Collar or harness for your Shiba?

Is a dog harness better than a collar? Can't decide between a collar or a harness? Here is the definitive guide on what is best for your dog. ​ The Shiba Inu puppy on a leash. Dogs are like excited children. They want to reach the object of their desire, be it the beach or the park, as quickly as possible. Waiting and walking slowly goes completely against their instinct. These dogs may need the support and intervention of a good trainer. Education is important. If your dog pulls, a harness might be a great option. Although some training is required in this regard. As long as the dog is a puppy and developing, I strongly advise against the harness. This forces and limits the skeleton of a growing puppy in an unnatural way. All this can have the serious consequence of limiting the joints, of modifying the structure of the shiba in a delicate phase such as growth, creating enormous damage. ​ In an ideal world, it is better if the dog does not pull. Good training started early ensures that the dog does not pull on the leash. For pullers, there are collars designed specifically to choke and cause discomfort when the dog pulls. A good solution may be the semi-choke collar, a middle ground that can allow you to educate even the most stubborn subjects. ​​ Tips to stop your Shiba Inu from pulling. Here are some simple tips you can use to try to reduce your dog's pulling on the leash: Let them run and let off steam before training sessions. If your dog is particularly crazy, let him run and let off steam in a fenced area before the walk. This allows them to expend some energy before trying to teach them something. Gradually introduce the leash If your dog still becomes excitable at the sight of the leash, it's worth taking a few days to introduce it to him. So try to emphasize calm behavior before you even try to do anything else. Reward good behavior with a treat. Stop when they shoot. Tell him to wait. If the dog pulls, stop. Back up or turn around. Ask him to come back to your side and wait, reward if he does it correctly. ​