of scenario would play out often. I switched over to a harness like this one :: http://www.amazon.com/Authentic-Puppia-Soft-Dog-Harness/dp/B0013MX6GY ... Now, she hardly gets aggressive toward other dogs.

I have the same harness and it's great, much better than other front attach harnesses.

Works up to 130lbs. You could use it clipped into a collar, but I would definitely recommend with a harness.

If you're carrying people and a dog, this goes over the headrest, and is long enough for the dog to have some space.

http://www.amazon.com/Premier-Harness-Large-Black-Silver/dp/B0009ZBKG4/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1376066747&sr=8-12&keywords=the+gentle+leader

I use one of these for mine. Works just as well because you still lead them from the front but not so stupid looking. LOL.

If your beagle pulls a lot, I would recommend a front harness.
Best thing we ever got for our beagles.

https://www.amazon.com/PetSafe-Harness-Large-BLACK-SILVER/dp/B0009ZBKG4/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=front+harness&qid=1554853003&s=gateway&sr=8-4

Easy walk harness, specifically the one where it connects at the front - https://www.amazon.com/PetSafe-Harness-Medium-BLACK-SILVER/dp/B0009ZD3QY - Amazon could probably have it to you tomorrow :) I use the medium/large on my 80 pounder.

Im sure you already read all about them but Gentle Leaders are fantastic for leash training a dog. They don't act like a muzzle so the dog can still eat, drink, bark, ect while wearing them but they provide just enough pressure on the muzzle when they pull that the dog quickly learns not to pull while on a leash.

I adopted both of my dogs at the ages of 1 and 2, so they were full grown and already strong as hell (boxer/bullmastiff mixes are super strong for their size), and the gentle leader was a key tool I used to help them learn leash manners.

They hated them at first and spent the first 5 minutes trying to paw it off their muzzle but they quickly got used to wearing it and after 2 weeks completely stopped pulling while they were on a leash.

I no longer use the gentle leader and instead use this harness with the leash attached to both the harness and their collar. But I also keep 2 gentle leaders in our "emergency kit" along with an extra tandem leach attachment. The emergency kit is a kit I have put together in case something crazy like a fire or tornado happens and I need to be able to control them both at the same time when things are going crazy around us. It also includes extra meds for the one dog on a daily medication as well as enough food for 3 days.

I use a full size dog cage if I'm going anywhere decently far, along with ratchet straps to tie that down via the cargo hooks. My dogs are 65 and 50 lbs (Labrador and some vaguely Shepherd looking thing that isn't a Shepherd).

For short trips, I have a harness that clips directly into the seatbelt. I changed my rear seat buckles to be independent of the seat back, and flip the seat back up... buckle stays down on the ground, and I clip the dogs in their harness to that. With them standing on the floor they can't get up high enough to get into anything. Once in a very blue moon they'll manage to knock the metal bar of the rear seat over, and the seat will come down on them, but that's still pretty rare.

The seat buckle part is similar to this https://www.amazon.com/Vastar-Adjustable-Vehicle-Seatbelt-Harness/dp/B014W40TSW

You may need one of those plastic buckle covers that are usually used to keep kids from playing with their seatbelts, depends on their activity level.

What kinda harness you got for two?

I have this leash for two that I really like.

But I have these harnesses, they are just ok. Think I might like those more.

Rabbitgoo Dog Harness

It's from Icefang he's wearing a small. It's been pretty great only gripe is it's kinda heavy. We get cold winters here in NY so it works. I will attach the amazon link below. I will say though my friend has one from https://kiloninerpets.com/ which is a bit lighter and more breathable but also more than twice the price.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078N3HXTL/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Emphasis on the dog comment. My dog sits in the front passenger seat. About a year ago, I was almost in a collision thanks to an incident where someone ran a red light and I had to swerve and stop suddenly to avoid them. My seatbelt kept me secure but my poor dog smacked his face on the glove compartment pretty hard. Now I secure him with a seatbelt at all times. Here is the link to the one I purchased — it’s also quite useful w/ regard to preventing the dog from jumping out the window.

There are basically two types of harness styles I've found: strapy ones (like this) and more vest-y ones (like this]. My dog hates the strapy ones, and will scratch/itch at it and try to pull it off, so if your dog is really not a fan of their harness, try the other type - it could help.

I use the Canine Equipment no-pull harness, and it puts pressure on her shoulder area as opposed to her neck when she pulls. Its been a really great harness for her, and is similar enough to the vest-y type that it doesn't bother her.

