07-09-2007, 05:13 PM
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So Fucking Banned
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Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: the beach, SoCal
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Originally Posted by Munki's Girl
My dog is awesome, but she's always sucked walking on a leash. She pulls a lot and I've got to brace myself to use some muscle before each walk. We've tried a variety of collars, harnesses, treats and training techniques...she gets it, she just doesn't give a fuck.
I got this head harness called a gentle leader, it's very similar to a horse lead style. Since it connects the leash under the dogs chin, the dog can't pull forward without practically turning around the opposite direction. My dog walked like an angel instantly (although you could tell she felt a little defeated).
It's a very comfortable loose fit, and there's no choking. They can still drink water, pant, yawn, bark, barf, etc. You can get them at most major pet supply chains, it was the best $20 I've ever spent on my dog

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I may have to get one of those after the XBIZ show.
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Originally Posted by CDSmith
You go with what works. That worked, and your dog will be better off for it and you'll both enjoy the walks more.
The choke chain was what's worked for the dogs I've owned. I had my present dog walking without pulling in about an hour with one,
But this gadget you got looks good too. If I get another dog I may have to try it out on him. (or her)
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I have always used choke chains in the past, but Buddy just looks at it as another challenge.
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