How would this work with a dog that turns to face you and pulls backwards rather than lunging forwards against it?
2088641
If the collar is adjusted correctly you should be able to regain control. If you do have a problem keeping the collar on use an over the shoulders harness as a secondary safety on a separate leash.
2088642
I never had that happen with my dog. He was always trying to drag me behind him when we went walking but this has stopped that completely for me.
2088643
I think it would not be helpful in this case, and the dog may be able to slip it over his head in that position.
2208975
I don't get the non pulling part. They can still lunge forward, but if you look at the picture of this, nothing is close to the neck. the weight is against the front part of the chest. I have Pom's and cannot have any pressure on the neck so this works great for me. It also just slips over their head and then they step into the bottom part that is padded. I have very long-haired Pomeranians and it has never tangled in their hair.
1352005
This device does not cover or control the mouth of the dog, so I don't think it would prevent nipping. Instead it discourages the dog from pulling ahead on the leash.
1873135
I love these harnesses, but one of my dogs did the same thing. This has only happened once. Do you have the soft part of the harness in the back? You should be able to tighten both sides enough so he can't pull out. I usually hold the leash up a bit so he can't pull backwards. I do love the quick release.
1762134
It gives the handler a great deal of control. Your dog can be discouraged from lunging at others once you take up the slack in the leash. Controlling the dog with a gentle lead is like controlling a horse with a bridle.
455403
hasn't happened to me, but any clasp is a weak point given enough strength. This is supposed to be designed for breeds whose neck is too weak for harnesses that loop around the neck. For a pulling dog, I recommend a gentle leader which goes around the bridge of the muzzle and connects to a collar...if he pulls, it will make his face turn sideways which will in turn make him want to be at your side to be more comfortable.
1663573
No!!! This harness does not prevent your dog from pulling. Don't waste the money.
306584
They can tug each other. I just make my other dog pause while the one needs to do his business. Hope this helps.
439916
A 70 lb lab should have no problem turning around. It is quite roomy.I am not sure what you mean by getting out.
1447452
My aussie like to move, but HATES other doggies..when we encounter one I just pedal a bit faster so he HAS to pay attention to where were going..it seems like my bike never budges when he does try to lunge. I was using just his leash to bike walk him before and it was scarey when he would lunge ..I was afraid I woul go over. The center of gravity helps with this walky dog and I am hands free to keep us going..hope this helps !
1516389
My 75 lb Golden pulls sometimes when she needs to stop and pooh. It only moves me enough to give me a signal, but doesn't cause a problem. If I don't want to stop I peddle faster, which seems to encourage her to run instead of stop. Only if I were going very slowly would it be a problem.
34896
you can pull it backwards, sometimes the blade will catch and cut the rubber flap, sometimes it doesn't, seems to depend on how rough the ground is. doesn't take much effort to release the switch though, when you remember.
205922
I have 2 Golden Retrievers and one has always been a puller and a dragger. Never experienced a problem with her "backing out" to date. Mind you, it does`nt make her the (perfect) walking Dog but I know longer need to risk having my arm pulled out of my shoulder socket.
890181
In one word NO... If you're not around and you chain him or her up she can back outjjust as easily as a regular harness. And it doesn't work any better than a regular harness to get them to stop pulling either. Its about the training. Harnesses just give them more leverage to pull on u. This Wont let them be as comfortable as a regular harness when they pull so they Cant take you with them but it still promotes them pulling initially.
1432557
Yes it does! If they pull it lifts their butts right off the ground and stops them. When their body is Sideways its a strange sensation for them and it takes some time and walks to get used to it.
110119
I recommend something with a chain- not completely chain, so they can hear the sound of it pulling closed. Also the harnesses that pull their noses down seem to work for big dogs that already pull. Another bit of advice, don't let them pull you. If the dog is hell bent on going one direction change course with a firm NO. When they quit pulling then they are allowed to make decisions on where the walk will go.
661156
Agreed - he can't pull forward and rip out, but he is a mellow guy. If he were to have a typical cat spaz attack, I could see that, if he were facing me, he could squirm out. That is a cat thing - they can get out of a straightjacket if they are scared enough. This is the most secure thing short of a barred cage, and is better than a nylon harness