🐾 How to use a dog harness and puppy harness correctly: best practices to adopt

A dog or puppy harness has become an essential accessory for walking your dog safely. Comfortable, stable, and often softer than a collar, it's perfect for daily walks... provided it's used properly!

In this article, discover how to choose, adjust and use a harness correctly , so that every walk is a real moment of pleasure.

🐶 Why choose a harness for your dog or puppy?

The harness has several advantages:

• It distributes the pressure across the chest, not the neck.
• It is more comfortable, especially for dogs that pull.
• It prevents the risk of injuries to the throat (trachea, vertebrae, etc.).
• The dog harness provides better control while walking.

✔️ Best practices to adopt

1. Choose a harness adapted to the morphology of the dog or puppy

Every dog ​​is unique! Choose a dog harness:

• With the right size (neither too tight nor too loose)
• Who does not rub under the armpits
• With soft but strong materials
• Possibly with reflective strips for night walks

💡 Favor Y-shaped models for better freedom of movement, especially for a puppy.

2. Adjust the harness properly

A good harness should:

• Be well-fitted but not compressive
• Leave 2 fingers between the harness and the body
• Be positioned at chest level , not neck level
• Do not hinder shoulder or leg movements

⚠️ A poorly fitted dog harness can cause friction, pain... or allow the dog to escape!

3. Gently accustom the dog

• Start at home, let him smell and wear the harness for a few minutes
• Reward him at each stage: putting on the harness, attaching the leash, first steps
• Never force: if your dog is afraid, come back gently

4. Avoid common mistakes

❌ Never leave the harness on my dog ​​or puppy all day
❌ Do not attach the leash too high on the back (risk of imbalance)
❌ Avoid “no-pull” dog harnesses that are too tight or poorly designed
❌ Avoid puppy harnesses. If the puppy is too small, he will have to wait a little.
❌ Do not use a harness that is too worn or damaged

🚶♀️ What type of leash with a harness for your dog?

A harness is ideally accompanied by:

• From a soft or cushioned leash
• An adjustable leash to adjust the distance
• A double hook (front + top) to better manage dogs that pull

🛍️ Noble Truffle Bonus: style on the go

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Our harnesses are designed for your dog's comfort, without neglecting style 🐕💎

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✅ In summary:

• The harness is a softer and safer alternative to the collar, even for puppies.
• It should be well adjusted and introduced gradually
• A good walk starts with good equipment… and good practices!

Your dog - puppy deserves beautiful outings with his harness, in comfort and in complete freedom 🐾