have you tried a slip lead in a figure of 8?
I'm with Helen on this - the figure of 8 worked with Coral. Harness don't teach the dog anything. It's a little like teaching bite inhibition; the dog needs to learn how much it can pull or not.....the figure of 8 should be loose enough they don't feel it but if Eze pulls she will find it uncomfortable immediately and drop back. She won't like it but it does work
Yes it does work very well and on the occasions I have done it I have told myself that I will ignore her displeasure and that eventually she will get used to it BUT I am a big softie and I cant bear to see her so stressed.
I am in no doubt that a harness will not teach her anything however I believe they are a useful tool in order to ensure whilst you are "attempting" to train not pulling or heel work the dog is not doing itself any harm. Plus Imo if the dog is in discomfort ie pulling on a slip lead it will not be in a very good state of mind therefore less receptive to any command. Not saying I am right but that is how I read it with my dog.
Why do we default to putting a restraint around the neck ? Is it because that is what we have always done ? Is there not a better way ?
My opinion is that a simple, lightweight harness that is easy to put on (one single buckle for instance) and the lead is part of it and high up the back close to the neck would be the very best option. I believe the whole lead thing is now outdated. The closest I have found to my requirements so far is a ezydog quick release but I am still open to offers.