Collar or harness? What is better for my dog?

One of the most joyful moments of our dogs is when we take them out for a walk and that is why we want them to go as comfortable as possible. At the moment we are going out we have to put the collar, the harness or whatever is necessary to carry the animal properly tied. But what accessory is better? Is it appropriate to wear a collar or is it better to put a petral or a harness? Many of these questions haunt our heads when it comes to choosing the best accessory for our dogs. We want to give you some tips so that you can correctly choose the best for your dog. To be able to choose well you have to take into account several factors such as the advantages and disadvantages of each accessory or the characteristics of your pet. The use of the collar: The collar is nowadays the most usual option to walk our dogs. Although more and more veterinarians advise not to use it. The neck is a very important and delicate part in an animal as well as in people. The musculature of the neck affects the rest of the movement of the body of the animal, any injury in this area would be very dangerous. It is advisable to follow several precautions to avoid damage to the animal: - Make sure that the collar is not too tight, it can affect the blood flow leading to more serious injuries. The trachea, larynx and esophagus of the dog are in that area, too much pressure could cause respiratory problems. - When you go out with your dog, do not pull on the leash. If the dog goes slower or if while walking he meets other dogs and runs towards them, we tend to pull the collar. One way to avoid that is to educate them from puppies and of course taking care with unnecessary tugs. - It is important to choose the right dog collar from among all models. There are collars made of leather, cloth, plastic, etc. It is best to choose one with a suitable thickness, not too thick that can make you chafe, or too thin that you can nail. The ideal is that it is a breathable necklace. It is important to watch the dog's collar and take it off when it comes to the ride. - It is necessary to watch that the collar for the dog is of the suitable size. If the dog is growing it will have to change the collar and put one of your size, it seems logical but sometimes we leave the collar and we do not realize. The use of the harness: The harness fits the body of the dog and adapts to the movement of the animal. The use of harness for dogs is a common option in different cases: - For those dogs that tend to pull on the leash. You will be able to avoid the injuries in the neck named in the previous paragraphs. - It is also advisable to use the harness for flat snout dogs such as Carlinos or Bulldogs which are races with shortened airways (brachycephalic dogs) and usually have respiratory problems. - It is a good choice to travel with your dog by car. Attach the belt adapter to the harness and it will be very useful when traveling. - There are different models of harnesses for dogs and several sizes according to the size of the animal. Choose a breathable and ergonomic harness. There are with inner lining to preserve the fur. Conclusion: Choosing a collar, harness or petral is a personal decision of each owner, although you should always take into account the health and welfare of the dog. But, remember that you should go to a trusted veterinarian for any serious problem.