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Be A Responsible Pet Owner On Hikes
1. Train your dog to COME when called the first time NO MATTER WHAT THE DISTRACTION. If he cannot come the FIRST time, he should not be off a leash. This can be a matter of life and death in some situations. A dog that chases game or other people or dogs, is a dog likely to get lost or hurt.
2. Carry a Gentle Leader Harness and leash with you so you can leash your dog if needed. Carry treats and practice “coming” along your hike. Teach your dog that that the command “COME” does not mean the end of a good time and that he gets to return to his hike. He is far more likely to come in an emergency if you practice on every hike.
3. Carry Citronella Spray in a canister to use on dogs that are aggressive with your dog. Protect yourself and your dog from other dogs that do NOT have good manners. If you or your dog are attacked by another dog, be sure to get a description, name if possible and REPORT THEM to the authorities for the area you are in.
4. Call your dog and move OFF the trail when someone approaches. Have your dog do a sit or down stay while the other people/dogs/horses/mountain bikes pass by. Your dog does NOT have to play with every dog that comes along. And besides, many other dogs are NOT in the control of their owners and DO NOT have good manners. Protect your dog from others who are not as responsible as you are.
5. Put a Swiss bell on your dog at all times in the forest. This alarms other animals that your dog is near so they will leave so there are not confrontations with wild animals. This also helps you to hear where your dog is at and also allows others hiking to hear an approaching dog.
6. Put a reflective dog collar on your dog for visibility and a reflective vest in the fall so hunters see you have a dog. Be sure to include a name tag on the reflective dog collar even if your dog is chipped.
7. Carry plastic bags to pick up the poop your dog leaves. This is not only unsightly, but unhealthy for the wildlife and other dogs. Your dog packs it in, you pack it out.
8. Carry water for your dog and a small bag of treats or kibble in the event you are not able to get home and are forced to stay in the woods over night, and especially to reward that perfect recall you practice on your hike!
9. Carry a whistle and teach your dog that a whistle means treat! A whistle will carry much farther than your voice if your dog does run off.
A Reflective Dog Harness-Keeping You and Your Dog Safe
A reflective dog harness can be an added level of protection for you and your dog if you like to walk in the evening or early morning hours. This especially holds true if you live in a suburban or rural area with no sidewalks. When you have to walk on the street you want to make sure both you and your dog can clearly be seen by drivers on the road. A reflective dog harness along with a reflective leash will give and your dog that added visibility.
An Easy Walk Reflective Dog Harness offers both added control for the dog that likes to pull and added visibility for overcast days and evening walks.
A Dog Car Harness Is Not Just For Your Dog’s Safety
A dog car harness is not just for your dog’s safety. It is for the safety of everyone who is in the car with him. Having an unrestrained dog in the car presents a couple of serious hazards.
I think just about everyone has seen a car on the road with an unrestrained dog that is jumping back and forth from the front seat to the back seat and sometimes they even jump in the drivers lap. When a distraction like this is allowed in the car, the chance of an accident increases substantially.
Even if your dog is well behaved but unrestrained and an accident occurs, you have not only put your dog at greater risk of serious injury, but everyone else in the car. Your dog will become a flying missile that will strike anything or any one in it’s path with intense force.
Protect your dog, yourself, and your passengers from potential disaster with a dog car harness.
Easy Walk Harness Offers Relaxed Walks With Your Dog
The Gentle Leader Easy Walk Dog Harness was developed for the dog who just wants to drag you all over every time you put a leash on him. It has a very simple yet effective design that makes it easy for you and your dog to use.
The Easy Walk Dog Harness is unlike other dog harnesses where the leash is attached to the harness between the shoulder blades. The leash is attached to the breast strap on the Easy Walk Harness.
Every time the dog pulls ahead, the leash gently steers him to the side and redirects his attention toward you. At this time a little praise goes a long way. Most pet owners notice a huge difference in their walking experience within the first couple of walks.
Even Dog Seat Belts Save Lives
Keeping all passengers in your car safe is a must. The law requires seat belts for everyone that rides in your car. That law should apply to dogs as well as people. A dog seat belt will not only help keep your dog safe in an accident, it can also help prevent serious injury to other people in the car. An unrestrained dog becomes a flying missile in the event of an accident. That means that any one sitting in the line of fire will be struck by the dog, not only causing injury to himself but whoever he strikes as he is being tossed around in the car.
Restraining your dog with a dog seat belt could even prevent an accident from occurring. A dog jumping from one seat to another or maybe even jumping into your lap while driving is a distraction that no responsible driver needs.
