Choosing Accessories
Be sure to choose accessories that are appropriate for the size and temperament of your dog. You will need a long lead for training, as well as the standard walking lead.
Bean bags make ideal beds, while newspaper-lined playpens provide controlled house training.
Remember to replace your dog’s collar frequently as it grows.
Taking The Lead
In additional to a standard lead, you will require a long cotton lead for outdoor training, and an equally long houseline with a bolt snap for indoor control. Make sure that the lead and bolt snap are not too heavy for your dog. Extending leads are a practical choice, because they allow your dog some freedom while you still maintain control.
Collar Your Dog
Simple buckle collars are the best choice for most dogs. Attach an identity disc or canister containing a contact telephone number in case your dog strays. Half-check collars are ideal for boisterous dogs with short attention spans. Check chains are useful when they used properly, but they should never ve used on breeds with delicate windpipes such as Yorkshire Terriers.
Fitting A Half Check Collar
Fit a half check collar so that the soft webbing lies around your dog’s throat, while the chain links sit at the back of the neck.
Head Halter
Use a head halter to control larger, independent dogs. Clip the lead onto the halter; if the dog lunges, its own momentum pulls its jaws shut and its head down.
Harnessing Your Dog
A small dog is often more comfortable wearing a harness than it would be with other forms of restraint. It slips over the dog’s body and around the chest, so avoiding collar pressure on the neck if the dog pulls on its lead.
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