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Most body harnesses aren’t aversive. They are simply designed to distribute pressure over a larger area of your dog’s body than a traditional dog collar would. Some dogs may still pull against the Halti head harness. And, they will pull as soon as a different type of harness is used.
The Halti should be soft and comfortable for the dog to wear, and should not restrict them at all other than when direct pressure is being applied to the lead. KIND and HUMANE - the lightweight design allows for full range of movement and the padded chest and leg straps keep your dog comfortable during walks If your dog needs to be muzzled on walks, for whatever reason, a Halti is not a suitable alternative. Will a Halti Stop my Dog from Pulling?
How do Haltis Compare to Other Types of Aversive Collars?
YEARS EXPERIENCE - creators of the world's first headcollar for dogs, Halti and Dr Roger Mugford have been solving lead pulling problems for over 40 years
Ziv, G. ‘ The Effects of Using Aversive Training Methods in Dogs – A Review’, Journal of Veterinary Behavior (2017) As we’ve learnt earlier in this guide to ‘what is a Halti’, this type of head harness has a loop that attaches around your dog’s snout. Dog muzzles are often associated with aggression. But, they can be used on dogs for a number of reasons, from avoiding bites, to preventing your dog eating harmful items on walks.
Will a Halti Stop my Dog from Pulling?
Attach the Halti Training Lead clip to the Halti lead ring, then the more oversized clip to your dog’s collar. The Halti Training Lead has been specially manufactured with lightweight rings and clips to ensure easy use and durability in training your dog. Some dog owners report that their dog stops pulling when wearing the Halti head harness. However, these dogs won’t stop pulling when wearing a normal leash. Ultimately, the least cruel way to stop your dog from pulling is to use positive reinforcement training to teach them to heel. This loop over the nose is present in both Haltis and Gentle Leaders. So, there is likely to be no real difference in how your dog will react to them. How do Haltis Compare to Other Types of Aversive Collars?