If your dog is very boisterous and energetic or frequently
lunges against the leash, a harness will be safer and more comfortable when walking.
Finally, the dog does not develop problems with his trachea common with dogs that pull
hard against a leash.
Leash pulling is instinctual And so it goes with pulling on the leash: Until he is trained otherwise, your dog is likely to exhibit the opposition reflex that prompts pulling
against his leashed collar.
You may also find that keeping your dog in a well - humidified area and using a harness instead of a collar, especially for dogs that
strain against a leash, will minimize the coughing.
If the dog
pulls against the leash, the large loop tightens enough to keep the dog from slipping his collar, but not enough to choke him.
If the dog is acting like a nut, cartwheeling through her collar, and doing the power - pull
against the leash, then that's not so great.
The collar should be one that allows for comfortable control without causing the dog to choke if it becomes startled, frightened, or excited and pulls
against the leash.
One drawback to a back - clip harness is a dog may be more inclined to pull
against his leash.
During the acute phase of the illness, consider using a harness temporarily if your dog's collar seems to be aggravating the situation — especially if she strains
against her leash.
Sometimes when the chihuahuas drinks too fast or strains
against its leash, its palate becomes misaligned for awhile and it makes worrisome sounds similar to sneezing, honking or snorting.