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vainchick5 · 06-28-2005, 07:15 PM

NOW YOU'RE TALKING STACY...now THAT is something I can do well, stare her down. I never thought about that, I will try it. And I'm NOT sorry I asked, I love learning more. She's my first so I need all the help I can get.

sylvan · 06-28-2005, 07:18 PM

Have you tried doing this on a slick surface wher she can't get traction to pull away from you? (like a countertop) Right now, she is winning this battle because you let go. If she is wiggling away, you need to hold tighter or get someone else to help you hold her. Everytime she escapes your control, you have a problem that can get bigger fast.

vainchick5 · 06-28-2005, 07:34 PM

OH my Gosh I think I've done everything wrong that you've so far said not to do. Ok I'm going to go give it another try. I refuse to let her win me over (at least where the harness is concerned)

klogan · 06-28-2005, 07:42 PM

Yep, same problem here. The only other thing I would add is Stomper would whimper like a baby when it was on...like he was being abused or something...

vainchick5 · 06-28-2005, 07:43 PM

Ok it went on ok, no movement from her at all. Now to tighten the neck area, that is a struggle. It makes me teary eyed each time because there is such a struggle and I feel like I'm being mean by holding her so tight. I'm crying right now. I can't do this. She's so small and looks so sad right now. I'm letting her stay in it for a couple of minutes before we struggle again to get it off. I just get so sad when I have to do this to her..

babi1542 · 06-28-2005, 07:51 PM

Same problem here, she gets feisty putting it on and taking it off. She does not seem to like harnesses, dresses, or bows. What a tomboy!

sylvan · 06-29-2005, 04:48 AM

vainchick- You did it! I am so proud of you. It will get easier every time if you stick with being the boss. I know she looks like a heartbroken, dejected little waif, but she will get over it, I promise, and will become the sweet natured charmer you want, instead of a tyrant whose shenanigans aren't so cute during a daily battle. It's very much like parenting- The best moms have had each kid scream 'I hate you!' at some point...in the end they are grateful for the boundaries and structure you provide, it gives them a safe, solid base from which to soar..truly spoiled kids are a pain in the butt, and not ever happy.

centralnewyorki · 06-29-2005, 05:17 AM

Olivia doesn't get nippy, but she does growl to try to pretent that she's the boss. I thought she was getting better, but last night she gave me attitude when I put it on her. I do have to say, though, that she's only had it on a handful of times so she's pretty new to the whole harness thing. When I put it on her every day last week and made her walk around the house with it on to get used to it, she didn't say a word by the last day. How old is your baby? Mabye she just needs to get used to it a liitle more. I know Olivia is used to running around naked, so I'm sure anything on her must feel a little strange at first.

Sherry Lynn · 06-29-2005, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Stitches29

I quit using the clip fasterer harness for the exact same reason. I think the clip pulls their hair. I am using the buckle harness. Works great and easy to get on and off.

I found a harness that has a velcro closures. One wraps around the neck and one around the little belly. They are made with a mesh-like, sport shirt-like material and the leash ring is on top. Much easier to get on the squirmly little bugger! It was a bit expensive but I got a size larger ( they come in really small sizes ) so Dublin can grow into it.

I saw them on line after I bought mine. If you're interested, I'll look it up for you.

vainchick5 · 06-29-2005, 08:20 AM

I just don't know if velcro would be secure enough though. And plus, at a certain point, you just want them to accept what they have. I can't keep spending tons of money on other things because she doesn't like it..you know? I want her to adapt to the things she currently has. Now if it was hurting or harming her, or if it was uncomfortable I would def. buy something else. But she's just being a brat about it and I don't want her to think mommy will always do the run around if she's a brat. But thanks for the suggestion, I might consider it if it becomes a big problem.

luzangela428 · 06-29-2005, 08:26 AM

Maximus too is a pain in the a**..when it come to putting the harness on..I make him do it but he drew blood this weekend...when he tried to bite me and I tried to move my finger his big too (canine???)..went right into my thumb..he realized and stood still after but I was SOOO mad...I ended up taking the harness of and went to get a pedicure instead..I know that didn't solve anything..but he didn't get to go the park which I think he missed???...anyways..I notice that if I open the door, pick him up and let him look out from the screen door it is like 10 times easier to get the harness on..but like Nobella I don't want to have to bribe him..I want him to realize I am not trying to hurt him because he acts like that is what I am trying to do

vainchick5 · 06-29-2005, 08:34 AM

I swear if anyone walked by, they would think I'm trying to kill her because of all the growling, crying and squirming she's doing. It's like when you take your kid to the store and they cry so much because they want something, people think you hit them or something.

