Harnesses, collars and leashes for spitz

Any dog ​​that a person starts, needs proper feeding, regular walks and proper care. In order for the exit to the street to be comfortable and safe, it is important to choose high-quality collars. In the case of a Spitz, the size of which does not differ in large dimensions, it is important to choose such a harness, collar or leash in order to give free rein to the pet, controlling it and, if necessary, protect it from large and aggressive dogs.

Each dog has its own weight, dimensions, length and structure of the coat, so you need to choose a collar for her carefully. For comfortable walks with a spitz, it is worth considering all the options used for pets, and choosing the one that suits a particular individual. There are collars, harnesses and leashes.

As for the varieties of collars, they are of several types.

• Walking serve for daily walks on the street. A feature of the structure is the reliable fastening of the handle with the leash itself. The inside is usually made of soft material so as not to rub the dog’s neck.
• Service and training differ in the presence of a handle, which makes it possible to hold the pet. Thanks to special loops in the upper part of the handle, you can adjust the tension of the leash, and if necessary, pacify the pet with a small choke if it behaves improperly.
• For the guard - It differs in the larger width of the collar so that the animal is more comfortable from a long stay in this product. If there is a need to fasten the leash, then a half ring is put on the collar, to which a snap hook is fastened.

Collars can also help in case of any problems with the pet’s health, in particular, fleas and parasites.Due to the fact that the Spitz has long and fluffy hair, picking up unwanted neighbors is not difficult for him, and getting rid of them will be much more problematic. With the help of biological and ultrasonic collars, it is possible to solve the problem faster and more reliable, but for breeds with long hair they will be ineffective. Spitz is best bought a chemical collar soaked with insecticides that repel fleas with ticks.

In the case of the Spitz, the walking collar is the most suitable. You need to choose it in accordance with the size and weight of the pet. The main feature is the small width of the product, since the dimensions of the dog are small, and the presence of fluffy wool necessitates the use of the correct collar. If you choose a thick accessory, it will interfere with the dog, wipe the coat, forming a bald spot.

If we talk about the harness, then it is two belts that are connected to each other on the back and between the legs of the pet. For the first time, harnesses began to be used on sled dogs for the safe and convenient transportation of people and goods. With this harness, the dogs were not injured, kept close and could drag more weight. Since the Spitz is a small breed of dog, it is important to use a collar that does not harm him. The harness makes it possible to distribute the load evenly, because the animal is not injured even from a sharp jerk of the leash by the owner.

Harnesses are:

• pleasure;
• riding;
• freight;
• medical;
• sentries;
• sports;
• search and more.

In the case of the Spitz, the walking variety is often used, since all the others are provided for larger dogs that perform certain functions. When choosing a harness, it is important to be guided by the size of the Spitz, you should try on the product on the dog, give it the opportunity to run in it, evaluate the comfort of being in a new accessory.

As for the leash, it can be made of leather, synthetic materials, metal, as well as be combined. For the Spitz, leather and synthetic options are most suitable. If we talk about the purpose, then the leashes are:

• pleasure;
• training;
• exhibition;
• special;
• ruffles and sashes.

Due to the small activity of the Spitz and the ability to easily cope with it the most suitable option is a walking leash. The most convenient at the moment is the roulette leash, which makes it possible to let the pet go a long distance, and, if necessary, stimulate return to the owner.

When choosing a collar, harness or leash, you should pay attention to such parameters as:

• security;
• reliability;
• comfort.

The most suitable is a round leather collar that does not interfere with the pet and does not spoil its coat. You can use kapron collars, especially for exhibitions, but they should be only with a round cross section so as not to spoil the fluffy spitz coat.

As for leashes, then for walking it is worth choosing those that meet the following requirements:

• strength;
• ease;
• the presence of a tension carbine.

The leash length should correspond to the function - if the dog walks without a leash, then you can do with a small product that will allow you to bring the pet to the place of walking. If the Spitz will walk next to the owner, then the leash should be about 5 meters so that the dog has the opportunity to run and frolic on the street. The material for the leash can be anything, the main thing is that the dog and owner are comfortable using it.

