Types of small dog harnesses
– why they are a good idea

Small dog harnesses have become widely used as many owners feel they are safer and more comfortable than a collar on their dog.

The pressure is placed on the breast bone and not on the throat, there is also thought to be less pressure on the back as the pulling power of the dog is better distributed.

So perhaps for a dachshund a harness is a good choice, and they are easy to put on your puppy. Ensure you get the correct fit by measuring your dogs girth (measure just behind the front legs) harnesses usually have an adjustable girth strap. An adjustable harness has slides that allow it to grow with your puppy.

Most dog harnesses can be used with a long, or short lead and car seat belt, and have adjustment buckles made from plastic or metal some of these can be quite ornamental.

There are two basic designs of small dog harnesses one is made up of straps of leather or nylon /cotton webbing and secured with buckles the other is made of suitable fabric looking more like a waist coat and secured with valco or buckles with an attachment for your lead at the back.

The leather or nylon harness can come in a variety of colors, with stripes, added decorations and perhaps personalized with your dogs name, also the nylon webbing harness can be lined with fleece for dog that are subject to irritations. Some harnesses come in sets with collars and leads in the same pattern.

Designer dog harnesses can be a real fashion statement, and made from a large range of fabrics, mesh, microfiber and velvet, the strap type harnesses come in designs for special occasion that are gold or jeweled. Safety harnesses, most small dog harnesses attach to your car seat belt this helps protect your dog from injury in an accident and also stops them moving around in the vehicle. Reflect –vest made of fluorescent orange fabric with reflective strips that light up in the dark with car lights. Life jacket vests ensure your dog is safe at all times when you take your dog boating.

A car harness has a loop in the back to allow the seat belt to slide through and buckle, if your dog often travels in the car this a good dog safety feature.

Dog harness that has a retractable leach built in is an excellent for quick control.

With small dog harnesses no matter which type you choose remember it is this type of equipment that keeps your dog safe and gives you both the opportunity to enjoy many happy hours.

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