JCarlson2004 · 06-29-2005, 08:35 AM

Katie is totally ok w/ my putting her harness on. In fact, whenever I take it out she gets all excited and runs over because she know that it's walk time! But Codie is a total NIGHTMARE! He tried to bite the harness and I slip it over his head. He does not bite ME but he growls and runs away from me. Strange dog! LOL

eroar2 · 06-29-2005, 09:18 AM

For those of you having trouble with the harness that goes through the head maybe look into the that is step-in harness. It is much easier for both you and your baby cause you aren't trying to squeeze their head through it. You just basically put their feet in at the bottom and click it at the top. Makes like SOOOO much easier...

I know I wasn't all that excited about buying another harness, but I promise it was money well spent! No more confusion on am I a putting it on correctly, etc... you have the thing on in a snap!

teri88 · 06-29-2005, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by vainchick5

Stacy, that would great! She really only bites when I try to put the harness on and off. I've tried taking it slow and praising and kissing her throughout. But I'm beginning to think that she's scared that she will choke or that I will hurt her. She is 17 weeks, and she was a total ankle biter and chewer. I didn't want her to bite even if it's just a puppy thing. So I began using bitter apple spray. A couple of times when she bit, I dabbed a drop of it on her tongue. It only took two times of that for her to stop biting. Now if she starts, I show her the bottle and no more biting. But it doesn't work with the harness. HELP! She is really small too so I don't want to hurt her while I'm putting it on.

Maybe if you try putting the bitter apple on the harness?

06-28-2005, 07:15 PM	#16
vainchick5 YT 6000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: CA Posts: 6,588	NOW YOU'RE TALKING STACY...now THAT is something I can do well, stare her down. I never thought about that, I will try it. And I'm NOT sorry I asked, I love learning more. She's my first so I need all the help I can get. __________________ Mommy to Coco and Rocco

06-28-2005, 07:34 PM	#18
vainchick5 YT 6000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: CA Posts: 6,588	OH my Gosh I think I've done everything wrong that you've so far said not to do. Ok I'm going to go give it another try. I refuse to let her win me over (at least where the harness is concerned) __________________ Mommy to Coco and Rocco

06-28-2005, 07:42 PM	#19
klogan YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 661	Yep, same problem here. The only other thing I would add is Stomper would whimper like a baby when it was on...like he was being abused or something... __________________ Kimberly & Stomper

06-28-2005, 07:43 PM	#20
vainchick5 YT 6000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: CA Posts: 6,588	Ok it went on ok, no movement from her at all. Now to tighten the neck area, that is a struggle. It makes me teary eyed each time because there is such a struggle and I feel like I'm being mean by holding her so tight. I'm crying right now. I can't do this. She's so small and looks so sad right now. I'm letting her stay in it for a couple of minutes before we struggle again to get it off. I just get so sad when I have to do this to her.. __________________ Mommy to Coco and Rocco

06-28-2005, 07:51 PM	#21
babi1542 Double Trouble Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: FLORIDA Posts: 4,658	Same problem here, she gets feisty putting it on and taking it off. She does not seem to like harnesses, dresses, or bows. What a tomboy! __________________ PEBBLES AND SASHA MY DOGS ARE NOT SPOILED...I'M JUST WELL TRAINED!

06-28-2005, 07:18 PM	#17
sylvan YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Eastern PA Posts: 2,484	Have you tried doing this on a slick surface wher she can't get traction to pull away from you? (like a countertop) Right now, she is winning this battle because you let go. If she is wiggling away, you need to hold tighter or get someone else to help you hold her. Everytime she escapes your control, you have a problem that can get bigger fast.