I love the Ruffwear harness I got for my ACD. It's my go to whenever we go hiking on busy trails. It's well padded and very adjustable.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MY7VUXU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_VkqRDbVET47C5

Mine is adjustable and tightens up as much as you want. I guess if a M doesn't fit you need to get a L, but it should not be moving. Tighten up the neck portion so that it is riding high on the chest and then adjust the belly section so that it does not move. It should not touch the legs at all.

FWIW I have a PetSafe "Easy Walk" brand and it comes in many sizes.

That's pretty weird. Are you sure it was a name brand (premier or petsafe) and not a cheap knockoff? That's not my favorite equipment, but they usually hold up okay.

Try a Freedom Harness (measure so you'll get the right size). They're usually sturdy and hold up well.

You're welcome, I"m in Canada, but we use one like this one, overall I'm very scared if anything happens to her, so made sure to get one, she loves it too.

Get an easy walk harness by premier. It will resolve that. My wife who barely tops 5' can walk ours with out problem.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/PREMIER-Easy-Walk-Harness-LARGE/dp/B0009ZBKG4/ref=tag_stp_s2_edpp_url/278-9582196-0140445

PetSafe Easy Walk Harness

Alternately, you can try the Freedom Harness, which works better for some dogs.

It's just a standard front hook harness. He was a rescue that had poor leash skills, the front hook harnesses work similarly to a gentle leader in that when the dog pulls away the leash pulls their body back toward the handler. He caught on quick and handles very well now!

Great build! Question about traveling with pets. We always have harnesses on our dogs and use a dog seat belt. I noticed you had your dogs just sitting on the cushion. Have you ever thought about dog seat belts?

Definately get a mesh harness. Be wary of front clip harnesses that aren't mesh. We tried a front clip Wonder Walker and the leash would ride up and press on our pup's throat. Even fitted, we could hear choking.

There are different kinds of mesh harnesses. I find that ones through the head are okay if your pup has a small head and comfortable with shit going over his head. If not, I recommend either a mesh step in or a neck adjustable one.

For a growing puppy, the last one would last you the longest because the neck and belly can adjust independently. For durability, we like the 2nd one.

We've tried a Gooby harness and while it was good at first, it wasn't nearly as durable as the Puppia ones or safe. My pup's front legs could slip through the 'x' design. It was really weird. The strap is pretty thin leathery fabric that my 10lb pup chewed in one go. He has yet to chew through the puppia ones.

If you want a chew proof guaranteed one, you'll have to go with Lupine. All their harnesses are guaranteed even if chewed. It's awesome. I have a few, but they aren't as comfortable as the mesh ones.

Both our Aussies have gentle walk harnesses. Has helped greatly with our puller and makes walks super enjoyable. Plus no neck worries.

http://www.amazon.com/PetSafe-Harness-Large-Black-Silver/dp/B0009ZBKG4/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1405528084&sr=1-1&keywords=easy+walk+harness

• 1" Freedom No Pull Harness (Though I think I got mine on ebay.)
  
• Collar and leash are nothing special, just from the pet store. Collar is 1" flat buckle and leash is a 1" wide 6' long.
  
• Crate is TBD. We had a 40" (I think) wire Kong crate, but I'm trying to find a good plastic carrier style one to replace it with.

Pawaboo Dog Safety Vest Harness, Pet Dog Adjustable Car Safety Mesh Harness Travel Strap Vest with Car Seat Belt Lead Clip, Suitable for 11 lb-33 lb Dogs, BLACK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KNULPO6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_cBU3AbABDTKQ6

You're not wrong though. I have a little belt that goes into the seat buckle on one side and clips onto my dogs harness on the other.

$8 for two - please make sure your pups are safe!

Just wanted to add maybe a harness that clasps in the front to give you a bit more control in the mean time. Something like this really help while training my dog to heel.

I use this one with a ruffwear harness. He loves road trips!

Sure. The harness is the [Ruffwear Web Master] (http://www.amazon.com/Web-Master-Harness-Medium-Currant/dp/B005OTY7A6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1411757936&sr=8-1&keywords=ruffwear+webmaster+harness). Those things run kinda big. Doogie here wears a small and he's a medium in almost everything else.

Then we went to the hardware store and bought a small, thin, flexible piece of aluminium. Using a pear of tin snips, we cut it to fit the space between the handle on the harness and the hole where the dogs' head goes.
Drilled several very small holes around the edges of the cut piece of aluminium. Filed the holes and the edges of the aluminium so nothing would tear the fabric.

