Boston Figurine

Choosing the Right Harness For Your Dog

The Resource for Everything About Dogs


Boston Terrier Mug

Boston Terrier Treat Jar

Boston Terrier Leash Hook

Boston Terrier
Embroidered Canvas Tote Bag

Boston Terrier Mousepads

Price: 9.95

Boston Terrier Mousepads (American Flag)
Price: 9.95

Choosing the Right Harness For Your Dog

by Eric Hartwell



Choosing the right harness for your dog can be a problem. There are a number of factors to consider.

Dogs are the perfect companions when going out for a walk in the park or on the beach. With their highly energetic exuberance and overflowing happiness, it is inevitable that dogs can become constant companions for those who need a little uplifting of the spirits. Walking around with a dog may prove to be more relaxing than walking alone. The easy camaraderie and love between a dog and its owner more than makes up for any tiredness that walking creates on a person ? making choosing the right harness for your dog even more important. Mind you, having a dog to walk may even encourage you to exercise more!

Not only does walking your dog provide you with a good amount of exercise, it also helps in building up your dog?s ego especially of you are correct in choosing the right harness. A dog?s body is geared for running and playing and both are necessary for his well-being. Lack of exercise can bring about all kinds of digestive disorders such as constipation and some degree of mental and physical sluggishness too. Walking with humans provide a dog not just some physical benefits but emotional gratification as well.

Leash Training:

Walking with your dog should be a period of gratification as well as serious education for his future well being making choosing the right harness for your dog an important consideration. When you are out with your dog, teach him to walk a few steps in front of you and not to pull constantly on the leash. A definite amount of psychology is needed in teaching a dog to be towed along with a leash attached to his neck. Expect that he will fight, tug and pull the first time you take him out for a walk!

The first step to leash training is to teach your dog to wear a collar. He will not like it at first and will likely scratch it and try to get it off but soon he will resign himself to his fate. Allow him to get used to the collar for a week or so and then, try to attach a rope to the collar and let him play with it and drag it around the house first. This makes him feel that he is not totally chained to the rope. Then, try to hold the rope and let him feel that you have control of his collar. At first, he would put up resistance like tugging or pulling and going in every direction. Remember to never jerk the rope and soon, he will realize that nothing drastic will happen to him when you hold the rope. Once he?s ready for walking, teach him to walk with you without getting under your feet. Once a dog has his first experience of walking on the park with you, he will surely appreciate his collar!

Choosing the right harness for your dog:

Choosing the right harness for your dog is made more difficult because there are different types available. The metal choke collar is probably the most popular. If your dog is quite large and strong, this is the best collar for him. The fur saver choke collar is devised to manage the dog without leaving any chain marks around his neck. The nylon choke collar is best suited for small dogs for they are gentler than the others. The rule of thumb when choosing the right harness is to find the best collar that would suit his type, temperament and breed.

These simple steps may very well ensure a more fun-filled and enjoying walk with your dog. By choosing the right harness for your dog you can both experience added pleasure together. So go out there and take your dog to the park or the beach!

Do you want to know more about dog care or anything about the crazy world of dogs? then visit us here

Eric Hartwell - EzineArticles Expert Author



Return to Index








12 MONTH Advantage Flea Control Blue: For Dogs Over 55lbs.

Advantage Blue kills fleas on dogs fast. Advantage kills 98% of fleas within 12 hours and continues to work for up to one month per application. It also breaks the flea life cycle by killing flea larvae. Advantage can be used on puppies as young as 7 weeks old. Also, it is safe for dogs that are pregnant or nursing. Advantage is water-resistant, so it kills fleas even after shampooing and exposure to rain. Advantage is applied between the shoulder blades on dogs. Effective Flea Control . . . No Prescription Required! Guaranteed US EPA approved. Contains imidacloprid, the fastest flea preventive, which works within 12 hours Long-lasting Over-The-Counter formula keeps working for up to 4 weeks Easy-squeeze tube for easy application. Water-resistant formula stays strong through baths and rain


3 MONTH Frontline PLUS Orange for Dogs 0-22 lbs

Frontline Plus provides your dog with the most complete spot-on flea and tick protection available. In addition to killing 98-100% of adult fleas on your dog within 24 hours, Frontline Plus contains a special ingredient that kills flea eggs and larvae, too, and keeps all stages of fleas from developing. By effectively stopping the development of new fleas, Frontline Plus completely breaks the flea life cycle. And, Frontline Plus kills all stages of 4 major ticks including those that may transmit Lyme Disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. It's completely waterproof. Effective Flea & Tick Control . . . No Prescription Required! Guaranteed US EPA approved. Over-The-Counter topical kills fleas & ticks in under 48 hours Protect against Lyme Disease! Easy to apply monthly preventive Contains (S)-methoprene, effective for halting immature stages of fleas


3V Caps Skin Formula for Med/Large Breeds (60 caps)

3V Caps by DVM Pharmaceuticals is a concentrated dietary supplement which is beneficial for the maintenance of a healthy skin coat in dogs and cats. It contains fish oil as a source of Omega-3 fatty acids plus vitamins A, D, and E. The dosage is 1-2 capsules daily for pets 30-60 lbs. Guaranteed Analysis (per capsule): Crude Protein no less than 7% Crude Fat no less than 90% Crude Fiber not more than 1% Moisture not more than 2% Vitamin E 75 IU Vitamin A 1250 IU Vitamin D 125 IU Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) 180 mg Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) 120 mg Ingredients: Fish Oil, Safflower Oil, Borage Seed Oil, dl-alpha-Tocopheryl, Cod Liver Oil, Acetate (Vitamin E), Gelatin, Water, Glycerin.


6 MONTH Advantage Flea Control Blue: For Dogs Over 55 lbs.

Advantage Blue kills fleas on dogs fast. Advantage kills 98% of fleas within 12 hours and continues to work for up to one month per application. It also breaks the flea life cycle by killing flea larvae. Advantage can be used on puppies as young as 7 weeks old. Also, it is safe for dogs that are pregnant or nursing. Advantage is water-resistant, so it kills fleas even after shampooing and exposure to rain. Advantage is applied between the shoulder blades on dogs. Effective Flea Control . . . No Prescription Required! Guaranteed US EPA approved. Contains imidacloprid, the fastest flea preventive, which works within 12 hours Long-lasting Over-The-Counter formula keeps working for up to 4 weeks Easy-squeeze tube for easy application. Water-resistant formula stays strong through baths and rain


6 MONTH Frontline Top Spot for Cats and Kittens

Frontline Top Spot for cats and kittens provides flea and tick protection for at least one month. It is applied topically and each packet has 6 applications providing 6 months of protection. Effective Flea & Tick Control . . . No Prescription Required! Guaranteed US EPA approved. Over-The-Counter topical kills fleas & ticks in under 48 hours Protect against Lyme Disease!


Cannot find it here? Search the internet with the power of Google:
Google