Keep your dog and your family safe in the car with a dog seat belt.
Not All Dogs Should Wear A Dog Collar
Not all dogs can wear a collar or should wear a collar. Some dogs are prone to breathing problems and a dog collar can restrict the airway with even the slightest of pulling when on a leash. The safer alternative for these dogs is a dog harness. It can be worn with a dog collar if that is what you have the ID tags attached to. It can also be worn by itself. Many people use a dog harness as a replacement for a dog collar. The Id tags are attached to the harness and the dog wears it all the time.
If you have a dog that pulls a lot when walking, you take the risk of causing damage to the delicate throat area when using a collar. The Easy Walk Dog Harness was designed to make walking your dog easier and safer for both you and your dog. The leash is attached to the breast strap on the Easy Walk Harness. When the dog pulls ahead of you on walks, the dog is steered of to the side and brings his attention back to you. It is easy to use and takes no adjustment period for the dog. It does not take long for most dogs to figure out if they walk next to their masters, they won’t be constantly turning around. It is amazing how well this concept works with dogs.
For those that like to walk in the early morning hours or in the evening when it is dark will find that the Easy Walk Reflective Dog Harness with a reflective leash will increase visibility for added safety.
Easy Walk Dog Harness-Make Your Walks More Enjoyable
Do you dread taking your dog on a walk because every time you put a leash on him he drags you all over the neighborhood? Does he pull so much that you feel like you have ape arms by the time you get back home because he has stretched them to the limit?
The Easy Walk Dog Harness might very well be able to solve this problem and make your walks more enjoyable. This dog harness was designed to eliminate the struggle when walking a dog. It is easy to use and it takes little to no time for your dog to get used to it.
Unlike traditional dog harnesses, the leash is attached to the breast strap of the harness. Instead of pulling when the dog gets to the end of the leash, he is gently steered to the side refocusing his attention on you.
For added safety, the Easy Walk Reflective Dog Harness offers more visibility to those who like to walk at night or in the early morning hours.
The Easy Walk Dog Harness-End The Tug Of War
Walking your dog does not have to be a constant tug of war. The simple design of the Easy Walk Dog Harness gently discourages your dog from pulling. With a traditional dog harness or collar, the opposition reflex inherent in dogs kicks in and encourages dogs to pull.
Unlike traditional dog harnesses where the leash is clipped on the harness between the shoulder blades, the leash is clipped on the breast strap of the Easy Walk Harness. When your dog walks ahead of you and the leash tightens, it actually steers your dog to the side and redirects his attention to you.
I like this harness because it is easy to fit and easy to use. It does not take long to acclimate the dog to the harness especially if the dog is used to wearing a harness and it is easy for the owner to use.
No More Tug Of War With The Easy Walk Harness
Well, its that time of year again. Spring is in the air and it was a beautiful day in the neighborhood. Lots of people were out walking their dogs, and I actually saw several dogs walking their owners. If you and your dog fell into the later category, perhaps it is time to try something different.
With an Easy Walk Dog Harness, you could end the tug of war and have a pleasant walk without getting dragged all over. Maybe you have tried a dog harness before and it didn’t help. If that is the case, the chances are you were using a standard dog harness and clipped the leash onto the harness at the shoulder blades. In all honesty, that kind of harness reinforces the opposition reflex and makes a dog want to pull more.
The Easy Walk Harness is designed to have the leash clip onto the breast strap of the harness. When your dog starts to pull ahead of you, he is gently redirected and comes back towards you. Most owners who have used this harness are pleased to find the pulling problem is corrected with the first use and use it all the time now. An Easy Walk Reflective dog Harness is available for those who like to walk at night or in the early morning hours.
Dog Seat Belts-Car Safety For Your Dog
As a member of the family your dog should be afforded the same precautions that all of your family members are provided when riding in the car. A dog seat belt is not only something you should consider for your pet’s safety, but for anyone else who happens to be in the car if you should be in an accident.
An unrestrained dog in a motor vehicle that is involved in an accident will become a flying projectile capable of causing serious injury or death to himself and anyone that happens to be in his line of flight.
A dog seat belt will help protect your dog and other occupants in the car in the unfortunate event of an accident. A dog harness with a car control strap that connects to your regular seat belt straps will provide added safety for everyone in the vehicle. If your dog is over active dog in the car, it might even prevent an accident.
If you factor in the safety of your dog and everyone else in the car, a dog seat belt is well worth the investment.