Dog harnesses are a simple, but effective, tool to use with dogs. They are used to secure a dog in a similar fashion that a dog collar would. The difference is collars are meant to be used around the neck, but a harness goes underneath your dog's chest for even distribution.

Switching to a harness will eliminate the choking problem some collars have because the harness isn't around their neck but their torso. Choking can lead to serious problems, such as gagging, vomiting, damaging their neck, and breathing problems. Dog harnesses are good for dogs that are hyper-active and tend to choke themselves when on a collar.

Dogs can sometimes get free of collars that aren't tight enough. Dogs cannot, however, slip out of a harness easily. Since a harness is placed around your dogs chest it is very difficult for even smaller dogs to wiggle out of.

Harnesses are helpful for a variety of functions. One example is harnesses are used with dog sledding. The harness allows the dogs to run and pull the sled at the same time, without having any discomfort by doing so.

Harnesses allows you to support your dog while they are walking, standing, climbing stairs, etc. A dog harness can be used to help your dog recover from an injury. Some dog harnesses will let you to lift up your dog's front and the back at the same time to help pets that are handicapped.

Dog harnesses can be used in place of a dog collar. You can still connect them to leads in your yard if you would like to leave them outside. They also can be used with a leash for walking, etc.

Harnesses are also helpful when traveling. Harnesses can work as a sort of seat belt for dogs. Adjustable nylon harnesses can attach to universal seat belt clips to keep your dog safe during your journeys.

They come in a variety of sizes, styles, and types. You have a lot of different options with dog harnesses. They are all used and styled in different ways so you have a good chance of finding one that works for your dog.