Most dogs pull on their leashes from time to time. Even the best trained dogs can ‘get ahead of themselves’ and you. Other dogs pull as a habit, no matter what you do. Some dog breeds are also known to pull. Many traditional leashes and collars are not ideal for dogs that pull. They can hurt the dog, or you! Let’s chat about the best collars for pulling to keep you on your feet and your pooch happy.
Harnesses and the best collars for pulling
Most puppies pull while they are still in their initial stages of training. If you use the right collar on your young puppy, you can train him to stop pulling before it becomes a habit.
No-Pull Harness: For puppies and dogs in training, a ‘no pull harness’ is ideal.
The leash clip is situated in the front of the harness, below the dog’s throat – instead of behind the back of the neck, as with most harnesses. The advantage here is that when your dog pulls hard against the leash, the harness collar will stop them immediately – but without pulling on the dog’s throat or pulling up their neck.
No-Slip Collar: Not all dogs and puppies like a harness. A no slip collar is ideal for them, or for dogs that have a tendency to rush at something they see. A no slip-collar will stop them in their tracks without any risk that your dog will slip out of the collar. The flexibility of the collar itself also insures that your dog will not be injured by the collar biting into its neck.
For the chronic puller and large dogs that can be difficult to control
- Prong Collar: This collar is for your big dogs that pull. It means business. Although some people may argue that this collar is harsh, it is guaranteed to stop your dog instantly. Prong collars work by delivering an instant ‘shock’ to your dogs neck by pinching the skin when the dog pulls suddenly. It won’t injure your dog – but he will think twice before pulling again! This collar is an ideal training tool for dogs that risk their own or your injury every time you take them for a walk.
Walking your dog should be a pleasure, for both you and your dog. The best collars for pulling will help you train that nasty habit out of your dog and help dally walks the joy they should be.
