Recommendation for a lab puppy? Can anyone recommend a good no pull harness/collar for a lab?
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I actually recently found a new harness that I like better than the EZ Walk - it's called the Freedom No Pull Harness. There is a leash you can buy with it that has two straps - so one hooks on the chest and one hooks on the back. That way you have dual control with your lab puppy's pulling. One thing I love about it is that the straps that go under the "armpits" of the dog are lined in swiss velvet so = no chafing. They recommend the medium for 50 pounds, but since it's a lab and will continue growing, I would go with the large. That's what I have for my golden retriever. Good luck!!
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What size and breed? I'm using this on a 7 month old 80 pound lab puppy. Features are amazing. Tone vibrate then shock as a last resort. My problem is the 18 power setting isn't strong enough so he shakes his leg when I have to shock him. The tone and vibrate definitely get his attention though and its rechargeable which is amazing. Otherwise you would use a ton of batteries. We had one before that wasn't rechargeable and it was very expensive to keep batteries in it. I'm very happy with my purchase and feel it was well worth it. Just wish the prongs were a little longer since he has such a thick neck. But again depending on the size and breed you have, this may be perfect for you. What size and breed? I'm using this on a 7 month old 80 pound lab puppy. Features are amazing. Tone vibrate then shock as a last resort. My problem is the 18 power setting isn't strong enough so he shakes his leg when I have to shock him. The tone and vibrate definitely get his attention though and its rechargeable which is amazing. Otherwise you would use a ton of batteries. We had one before that wasn't rechargeable and it was very expensive to keep batteries in it. I'm very happy with my purchase and feel it was well worth it. Just wish the prongs were a little longer since he has such a... » Read More What size and breed? I'm using this on a 7 month old 80 pound lab puppy. Features are amazing. Tone vibrate then shock as a last resort. My problem is the 18 power setting isn't strong enough so he shakes his leg when I have to shock him. The tone and vibrate definitely get his attention though and its rechargeable which is amazing. Otherwise you would use a ton of batteries. We had one before that wasn't rechargeable and it was very expensive to keep batteries in it. I'm very happy with my purchase and feel it was well worth it. Just wish the prongs were a little longer since he has such a thick neck. But again depending on the size and breed you have, this may be perfect for you. « Show Less
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It does and as others noted it is important to watch and follow it's guidance. A dog that has become "collar wise" is tough to train! They know when it's not on - and behave accordingly ;-) I started our Lab with a collar at about a year old. Only put it on (turned off) when doing fun things in the yard in a controlled situation. Then we progressed to the field - again controlled. And I still used a check cord when necessary. Now when I show the collar she's all excited and ready to go! She does NOT like the check cord ;-).
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I use a medium. It is a little large in the neck, which was easily fixed with a small stitch in the collar. I have used puppies for the past 7 years., and love them for and on the dog. She loves to try to chase rabbits and squirrels, so she can pull without chocking herself, and looks great in the process. Lots of people comment on the harness
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Depends on how big the puppy is, you may also need some harness and dog lift straps! Good luck!
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We've had our 60 lb pit/lab using the harness for 6 months with out any problems. I've even used it as a pulling harness for carts. It is a really good quality harness that is comfortable and secure fitting. Hope this helps.
