Yorkshire Pet Shop Pet Articles » dog walking http://www.yorkshirepetshop.co.uk/blog Pet Articles Sun, 21 Jun 2009 11:12:58 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 Choosing the right dog harness http://www.yorkshirepetshop.co.uk/blog/choosing-dog-harness/ http://www.yorkshirepetshop.co.uk/blog/choosing-dog-harness/#comments Sun, 21 Jun 2009 11:11:38 +0000 Yorkshire Pet Shop http://www.yorkshirepetshop.co.uk/blog/?p=29 You may decide to use a dog harness for safety reasons, a medical condition or behaviour problems with your dog. Smaller dogs can have problem with a collar around their small and fragile necks. Larger dog like to pull so a harness can help owners gain more control over a powerful dog.Some owners of dogs with large necks and small heads have no choice but to use a dog harness to prevent the dog from pulling out of a dog collar.
When choosing a dog harness you should consider the following:

  • The material the harness is made with. A soft dog harness is usually ideal, but you may prefer a more sturdy leather one.
  • Make sure you measure your dog correctly. If you use the wrong size harness there is a risk the dog will slip free.
  • Dog harnesses should be adjustable so you can get the best possible fit.
  • The harness should be comfortable for you dog and of course look cool!

Other features of a dog harness should include

  • Machine washable material
  • Easy to use with a study metal ring to clip a lead onto
  • Harnesses should be safe, sturdy and durable

Yorkshire Pet Shop have a great range of dog harnesses all in great styles, at great prices and with the features mentioned above.

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