So, as much as I love Hershey, walking her can be a nightmare sometimes. She’s just so big and hyper, it’s hard to control her whatsoever. I’m sure all you X-Large Breed owners out there can relate!
I asked my local PetSupermarket about what I can do and the woman working there – who was super sweet and helpful – let me know that the collar was the problem. I was using a chain intertwined with soft leather, which I thought gave me greater control over her without hurting her throat or anything. Apparently, that’s not the case, and I actually could’ve seriously injured Hershey’s throat doing that!! Yikes! (Don’t fret, my vet confirmed that luckily, her throat is perfectly healthy so far.)
The PetSupermarket set me up with the Easy Walk Harness. I’ll be honest, at $27.99, I was a little hesitant to make the purchase, but she talked me into it. And it works like a charm!! Hershey has been SO much more well-behaved on walks, and I’ve been able to keep her away from all the bones and sticks along the way. Getting it on and off can be a tad bit annoying, as you can’t just leave the harness on when the dog is inside (she’ll chew through it), but it’s perfect for walks and dog park visits.
So, long story short: the Easy Walk Harness is a bit of a steep price, but you absolutely get your money’s worth with this thing. If you have trouble controlling your dog on walks, I’d absolutely recommend it. :)
