Choosing a Dog Leash: Three Types

Millions of roads exist, but a dog’s life is only one. Choosing the right leash is an excellent choice for all furry kids.

Many friends, especially novice dog owners, will face a problem: they want a leash for their dogs but need to know how to choose.

Dog owners, please take this simple leash seriously. If you keep your dog on a leash when you’re out and about, you won’t be afraid of your dog running away or getting into trouble. Therefore, it is not an exaggeration to say that the leash is the life rope of the dog.

Moreover, walking your dog in a civilized manner and wearing a leash when going out will make you more responsible for yourself and others and reduce unnecessary troubles.

Today, we will talk about the more common dog leashes on the market, hoping to help you choose a suitable leash.

1. Chest and Back Traction Rope

Sling-type leashes are now the style chosen by many dog lovers.

A properly sized harness will fit the pet’s body better, wrap the pet in all directions, evenly distribute pressure, reduce pressure, and prevent the dog from feeling uncomfortable due to excessive pulling. Additionally, breaking free is more complicated due to the chest and back straps wrapping around the chest and shoulders. According to the design style, it can also be divided into a Y-shaped chest and back type, an 8-shaped chest and back type, a rear traction type, a front traction type, etc.

The disadvantage is that the harness provides limited control over the dog. It can only restrain the dog but cannot achieve the purpose of taming the dog. Most safety belts on the market have weak impact protection capabilities. If it is impacted, it will cause some pressure on the chest.

Suitable for puppies and mild-tempered or relatively weak dogs, as well as dogs with throat problems and older dogs.

When purchasing a harness, choose one strictly based on your dog’s size. After getting it, try it on your dog at home to see if it can move up and down to help the dog adjust to the most suitable and comfortable position. Avoid getting your armpits stuck and affecting your activities.

2. Collar

Collars are the most common type of leash. It’s easy to put on and remove, so your dog won’t feel uncomfortable. Although tied around the neck, it does not provide as much pressure on the dog as it seems. The power of a collar lies in the control it gives the dog.

Because the neck is easily affected, a little force can restrain the dog’s behavior and help train them to be obedient.

The disadvantage is that long-term wearing can easily cause damage to neck hair. Sticky coats, especially in long- or curly-coated dog breeds. If the dog is restrained with force, it can easily cause suffocation.

Suitable for most dog breeds, mainly medium and large dogs with greater strength.

The collar’s design is relatively simple, so the main difference is the material, which mainly includes leather, nylon, metal, etc.

Genuine leather collars will absorb the dog’s oils and become more durable over time, but are more expensive; nylon materials are cheap and robust but not bite-resistant and can easily scratch your hands; the most significant advantage of metal materials is their sturdiness. It is not afraid of dog bites but is relatively heavy and may be more troublesome for small dogs to wear.

3. P-Type Chain (Rope)

P-type chain (rope) is the choice of some relatively professionals.

It provides the most critical control over the dog, but its powerful restraint features are intended primarily as a training aid rather than an enforcement measure. If a dog charges to avoid a fight, it can result in being strangled or outright choked.

Moreover, improper use of the P chain (rope) will not only fail to train the dog but may also cause damage to the dog’s cervical spine, trachea, nerves, and eyes.

Therefore, it is recommended that dog owners learn how to use the P chain (rope) in detail.

Conclusion

At this point, everyone has a rough idea of the advantages and disadvantages of various traction ropes. Choose a leash you like based on your dog’s size and temperament, and take your dog for a pleasant walk.