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Many dogs are very keen on spending time in the water. If you live near a river or the sea and own certain breeds you will know where we are coming from. Spaniels and Labradors are great examples of such water dogs, but there are many other dogs who love to swim. Xtra Dog, in conjunction with Adanac Sleds and Equipment in Montana, have invented the first water-repelling dog walking harness. This harness that has a front ring as well as a standard top ring can also be used for Tellington TTouch round work, to stop dogs pulling. Currently we offer these harnesses in a choice of six sizes and in royal blue. We can also offer a custom fit for dogs too big or small for a standard fit. A custom fit will cost £10.00 more than a standard fit. Please call 0330 088 1677 if you require a custom fit harness.
Details
Certain dogs are more receptive to being walked with a two-point contact (the lead attached at one end to the collar and the other end to the harness). This method, developed by Tellington TTouch in the USA, is ideal for a dog that naturally pulls and eliminates any perceived need for equipment like choke chains or pinch collars. Xtra Dog actively condemns the use of these so-called punitive methods of dog management and training.
“TTouch leading techniques improve proprioception and balance and so can dramatically improve both posture and the behaviour of the dog. Teaching a dog to walk calmly on a leash using two-point contact - the handler having two distinct connections with the dog, usually with a double-ended leash - can have a miraculous and often instantaneous effect. There are many ways of using a two-point contact, so this leading technique can be easily tailored to suit the individual dog’s needs.”
from Sarah Fisher’s 2007 book Unlock your Dog’s Potential, published by David and Charles
A well fitting harness will be broad enough not to cut into the dog and should not tighten in use. It should sit far enough back so as not to dig in to the dog’s ‘armpits’. When fitted correctly, it should allow the harness to support the dog’s body weight, reducing the damage caused by the dog pulling on its collar and lead. There should be a buckle on both sides of the body alleviating the need to pick up the dog’s legs – this can cause discomfort to the dog and give a bad association with the harness. Xtra Dog are pleased to have co-designed these special water repelling foam harnesses which complement our double ended training leads and Air Collar.
This harness is based on sled-dog harness technology and combined with the thinking behind Tellington TTouch groundwork. The harness is currently offered in six sizes.
These harnesses are made in the Rocky Mountains of Montana, USA. 
Available Sizes Click Here to download our full size chart based on breed.