Would We Recommend A Dog Harness?

Is a dog harness worth it?

A dog harness is one of the most common walking tools, and for most dogs it’s a solid, safe choice but it’s not always ideal. We'll go into pros and cons of the harness to help make you a decision!

Here's a list of pros for a dog harness:

• Less strain on the neck because unlike collars or slip leads (as mentioned in our previous articles), a harness helps to spread pressure across the chest and shoulders. That’s especially important for small dogs or breeds prone to airway issues.

• Harnesses can be good for dogs that pull as you can front-clip to help turn the dog back toward you, making pulling less effective. It also gives you better control to help work at training.

• A harness can also offer more security for nervous or reactive dogs as the harnesses are well-fitted.

• They can be more comfortable for longer walks!
  

Although they offer a lot of pros, there can be a few cons to consider:

• A dog harness can encourage pulling as it can tap into that sled dog effect.

• Fit really matters so it can be expensive to trial the best ones for your dog. Similarly, a poorly fitted harness can rub, restrict movement, or even cause joint issues over time.

• They can offer less precise control than a head collar as some dogs learn to lean into it. It's up to you what you fancy and what's best for your dog at the end of the day. A harness does not correct lead manners at the end of the day, the baseline will still need training and improving but a harness offers better control.