Should I take my dogs harness off at the dog park?
Nakia Jaskolski
2025-06-01 19:03:06
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When I am looking for a harness for a dog the most important thing after correct sizing that I look for is that the straps of the harness sit far away from the dog's joints. If the straps sit on or too close to the dog's shoulders it can impede movement which at best will be uncomfortable for your dog and at worst could cause future injury and keep young dogs from developing properly. There are some dogs out there who are so sensitive to wearing equipment that they will shut down completely when you put a harness on them. This can sometimes be modified with proper conditioning to the equipment, but if it cannot then this is one instance where I feel using a flat collar is appropriate. The importance of harness fit is crucial as a poorly fitted harness can cause hair loss and irritation, as seen in the example of the Easy Walk harness. Not all harnesses are created equal, and you want to be careful when choosing the equipment you use with your dog.