My aging lab mix loves to still go for walks - is this harness designed for walking or just light support and lifting?
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I just use the back part for lifting. It did not work for me as designed. I called the Solvit Company and spike with Mike. He spent 30 minutes on the phone with me brainstorming. Now, I do not know how we lived with out it. Congrats on having an aging dog, you are blessed!
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I bought it for the lifting and supporting and did not try on a leash. It can be used that way but as already suggested, it might slip a bit for other than a calm walk. I don't think it is intended to aid in controlling a dog on a leash.
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For a big dog is good, I have a schnauzer is too big for him so I'm not using, but for a lab will be great will help your dog and your back.
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It is designed for walking, as well as light support and lifting. I tried it for a boxer, but I couldn't get the right fit for his large front and small rear. Good luck, although with Amazon it's easy return if it doesn't work out.
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The front of the harness slips a little so if your doing slow walking I think it would be ok but I but the back harness in the front and like it better, I don't use the front harness. My dog isn't old but I use it, when we walk because he tends to get excited when he sees other dogs so it helps me keep a firm grip on him if I beed to!
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My dog is a beagle mix,35 lbs.,who loves to run and smell things. She would pull me around to the point of choking herself. Have used this leash for several months and she can no longer pull me as the leash controls her back legs, it is a pleasure to walk her now,I tried a harness but she got out of it and still choked herself. Hope this info helps you!
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I cannot find any kind of a hook to clip a leash on mine. If that's important to you, you might want to try the Kurgo (I was pretty happy with that one - though the pockets aren't as roomy and it's all one piece). FWIW, my dog pulls a lot and I found a pinch collar works pretty well. Believe it or not, combined with a retractable leash, he's much more manageable. He has more freedom and responds better to the pinch collar. I know that's not the "proper" way to walk a dog, but I'm happy if I can walk him without getting sore arms!
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Yes. My dog used to take me for walks, LOL. At first he would still try to walk me but after switching to this collar it has stopped his pulling considerably. The thing I love most about this collar is that it does not tighten to a full choke like a choker collar does. It tightens enough to stop my dog from pulling but does not choke him. I have a 70+ pound American Pit Bull Terrier and there is no way he is going to slip out of this collar which was my main reason for purchasing this collar. Hope this helps!
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My dog ​​is the Dogs . While walking my dog always pulls . Collars are as a matter of do not think so. However, it is free when it is not my dog ​​for a walk.
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I have a small Pekinese cross who slipped out of everything I tried, even when I modified them. This harness has eliminated that problem. He has never managed to back out and it isn't because he hasn't tried. We walk every day and I've used it for over a year.
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Easy walk harness? Great for dogs that pull when you walk.. Not designed to train loose leash walking or heeling... I think it is a bit restrictive and I would not want my dog running with it. It really is just best for helping people control dogs that pull too hard on walks and don't have time or ability to train loose leash or heeling behaviors.
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I think it would be best for you to contact the seller of this harness. I no longer use the harness. Previous answer by David is excellent. Give that loving doggie a bit hug for me.
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This harness works well for me and my 90 pound dog. However, it needs to be fit carefully and buckled/leashed properly. Also, remember with a strong dog this size, if they are absolutely determined to get loose, they will, if not by slipping the harness, then by sheer force pulling away from the person walking them.
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I am sure the fit for every dog is a bit different. My Hudson looks like a German shorthair pointer - for him it rides a little below his chest in the front which allows for the pull to encourage movement toward me rather than the usual tug of war. It doesn't seem to be uncomfortable for him at all and I prefer it for sure over the chain collar. Other harnesses I've seen just seem to give the dog more body weight to pull with. I like that this one works smarter , not harder.:-)
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It is a tight fit going over his head when taking it off, but our dog loves to go out for a walk and tolerates our putting the harness on and taking it off--is even eager. Unfortunately, it doesn't stop his pulling.
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It can be. It's maybe not ideal, but in a pinch (when we are traveling), I walk the dog in this. It's a bit more "firm" fit than a normal walking harness so not sure I'd rely on this for more than an occasional use.
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I use these on all 4 of my dogs. We have 2 huskies, 1 wolf hybrid and a pit mix. Works wonders. I can walk all four of them at once without any pulling and altogether there is 350lbs of dog there. Also, we go to the dog park every day and all 4 run for 1-3 hours without any issue at all. The brief answer......it does not affect they way they walk and they are totally able to run freely with it on. The harness does not "force" them to heel. Since the leash is attached to the loop on their chest, it simply breaks their momentum and prevents them from pulling.
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Yes definitely. I use the harness when I take my dog to the dog park instead of the leash with the collar. My dog pulls a lot when he see other dogs...social butterfly...never meets a stranger...human or canine. Hope this helps
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I know this is an old question but I have a 70# Bouvier pup that used to pull on the leash and his prong collar is working like a champ. You might just want to enlist a trainer to help get you started with it.
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We also have an 11 year old lab. She weighs 80+ lbs and I can longer lift her. She loves to go for rides and the Pup Step enables her to get in our SUV. It took some training and patience but she handles it well.
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I have a "mutt" who is a lab and pit bull mix...although the vet. doubts this mixture...she is medium sized and currently weighs 60 bounds and 5+ years.. She has a big back yard to roam free in and when loose she can have selective hearing, but minds well with this lease. I have used many collars and Easy Walker on her, but both of us like the Slip Lease the best....It is easy to get on and easy to pull off....best of all she does not fight it. Hope this is helpful.....