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Hi J: With my 150lb Great Dane I had to discard the 2nd buckle and secure the device with a zip tie... which was inserted through two (4 total) incisions at the fold over. The collar is great! Very blinky. And you can spot it from blocks (or meters) away. I bought 2 more because I'm a special needs adult who lives in proximity to a battery store where they lock the doors after hours. In no way am I actually 'special needs' apart from being unmotivated to change the battery.I ordered this collar again and will continue doing this until I successfully make a transaction at the battery store. Hi J: With my 150lb Great Dane I had to discard the 2nd buckle and secure the device with a zip tie... which was inserted through two (4 total) incisions at the fold over. The collar is great! Very blinky. And you can spot it from blocks (or meters) away. I bought 2 more because I'm a special needs adult who lives in proximity to a battery store where they lock the doors after hours. In no way am I actually 'special needs' apart from being unmotivated to change the battery.I ordered this collar again and will continue doing this until I successfully make a transaction at... » Read More Hi J: With my 150lb Great Dane I had to discard the 2nd buckle and secure the device with a zip tie... which was inserted through two (4 total) incisions at the fold over. The collar is great! Very blinky. And you can spot it from blocks (or meters) away. I bought 2 more because I'm a special needs adult who lives in proximity to a battery store where they lock the doors after hours. In no way am I actually 'special needs' apart from being unmotivated to change the battery.I ordered this collar again and will continue doing this until I successfully make a transaction at the battery store. « Show Less
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I worry about ALL prong collars falling off, they tend to twist and release themselves. I put a short rope connecting the round ring on the prong collar to another collar (flat buckle or nylon choke) this way If the prong comes loose, the dog will still be connected to the leash. Photo is on the Amazon site for Herm Springer prong collar. Best of luck with your lab! :)
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This item is just a replacement prong kit for the collar. I have a Boston terrier that I use my collar on and while it seemed to bother him at first, I think it would have been the case with any collar since he's always been in a harness. He doesn't mind it at all now.
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I bought 2 of these for my labs - they have a very study velcro strap that can be tightly secured around their collars. I have a set of collars for them that I always use, so I do not remove the lights from the collar. I believe putting them on and taking them off all the time would be a royal pain! But my dogs play heard and roll over - we have not lost one yet. I have tried numberous lights over the past couple of years - these are by far the best I've encountered.
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I bought a size small for my dog who is 30 lbs. If the girth of your lab falls into the range listed it should bit. There is quite a bit of adjustability with these harnesses. I swear by mine. I would not use anything else for my dog.
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while you are at it, buy a harness for your dog. smart people realize that the neck (collar) is not the best place to restrain your dog.
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The large/extra large will work fine. It is adjustable. You can easily adjust smaller or larger. This harness is so easy to put on and take off. It has made walking my Lab so much easier and enjoyable for both of us.
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I never understood the non-pulling either. But I do know this harness doesn't choke my dog. I can even pick him up with it, as he only weights 7 pds. It is a good comfortable harness. I really liked mine.
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I did the same thing for my 2 dogs and taped their name above which side cote old their collar so I wouldn't shock the wrong one. Lol a couple things to let you know... The clasps are cheap plastic and break easy. Idk what kind of dogs you have but I have a black lab with a thinner neck and it works good for her. For my Dachshand it doesn't work well because it is too big and even being tightened to the max is still not enough. For my American bulldog with a larger neck it is not big enough and would be tight at first and now he can't wear it at all. Sorry for such a delayed response. I have been so busy. Hope this info helps. I did the same thing for my 2 dogs and taped their name above which side cote old their collar so I wouldn't shock the wrong one. Lol a couple things to let you know... The clasps are cheap plastic and break easy. Idk what kind of dogs you have but I have a black lab with a thinner neck and it works good for her. For my Dachshand it doesn't work well because it is too big and even being tightened to the max is still not enough. For my American bulldog with a larger neck it is not big enough and would be tight at first and now he can't wear it at all. Sorry for such a delayed response. I... » Read More I did the same thing for my 2 dogs and taped their name above which side cote old their collar so I wouldn't shock the wrong one. Lol a couple things to let you know... The clasps are cheap plastic and break easy. Idk what kind of dogs you have but I have a black lab with a thinner neck and it works good for her. For my Dachshand it doesn't work well because it is too big and even being tightened to the max is still not enough. For my American bulldog with a larger neck it is not big enough and would be tight at first and now he can't wear it at all. Sorry for such a delayed response. I have been so busy. Hope this info helps. « Show Less
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I have a boxer/pit/beagle mix. this works because you can adjust it and there's NO pulling. but practice in an enclosed area first to be sure you have it properly adjusted. if not, it can be shaken off. it's still attached to the collar, but your control will be gone and if you have a hard puller, it can be a sudden yank.
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I purchased a medium for our lab when she was about four months old too and I removed a few links, since then I have been slowly putting them back on. she is now 10 months old and over 75 pounds. So to answer your question I would recommend buying the medium size & remove or add links as needed. I hope this helps. I would not recommend the small or large size for a lab. Medium works just fine.