To protect the dog on a walk, it is best to stay on the harness, as it is tightly fixed on the body of the animal and does not allow him to twist and get into an unpleasant situation. Using this option too often is undesirable, since the wool in the places where the belts are located will be very wiped off. When choosing a harness, it is worth paying attention to its quality, it is desirable that it be leather. Its width is also important - the thinner it is, the safer it is for the pet's furry coat.

Metal collars and leashes will be an absolutely inappropriate option, since they negatively affect the hairline, tear off the coat, causing the dog pain and spoiling its appearance. And also do not choose products with decorative ornaments for daily wear: a variety of rhinestones, rivets and other accessories also contribute to the fact that the spitz fur coat deteriorates.

An adult spitz is suitable for a collar made of leather. It is important that this accessory is thin and round. When choosing a collar, it is best to immediately try it on your pet. The width between the product and the neck should be no more than two fingers, a too tight option will interfere with the dog, too loose can fly off it. Choosing a design, you can choose between two options.

1. With buckle ring - in this case it will be necessary to rotate the collar with each donning of the leash.
2. With a ring in the middle - in this case, there is no need to move the product, thereby injuring the hairline, and putting on a leash becomes quick and convenient. This option is also called European.

Adults can also wear harness, which is useful for short walks or in the case of cold and rainy weather, when the walk will take place in overalls.

A leash for an adult Spitz must be light, but strong so that the dog does not tear it during games. It is worth paying attention to the carbine, it should not pull out the coat of the pet.

Spitz puppies need an even lighter and softer collar or harness. The width of such a product is even smaller than that of an adult dog, which makes it easy to accustom a pet to a new accessory, as it will be almost invisible. It is very important to pay attention to the inside of the product - it should be soft. It is best if there will be a lining of fiber or soft cloth.

Initially, it is worth introducing the puppy to the collar, since it is less noticeable, and then you can already try to wear a harness. The leash for a small pet should be about 3 meters long to control the dog, but at the same time give it a chance to run around and frolic. Good quality, convenience for the owner and pet are the main criteria for choosing a product for a puppy.

For small pets, walking in a harness is not recommended, but in some cases it can be used. The main fears are associated with a negative effect on the structure of the skeleton of a young animal, which has not yet fully formed, but with the use of a harness, can be completely deformed. The second nuance is training, when using a collar, a dog learns to walk alongside and execute basic commands faster, while in harnessing it happens much more slowly.

The process of training a Spitz to a leash is recommended to be carried out from a very young age. The faster the dog gets to know this product, the faster it will get used to it. Otherwise, the protest will be very strong, and much more time will be required for training. The procedure of getting used to the new accessory is carried out in stages.

1. Acquaintance with a collar - the puppy should see a new object for himself, smell it, try for a tooth. But here it is worth being careful that the dog does not gnaw the product.
2. Short-term wearing at home - you need to put on the collar for a couple of minutes and let the spitz run in it and play. Every day, it’s worth a little increase, so that the pet can go out in the collar for the whole walk.
3. Fastening a leash - adding a new accessory, do not immediately pick it up and take your pet around the apartment for him. In the early days, the dog also studies a new subject, gets used to it, gets acquainted with its features.
4. Attempts to lead a puppy by a leash in a collar - as soon as the puppy is accustomed to new products, you need to try to teach him, explaining the rules for using these items. At this moment, it is worth being especially patient, encouraging any positive actions and not punishing pranks. It is very important not to use the leash as a means of punishment, otherwise the pet will begin to fear it and will not want to use it. A collar with a leash should be the harbingers of a pleasant pastime, a fun walk and communication with the owner.

Once at home the process began to turn out well, you can try to go out. If the first attempts are unsuccessful, do not despair. It is important to once again stipulate the entire algorithm of actions with the dog so that it is more firmly entrenched in its consciousness. Once a walk in a collar on a leash becomes a normal daily process, you can try harness, which in some cases will be more appropriate than a simple collar.

The process of accustoming to the harness of the puppy is carried out according to the same scheme in order to get the correct result. When choosing a product, it is worth listening to the opinion of the pet, a good owner can easily determine in which version his pet liked more.

About the harness for the spitz, see the video below.