06-29-2005, 04:48 AM	#22
sylvan YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Eastern PA Posts: 2,484	vainchick- You did it! I am so proud of you. It will get easier every time if you stick with being the boss. I know she looks like a heartbroken, dejected little waif, but she will get over it, I promise, and will become the sweet natured charmer you want, instead of a tyrant whose shenanigans aren't so cute during a daily battle. It's very much like parenting- The best moms have had each kid scream 'I hate you!' at some point...in the end they are grateful for the boundaries and structure you provide, it gives them a safe, solid base from which to soar..truly spoiled kids are a pain in the butt, and not ever happy.

06-29-2005, 05:17 AM	#23
centralnewyorki YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Central NY state Posts: 1,741	Olivia doesn't get nippy, but she does growl to try to pretent that she's the boss. I thought she was getting better, but last night she gave me attitude when I put it on her. I do have to say, though, that she's only had it on a handful of times so she's pretty new to the whole harness thing. When I put it on her every day last week and made her walk around the house with it on to get used to it, she didn't say a word by the last day. How old is your baby? Mabye she just needs to get used to it a liitle more. I know Olivia is used to running around naked, so I'm sure anything on her must feel a little strange at first. __________________ Susan & Olivia Visit Olivia's Dogster Page!

06-29-2005, 08:20 AM	#25
vainchick5 YT 6000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: CA Posts: 6,588	I just don't know if velcro would be secure enough though. And plus, at a certain point, you just want them to accept what they have. I can't keep spending tons of money on other things because she doesn't like it..you know? I want her to adapt to the things she currently has. Now if it was hurting or harming her, or if it was uncomfortable I would def. buy something else. But she's just being a brat about it and I don't want her to think mommy will always do the run around if she's a brat. But thanks for the suggestion, I might consider it if it becomes a big problem. __________________ Mommy to Coco and Rocco

06-29-2005, 08:26 AM	#26
luzangela428 Maximus "Lily's Love Slave" Join Date: May 2005 Location: san ramon, ca Posts: 2,368	Maximus too is a pain in the a**..when it come to putting the harness on..I make him do it but he drew blood this weekend...when he tried to bite me and I tried to move my finger his big too (canine???)..went right into my thumb..he realized and stood still after but I was SOOO mad...I ended up taking the harness of and went to get a pedicure instead..I know that didn't solve anything..but he didn't get to go the park which I think he missed???...anyways..I notice that if I open the door, pick him up and let him look out from the screen door it is like 10 times easier to get the harness on..but like Nobella I don't want to have to bribe him..I want him to realize I am not trying to hurt him because he acts like that is what I am trying to do __________________ http://www.dogster.com/?148186 Maximus' Album: http://www.yorkietalk.com/gallery/sh...=1&ppuser=2303 Maximus Woves Lily

06-29-2005, 08:34 AM	#27
vainchick5 YT 6000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: CA Posts: 6,588	I swear if anyone walked by, they would think I'm trying to kill her because of all the growling, crying and squirming she's doing. It's like when you take your kid to the store and they cry so much because they want something, people think you hit them or something. __________________ Mommy to Coco and Rocco

06-29-2005, 08:35 AM	#28
JCarlson2004 Mommy To 3 Poochies Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: New York Posts: 8,287	Katie is totally ok w/ my putting her harness on. In fact, whenever I take it out she gets all excited and runs over because she know that it's walk time! But Codie is a total NIGHTMARE! He tried to bite the harness and I slip it over his head. He does not bite ME but he growls and runs away from me. Strange dog! LOL __________________ Mommy Loves Codie, Tia & Baby Cali RIP My Precious Katie - I Love You

06-29-2005, 09:18 AM	#29
eroar2 Donating YT Addict Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 446	For those of you having trouble with the harness that goes through the head maybe look into the that is step-in harness. It is much easier for both you and your baby cause you aren't trying to squeeze their head through it. You just basically put their feet in at the bottom and click it at the top. Makes like SOOOO much easier... I know I wasn't all that excited about buying another harness, but I promise it was money well spent! No more confusion on am I a putting it on correctly, etc... you have the thing on in a snap!