Parachute grade nylon thread. Sewed the aluminium sheet to the harness. The mount we stuck to the aluminum is the curved mount that came with the GoPro. They use this ridiculous 3M super tape on those things, and I haven't even noticed it starting to budge yet. I would check it regularly after outings though, if it starts to fail I'd rather I see it than just lose my GoPro. That dog gets himself good and far up the trail from us.

If you pause in the beginning of the video (0:18), you can get a close up of the whole setup. It was really easy. At the time, Go Pro hadn't released their own dog harness mount, so we just built one out of his existing harness.

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I bike with my dog and use this bike attachment, this harness and also [this] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002IJQDC/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) for her paws. She loves it. Here's some pics.

Here you go. Freedom No-Pull Dog Harness Training Package, Large, Blacklink

The Harness:
Freedom No-Pull Dog Harness Training Package with Leash, Teal Large https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A7EXSA8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_qMUpzb3JFZM49

The Leash:
PetsAlly Hands-Free Waist Dog Leash with Bag Dispenser and Training eBook, Gray https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HI7PP7U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_UCD8kJk2BXPTR

No problem, hope it helps! Also, for no pull leads for dogs I really like the Gentle Leader and the Easy Walk if that's an option you are also interested in for general leash walking manners.

Both my Schnauzer and Havanese would pull so hard that I would dread walk time. For small dogs they can make a walk a chore. The Havanese would pull so hard she would end up choking herself.

I bought this harness for both of them. It caused a dramatic change in their walking behavior. All I did is put it on them and they behaved like well trained dogs. I did no training with the harness, the dogs just knew to behave better.

The one I bought is noted below. I am not promoting this particular brand. I am just pointing out that it is the one I use. Good luck.

https://www.amazon.com/Authentic-Puppia-Soft-Dog-Harness/dp/B0013MX6GY/ref=sr_1_4?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1541537723&sr=1-4&keywords=Puppia+Dog+Harnesses&dpID=41b9dS6YTAL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

I've had this one for years. Works great
http://www.amazon.com/PetSafe-Harness-Large-Black-Silver/dp/B0009ZBKG4/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1412742261&sr=8-3&keywords=Dog+harness

Looks like it might be the Easy Walk harness. It's designed to be clipped in front of the legs, so when they pull, it tightens around their front legs and turns them towards you.

Used to have the same harness for my Hound/Bully mix and it worked well for him. It had no effect on our female, who pulls like a damn truck (we switched to using the gentle leader for her).

We use the Easy Walk. Works great.

Have these, work great https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B014W40TSW/

We use these and Ruffwear harnesses. One end clips into the seat belt thing and the other attaches to the back of the harness. They're cheap and work great.

I've never used OPs harness. Our problem pooch uses the Gentle Leader which works wonders since it controls her head (and is thus uncomfortable to pull). The Easy Walk worked for her until she learned to manipulate it, but is still a great tool for our non-problem pooches, and is probably less easily manipulated when walking one.

Especially a no pull harness or even a gentle leader (although the Holt Head collar is apparently better). My dog pulls HARD when we go on walks. I can't describe how much better she is with the easy walk harness or head collar.

Or for $13 you can get this and have your dog safely secured in you car.

Then no pups through the windshield!

Yay for your foster getting adopted!

For the new leash puller foster, have you tried one of those no-pull harnesses? My pibble pulls like crazy and this harness has been a god send. No more pulling!

This is what we use: https://www.amazon.com/Vastar-Adjustable-Vehicle-Seatbelt-Harness/dp/B014W40TSW/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=puppy+seatbelt&qid=1564084399&s=gateway&sr=8-3

Attached to her harness. 4 mo goldendoodle, she likes it fine!

My 8 month old lab mix does the same thing!!!! It’s absolutely terrifying. Like, heart dropping, life ending terrifying.

We got him the easy walk harness and it is a game changer! Not only can he not escape but he doesn’t pull anymore on walks! Here it is on Amazon!

Use a harness that attaches in the front. They are amazing.
http://www.amazon.com/PetSafe-Harness-Medium-Black-Silver/dp/B0009ZD3QY/ref=zg_bs_2975341011_5

are you using a normal collar/leash? my labradoodle pulled like he wanted to choke himself until I got a harness that attaches from the front. when he pulls it tightens on his front shoulders and pulls his legs together, preventing him from pulling. I also give him lots of small treats, keeping my arm tucked to my side so he has to be right beside me to get them and is rewarded for being close to and listening to me.


as far as comments goes, it sounds like a majority of the comments you are getting are somewhat sexist since your S/O isn't receiving those same remarks. I would just remind them he's still a puppy in training and focus on training your pup. that's definitely frustrating, having to listen to people make the same comments over and over again though.

