Every dog owner has a choice, collar or harness. This is a question that is often hotly debated. Read here the advantages and disadvantages of the most common harnesses and collars and which criteria you should use for your dog.
When it comes to collar or harness you have to consider the following
These dogs are very different in physique, character, and temperament and in their needs. The most important point when choosing a harness, according to animal physiotherapists, is the movement of the shoulder blade. In the “Jena study on the locomotion of dogs” it was found that the shoulder blade alone accounts for around 60 percent of the forward movement of the front leg. When buying the harness, it is therefore important to ensure that the shoulder blade can move freely.
Strong Neck, Weak Sternum
It should also be remembered that the dog’s neck is much stronger and more compact than the human neck. The cervical spine is deeply embedded and protected in the muscles and the neck ligament. Collars are not dangerous or harmful per se. really remarkable forces or incorrect handling has to work in order to injure the Frenchie Dog. On the other hand, the dog’s rib cage is much more agile and fragile than the human one. This means that if force is applied, chest harnesses can also damage or injure the musculoskeletal system.
The Y-harness
With the Y-harness, care must be taken that the model is cut deep enough at the front. This means that the material should lie on the breastbone and not cut into the neck above the breastbone. The shoulder blade remains free; the dog is not restricted in its natural movement. In dogs with narrow and pointed rib cages, this harness tends to be sideways slip so that the belly bar lies in the armpit. It is essential to ensure a good fit!
Advantages:
- Shoulder blades keep their freedom of movement.
- If the harness is cut low at the front and rests on the breastbone, it does not affect the trachea.
Disadvantage:
- Doesn’t fit every dog’s body: In dogs with a narrow chest, the belly bar slides sideways.
- The straps around the neck often cannot be adjusted.
The Norwegian Harness
The Norwegian harness is very popular. It is easy to put on and many dogs tolerate it well because there is no harness between the front legs. However, it is not suitable for the dog’s physiology. The horizontal belt prevents the French Bulldog from moving. The shoulder blade cannot rotate forward freely. If the belt sits a little higher, it presses against the neck and when the leash is pulled against the windpipe. If he sits a little lower, he presses against the shoulder joints.
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