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4.5
Can't say enough great things about this harness. My boyfriend decided on this harness for our 5 year pitbull (around 45-50 lbs.) based on previous reviews from others with the same breed as well as other breeds similiar in size. Our little girl would constantly tug & pull (& even pulled me down once!) with just a collar & leash. Other harnesses seemed to have little effect - getting pretty much the same result as a collar, only the digging into her skin would be on her chest vs. her neck. I refused to take her out by myself because I just didnt think I could control her all alone (my issue, not hers). She is trained & listens great, but she (as pitbulls do) has a very short attention span, so she would be doing great, see another animal/object & her instinct to play or be curious would kick in - meaning she would dart for that object (not in a bad manner for you pitbull haters out there!!). My boyfriend was able to take her out but they would have to run constantly for her to keep focus....which isnt bad, but I can't keep up with the two of them! :p Now, I can walk her by myself, with my boyfriend, in a group, etc. She will walk right past other animals & doesnt budge...she is constantly aware of her mission to be on the walk or hike. The very first night that we got this we took her out for a walk & WHAT A DIFFERENCE! We instantly noticed how effective it was. She didn't tug at all...in fact, she would feel the leash's tension as she used all the slack I had given her & she would slow down instantly...I wouldnt even have to correct her - she knew to do this since the harness pulls at her body, not the neck - much more commanding to these dogs - and this doesnt dig into her at all due to the placement of the harness. We've taken her out using the harness many times since & have had the same result each time - I think she is improving too! I think it's not only a relief to us but to her as well. She seems to really enjoy her walks a lot more & her anxiety (she has separation issues) seems to have gotten better now. She can truly enjoy her walk without the stress of us commanding & correcting her every few steps. The harness keeps her in check & we can take a walk/run at our pace & she can actually enjoy it...this harness is just amazing & I would have paid double for it! It's tough & built to last & the handle on top of the harness is great added feature. Highly recommended!
