The Canadian Family

Although it might appear cruel to use a leash on a dog, let’s face it sometimes we have to do it predominantly in scenarios where he might behave erratically.

Don’t forget too that during obedience classes a collar and leash are necessary equipment, to persuade him to obey commands and curb him when he isn’t playing ball.

The design of standard collars and leashes mean that all the pressure is concentrated around the neck and throat.

Choke chains are worse as they can bruise and continually constrict around the throat.

Choking isn’t a nice feeling for anyone, least of all a dog, and it’s good to remember that this feeling may inhibit his potential to learn properly. Thank heavens then for this next item.

Premier have designed the Gentle Leader Headcollar, the restraint of choice of animal doctors and dog obedience trainers, with safety in mind, and to provide a better experience for your dog.

Just imagine if your throat was constricted, leading to choking and the threat of asphyxiation – wouldn’t that lead to feelings of panic?

Once the dog feels it is being choked, alarm will set in and your lesson is all but over.

Isn’t it better to reinforce a training message with a softer yet still effective method of control?

The Gentle Leader is manufactured in nylon, much softer than leather or metal, and is constructed like a headcollar with a strap over the nose.

The pressure is applied through two areas, the muzzle and the back of the head, so that when your dog pulls away, his whole head is controlled rather than just his throat.

Dogs will respond much better to this form of restraint as they won’t feel threatened or panicked.

It’s so much easier to train and control a calm dog rather than one who is frightened.

With four sizes spanning small through to extra large and in two colors the Gentle Leader is one product that doesn’t take the approach one size fits all.

As your dog gets bigger, you can just change up to the next size up.

It even comes with a helpful, informative, instructional DVD which provides methods of training using the Gentle Leader.

Effective, gentle and well priced – what are you waiting for?

Control with kindness with the Gentle Leader.