Why I Don't Train With A Harness

[@e-dog-c]

Great video Ben, I’ve been using a martingale with my Corgi and it’s had similar effect. But I feel more confident of him not escaping. We have had many escape incidents . ( on in a nature park where it took 20 minutes together him back. He had a great time. I realized I need to get fitter. 😅

[@saraandshe]

Great stuff! I'm adding a harness to train my dog to help me walk up hills and steep inclines and steady me on the way down. It's a fun exercise and very useful on the trails.

[@balanceddoguk]

@@saraandshe love that! Perfect use for a harness right there!

[@_milkysoup]

I use a harness most of the time now because my dog figured out he can bite leashes clean off when he gets scared and wants away.. Having the anchor point on his back and not in front of his mouth gives me peace of mind. This isn’t a permanent solution and we do train to get him less afraid of the lead. Definitely prefer slip leads tho. Ben if you have some tips on training when a dog won’t take treats or a toy I’d appreciate it 🙏

[@seant6102]

Thank you for another great video Ben. This one came at the perfect time as i've just got a fenrir slip lead a couple of days ago. I see now where i went wrong and will try again tomorrow doing this new approach. I can safely say that after trying for months with the stop start method that it isn't getting through to her and I need a new approach. Thank you for all the videos you're doing and I Know your youtube journey is going to get bigger and bigger you're a great trainer.

[@balanceddoguk]

@@seant6102 Hope the training goes well! Thank you!🫡

[@OliveAndJackie]

Harnesses are designed to encourage a dog to PULL. So its damn near impossible to train a dog not to pull on one. If you have a brachycephalic dog breed (aka a dog that is flat faced, or looks like their snout was squashed or flattened inwards) a martingale or even a prong can be a safer option than a slip or a normal flat collar. However, please be careful with your corrections as flat faces dogs are more prone to breathing issues. If you are concerned for using anything on your flat faced dog, then it might be best not to unless you're sure they'll be fine. I have a reactive Chihuahua, and Chihuahuas can be prone to collapsing trachea. I got him a martingale and Its wonderful! Martingales and prongs distribute pressure more evenly than a slip or prong.

[@nikodemgawe8211]

first one ;p