I bought mine at the Nissan dealership but it looks similar to this (see link below) it hooks to their harness.

Vastar 2 Packs Adjustable Pet Dog Cat Car Seat Belt Safety Leads Vehicle Seatbelt Harness, Made from Nylon Fabric https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014W40TSW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_BOw7Cb0HYCXN1

Why thank you.

It's just one of these:

http://www.amazon.com/Puppia-Soft-Dog-Harness-Small/dp/B0013N183G/

But I don't recommend it. It's pretty flimsy and is already falling apart after just a few months. I only use for riding in the car and just until Sleepypod (hopefully) comes out with one big enough for her:

http://sleepypod.com/clickit

Yeah ive seen those before, i know they are pretty popular but i could see people who dont have dogs thinking they are muzzles :-/. the front hook discourages pulling on the easy walk.
https://www.amazon.com/PetSafe-Harness-Large-BLACK-SILVER/dp/B0009ZBKG4

They're cute as heck.

That's an odd seat belt situation you have going on there. I recently picked some of these up, and it might be a better system than what you've got going on, especially because you already use harnesses.

I use the Freedom No-Pull Harness, made by idk who, but it has dual clips--front and shoulders-with a two-pronged leash and you can decide how you want to clip on. On the chest and shoulder, if he/she pulls? Just on the chest w/ the leash extended to turn around to face you when excited or just on the shoulders to give a long lead? Multiple points of control. It also has like velvet on the under strap, which I feel doesn't chafe my girl's sensitive skin.

Also I live by the ocean, and the harnesses go on all through the beach time fun--lots of salt and saltwater, plus we're accidentally horrible at taking care of them (we take the off once they get into the car, and then forget to rinse them) tbh because they're on Amazon for like $30, no rust at all in the last... approximately 9mo. So, that's my vote.

Edit: here's the link: http://www.amazon.com/Freedom-No-Pull-Harness-Training-Package/dp/B005OPZXZ8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1409293098&sr=8-1&keywords=freedom+no+pull+harness but there's different variations on what to buy, the two-pronged leash, no leash, colors, sizes, etc.

I use the petsafe easy walk harness with mine. It's been solid for over 2 years now. She's 40lbs and wears a medium.

I have this one off of Amazon and really like it. It has both front and back clips for the leash.

Could you link me that one? But i was looking online and found this one. Is it good?

Try an easy lead! They're the kind where the leash attached in the front (but still a harness, not a collar). It makes walking stubborn shibes so much easier

PetSafe Easy Walk Harness, Large, BLACK/SILVER for Dogs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009ZBKG4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_c3SBzb7TC7FWY

I had the same issue with my lab retriever. I tried using the Halti collar and harness and we couldn't walk more than 5 feet without Chester trying to pull it off his face. I know you said you tried harnesses and so did I and I found this one works best for us. As soon as I put it on he stopped pulling.

Welcome back! On my prime day list I have this dog harness that you can also use in the car https://www.amazon.com.mx/dp/B00164SZMO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_3AilDb6JS6ZM1

I volunteer at a shelter (and also have my own two pups) and transport dogs all the time. I have an old blanket that I use to cover the backseat of my '11 impreza and I attach this: http://www.amazon.com/Kurgo-Direct-Seat-Belt-Dogs/dp/B00EPKH45U/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1408933823&sr=1-1&keywords=kurgo+seat+belt+tether
To the halters of the dogs. It's quick and easy to attach and you can adjust the length of the tether if you want to give them a little wiggle room.

There's also a knock off harness of the front range that is awesome! I've kept in on my pup for whole days consistently with no issues.

knock off one

I run with my dog (lab retriever), and she does well with a harness. Less pressure on her nose :) http://www.amazon.com/Premier-Harness-Medium-Black-Silver/dp/B0009ZD3QY

Something like this is much safer for the dog's health. There are dozens of brands -- I'm not recommending any one in particular -- just pointing out a design flaw that's common in "no pull" harnesses.

There are seat belts you can get for dogs relatively cheap!

