Whether it is to reduce pulling, avoid trachea injuries or gain a mechanical advantage, dog harnesses are beneficial.Pat Miller updates the dog harness information from the April 2017 article we posted in AHD, March 29, 2017. Miller uses a 0 to 4 paw rating when identifying the best harnesses. Pet owners will appreciate this information. Consider using it on websites, social media and printing off the ratings to use in house.
Source: Whole Dog Journal, January 3, 2018.
All the harnesses we reviewed work reasonably well to mitigate pulling by putting tension on the front of the dog’s chest; many also offer back-clip options. These products can be used with a leash that has clips at both ends; the handler can use pressure on the back attachment point to guide the dog when she’s not pulling and control her pressure on the front attachment point if she begins to pull.
INSIGHTS: The review is targeted to adult dog harnesses. For tips on finding the best device for a puppy, see “Best Puppy Collars & Harnesses,” (January 2016).