Because of its inherent design, dog harnesses make for a perfect choice for most dog owners. This is especially true for pet owners with dogs who are suffering from upper respiratory diseases and throat or neck issues like a collapsed trachea for instance. In fact, dog owners with dogs that suffer from such health problems are advised to never let their dogs wear dog collars. This is because when dogs pull, the collar places pressure on the throat or neck which leads to irritation and other potential neck injuries.

Dog harnesses are also great for specific breeds of dogs. Take the case of pugs. Because of their pushed-in faces which somehow restricts their breathing, animal specialists will never recommend the use of dog collars. Dog with overly slender necks like greyhounds are also better off wearing dog harnesses than collars.

Halter-type dog collars are pretty unique in their design. At first glance, they look somewhat similar to those halters used on horses. It has two bands or straps that go around the back of the dog’s head and its nose. The most common designs will have a small ring or other similar device in a section under the chin of the dog where the leash is attached.

Better Control

The biggest benefit of using halter-type dog collars is with regard to control. In fact, these types of collars give you the best control over your dog when compared to other types of dog collars presently available. This is because halters basically allows you to control the dog’s head—and when you control the dog’s head, you have full control of the dog. Because the leash is attached under the chin, when you pull on the leash, the dog’s head will have no option but to follow along.

Halters Are Not Muzzles

Not a lot of dog owners are familiar with halter-type dog collars. And when you explain it to them, they usually think of it as some kind of muzzle, and the thought of letting their dogs wear such a thing is simply unacceptable.

Although it is true that halter-type dog collars wrap around the dog’s nose and mouth, it doesn’t restrict its movements. The dog will still be able to open its mouth and eat, drink, bark and even—yes—bite. These types of dog collars don’t keep the dog’s mouth shut.

Most stores that sell animal supplies and pet food will have halter-type dog collars for sale, though you will find that there are some stores that don’t. It may be quite challenging to find dog collars of this particular type in some cases, but not at all impossible.