Best* No Pull Dog Harnesses of 2023

A harness may feel odd or uncomfortable the first time a dog wears one, so it can be helpful to take some time to introduce the harness to your canine. First, purchase a harness that is the right size for your dog. Next, give your dog a chance to smell the harness. To create a positive connection with the harness, put a treat on the harness. Spend time petting and scratching your dog in the areas where the harness will go, so they grow used to being touched in these parts. When you first put on the harness, give your dog a treat, pets and praise. Let them wear the harness around the house for a while until they grow comfortable with it. It is now time to clip on the leash and take your dog for their first harness walk. Shop for dog collars, leashes and harnesses at Petco. And learn more about dog training and behavior solutions, plus our essential dog health and wellness supplies.

There are two main types of dog harnesses. The first type is an over-the-head harness. As the name implies, this type of harness is placed over a dog’s head and then adjusted. This harness is good for older or disabled dogs that might have trouble stepping into a dog training harness. The second type of harness is a step-in harness. This harness is generally easier and quicker to put on. Your dog just needs to learn to step into the harness, and then you can buckle it on. Once you adjust the harness, you generally don’t need to readjust it very often. Many dogs quickly learn how to use the step-in harness and will gladly step into the straps to start their walk. If you are buying a harness for a new canine in the family, learn more about how to care for your pet with our New Dog Owner Guide.

A no pull harness can make walks safer and more comfortable for dogs and pet parents alike. If a leash is connected to a dog’s collar instead of a harness, pet parents may struggle to control their dog. A dog that pulls or lunges can injure a pet parent, and pulling may cause the collar to put pressure on your dog’s throat, which can cause choking or injuries.

A harness allows a pet parent to maintain much better control of their dog. Harnesses help to teach dogs how to walk without running, pulling or lunging, which can make the experience much better for all involved.

A no pull harness gives pet parents greater control over their pet during walks and helps prevent pulling and lunging. The harness spreads pressure over your dog’s chest and across their shoulders, so pet parents can better control the dog’s body. Additionally, harnesses that contain a front D-ring will naturally pull a dog’s body to the left or right if they try to run or jump. The harness also prevents a collar from pressing against a dog’s throat—as with a leash connected directly to a collar—which can lead to injury. To learn more about your canine and necessary supplies, take a look at Petco’s Dog Care Sheet.