Edit

Vastar 2 Packs Adjustable Pet Dog Cat Car Seat Belt Safety Leads Vehicle Seatbelt Harness, Made from Nylon Fabric https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014W40TSW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_4QU-ybJ29EY8F

Puppia harnesses are very popular, they are adjustable and have a padded neck opening.

we got these for my boy. they are adjustable so you can make it loose enough so they can stand but not move too far.

Vastar 2 Packs Adjustable Pet Dog Cat Car Seat Belt Safety Leads Vehicle Seatbelt Harness, Made from Nylon Fabric
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014W40TSW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_t1qEAbKFASFJ3

We use a Puppia harness and it works well. We do 2-3 hour hikes with our little guy and it doesn't irritate his skin or armpits. We don't however leave it on all day, when he's in the house he's naked, and if he's alone in the house he's got his collar with his id and rabies on. If we leave the harness on all day, then like other harnesses it rubs some fur off and we prefer that not to happen.

Here it is on Amazon. It tightens on the chest instead of the neck when the dogs pulls and throws them off-balance. Works very well and much more humane. Just watch out, the first time I put it on my husky, I got distracted and she chewed it off in about a minute haha.

I ended up getting something like this for my pup and due to the breed, it worked for me since he used it for a few months. However, goldens grow bigger and faster than Boston Terriers for sure. So I'm not sure it's really worth the price for your situation.

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Black-Soft-Sided-Pet-Carrier/dp/B00QHC01C2/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1540302534&sr=8-5&keywords=dog+travel+carrier

Do you know anyone with pets that might have a smaller carrier that you could borrow for this trip?

I eventually moved my pup to use this with a blanket under him. (Only use it with a harness though, not on a collar which could be dangerous to your pup) So in a pinch, it should work and last you a while.

https://www.amazon.com/Vastar-Adjustable-Vehicle-Seatbelt-Harness/dp/B014W40TSW/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1540302815&sr=8-2-spons&keywords=dog+car+harness+seat+belt&psc=1

I use the freedom harness, it has velvet on the straps under the arms so it doesn't irritate my Mishka's chest/armpits. It doesn't have the martingale feature, but it does have the option of being front attaching or back attaching.

http://amzn.com/B005OPZXZ8

This is the restraint we use. With sometime four in the car, this is quick and easy to put on them.

Here is the no-pull harness I use.
Rabbitgoo Dog Harness No-Pull Pet Harness Adjustable Outdoor Pet Vest 3M Reflective Oxford Material Vest for Dogs Easy Control for Small Medium Large Dogs

I've got one like this. Basically it is a harness that attaches with a strap to the seat belt.

I've found I use it less rather than more. My dog is a wiggle worm and inevitably gets herself wrapped up in the strap and the seat belt. I'm going to try out one of the ones with a run next time.

Have you looked at the harnesses that attach at the front of the dog's chest? That way, when they start to pull, they are turned back towards you. [Something like this] (https://www.amazon.com/Chais-Choice-Products-No-Pull-Harness/dp/B00URW5CTK/ref=sr_1_4?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1478290004&sr=1-4&keywords=no+pull+harness)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014W40TSW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Are you referring to a latch like this?

Not the OP.

We went with this one https://www.amazon.com/Freedom-No-Pull-Harness-Training-Package/dp/B005OPZXZ8

It has the option of hooking in front or back or both. Front has worked best for us.

Edit; Does not help with reactive pulling but helps with general loose leash walking.

It's called the Easy Walk Harness. They're nice.

We've been using the Puppia vest harness for our chihuahuas and they've never been able to back out of it. It's nice and padded too so I feel good about having it on them for long walks/training sessions.

https://www.amazon.com/Puppia-Soft-Dog-Harness-Small/dp/B0013N183G

We use the Puppia mesh harness. The pups seem to like it. It slips over the head.
Puppia Soft Dog Harness, Red, Small https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0013N183G/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_88Slub0RSSG8C
They have a size chart on the puppia website but I ordered from Amazon.

Amazing harness for 21 bucks if you are an Amazon Prime member. Kurgo Tru-Fit Crash Tested Dog Harness, Black, Large - Lifetime Warranty https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0064ACNLO/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_gT2Cxb1AZM2KY

You should invest in some of these. They have saved my dog's face from the dashboard many times.

Vastar 2 Packs Adjustable Pet Dog Cat Car Seat Belt Safety Leads Vehicle Seatbelt Harness, Made from Nylon Fabric https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014W40TSW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_9f9QBbJ9NX8F8

We love our Easy Walk harness. It really helped our pitty stop pulling on walks, since the D ring clip is in the front and not between the shoulders. Its tough and adjustable.