topic Re: Leashes in Pet Lovers

Leashes

qualitygal — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 12:21:31 GMT

I'm looking for one that will not mat the hair while we walk her. Can't touch the throat area either. Yorkies have trachia problems if you aren't careful.

Any ideas?

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Kevinsmom — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 12:30:19 GMT

I'd suggest getting a cute little harness and that way her throat will be protected.

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tends2dogs — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 13:00:24 GMT

We have used harnesses for the last few dogs. It is less stressful on their throats/necks in case of taking off after a rabbit or something ! However, it does mat the hair on their chest. I really don't know how you are going to get away from that problem. If you do, post how LOL.

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Pook — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 13:46:24 GMT

@qualitygal Check out M50739.

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software — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 14:08:42 GMT

I don't like leashes either. I hate the idea of leading around my best friend by the neck. A harness is much more humane. Some are like a little doggy tank top. You may have to try several before you find the perfect one.

@qualitygal

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noodleann — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 14:10:48 GMT

I don't know whether a vest-type harness would work, but I have one I like very much from Zack and Zoey that I used when I walked one of my cats a few years ago. I don't see any in current production, but there are some on eBay. I recommend replacing the D-ring for the harness with a better one (theirs is weak), and reinforcing the Velcro fastenings (I used a big safety pin). My cat's fur was never matted.

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Shanus — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 14:12:56 GMT

@qualitygal wrote:
I'm looking for one that will not mat the hair while we walk her. Can't touch the throat area either. Yorkies have trachia problems if you aren't careful.

Any ideas?

No matter how well trained, no dog pulls on a leash more than beagles. Our vet suggested a synthetic suede collar lined w/ faux sheep fur (that curly hair). It's for larger dogs than your Yorkie, but the padding is the "thing". You may be able to do a DIY one for her.

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Marp — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 15:54:44 GMT

I have a Pom/Papillon mix and a Chi/Papillon mix, both with long hair and use a YUP non-pulling harness. Neither has a problem with matting. The fit of these harnesses is highly customizable and I particularly like that the straps behind the front legs are padded so do not irritate no matter how long the walk (the hair here does not mat either).

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jaxs mom — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 16:45:36 GMT

Well the leash is just attaches to whatever harness or collar you use. I've never had a leash cause matting. I use a harness with my longhair chihuahua. I use one called Canine Friendly Vest Harness both for walking and for her car seat. I use a retractable leash.

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Wayne-QVC — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 18:55:23 GMT

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Nataliesgramma — Thu, 20 Jul 2017 16:36:34 GMT

I have a Maltese and I like a harness...