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Is a Collar or Harness Better for My Dog? (UPDATED 2022) - Walking and Dog Tie Out Stakes

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There are a number of suggestions across the board for whether a collar or harness is better for dogs.  Some trainers and websites advise that a certain type of collar is best and others say that a harness is best... So, now what do you do? Let's look into this further and help you figure out if a collar or harness is best for your dog.   Are you walking your dog on a leash; or will your dog be using a dog tie out? Using a Harness or Collar when Walking Your Dog: Using a a harness for walking has become general practice, but not all dogs need a harness .  For example, if your dog is trained and walks like a champ, you don't need a harness, a collar will do just fine. However, if your dog needs to get used to walking on a leash, then a harness may be better when on walks through the park.  This will eliminate your dog from basically gagging itself and hacking down the trail through the park.  Training your dog to use a collar should be your ultimate goal.  A harness is great

3 Thing to Consider When Building a Fence For Dogs - Fenced Yard for Dogs

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Building a Fence for Dogs?  There are some things to consider first... Dogs are amazing beings and each one is so unique that no one can really pinpoint the capabilities of an individual dog until they are challenged.  Keeping your dog secure is the most important thing for the dog's safety and your sanity. You really have to know your dog to know what is best. In this article we will discuss some things to consider in fencing your yard versus using a dog tie out system.  Let's face it, you could build a gorgeous fence and make it so that your digging dog won't be able to escape in that manner.   You finish your project and let the dog out, next thing you know... you didn't build it high enough!   Does this look familiar? When deciding on what to do with your dogs to best secure them at home, here are 3 Things to Consider When Building a Fence for Dogs:  Does your dog dig?   Digging is a big issue when you have a fence or just want to keep your yard loo