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I have a 3 1/2 year old front leg amputee mutt named Digger who is a absolute beast on a leash (he is approx 70lbs and can pull me off my feet). We have done hours and hours of leash training and nothing helps. I have tried a halti and a gentle leader and he HATES them. He does what I call Dead Digger Dog, he lays on the ground and REFUSES to move; I pick him up, he flops down, I pick him up, he flops down. i have tried having him wear it around the house to get used to it with no avail, he just hates it too much. I have also tried several 4 legged dog harnesses, but that all slip forward and become useless. If anyone has any suggestions I would love the help!
Lindsey and Digger
6:03 pm
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25 September 2009
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The gentle leader is my only suggestion. But I would HIGHLY recommend reviewing the DVD and training booklet included, if yours came with them. We are using one on Wyatt who is also a beast, especially if we encounter other dogs when walking. The leader is the only way to even try and control him. Good luck!
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24 December 2008
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Have you tried the ruff wear harness ? We had a ruff wear harness we used for Wrigley when she was a tripawd. We recently adopted a 50lb Shepherd/Husky Mix and she had been returned to the shelter because "she was impossible to walk". I kept thinking "how hard can it be?" I soon learned what they were talking about. She pulled and pulled and she is a very strong dog, it was impossible to walk her and enjoy it.
I tried the gentle leader, the other type of harness, a choke collar – and finally tried the ruff wear harness that belonged to Wrigley.The ruff wear harness has been a life saver. She walks so much better with that than any other device we have tried. For us it has made all the difference.
Good Luck!
Seanne and Angel Wrigley
10:48 am
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25 September 2009
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Long time Tripawds member Genie sents us this photo with the following advice …
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