Harnesses For Dogs

Find the information you need to know about harnesses for your dog, so you can pick the best one and finally get your dog to stop pulling on that leash.


When it comes to finding the right harness for your dog, there are various considerations to bear in mind. Ideally, the perfect dog harness would be one that is adjustable, fits well, is durable, has secure buckles, is machine washable, and is comfortable. Harnesses for dogs come in all shapes and sizes, and that is why we would like to give you a few pointers that will serve you well when looking for that right harness.

Leather should be avoided as it is uncomfortable and bulky. Also, the thickness of the harness straps should be proportional to the size of the dog, and it is often a good idea to measure your dog’s chest before purchasing to ensure proper sizing.

You might also consider a no pull harness, which will spread the pressure of you pulling on the leash throughout the entire frontal area of your dog, and not just his neck as is commonplace with many lower quality harnesses. These harnesses are desiged to help you train your dog not to pull, as when you hold the leash tight it will target specific regions behind your dog’s legs that are sensitive to pressure.

Puppia dog harnesses are a perfect blend of comfort and practicality, as they provide a tight but cushiony fit. It is the one we personally use at home, and we’re quite satisfied with it.

Now earlier we mentioned that harnesses came in all shapes and sizes, which is why if your dog is large, you might want to consider a large dog harness for him, as the straps will allow you to customize the fit better, and your dog will be more comfortable, and will not be able to free himself from the harness as easily.

If you’ve never owned one before, you will be probably amazed at the noticeable difference with the pulling. A friend of mine has a large husky dog, and it kept running her around. We had a discussion and she tried it out, and not only did the pulling stop, but she felt much more at ease to walk the husky around the streets, knowing it wouldnt decide to run off any time it chose approriate to.

And if you’re still not convinced to make the switch to a dog harness, consider this: some dogs will stand their ground when being pulled back, if the leash is tied to their necks. If the pressure is spread throughout their front, you will get a different response. Now the dog should still have his collar on top of the dog harness so you can have his identification on him, but both can really go hand in hand.

Now you should note that there are brands who are willing to personalize the dog harness to a given size and to your liking. While these are generally considerably more expensive (sometimes up to 50%), it may be a wise road to go if you have a larger dog, as the harnesses are fewer for that specific market.

Enjoy your shopping!