Harness or Leash

[dogbert]

I may contact her later on to get one of the step in's for the little one. She's 6mo old now and 3 pounds, we don't think she will get much bigger.

[kjc]

Another super big plus for harnesses: definitely the best if you have to get your little one out of harm's way in a hurry! ie: unexpected loose dog on a walk that comes barreling towards you! Just be sure they are fitted to your dog first.

[Mom to Hot Rod]

Harnesses for us. I usually use vest type of harnesses although I have a couple of step in like ones that I use when it is really hot out.

[diane boden]

Originally Posted by ritzydaisy

Listen to the YorkieTalk experts! Your vet should know better.

I couldn't agree more, at one time vets were happy to point people in the dirrection of experienced dog breeders to give help and avise on breeds. These days they seam to egnore the years of learning and experience as it doesn't put money in their pockets. I read on another forum that one vet [old fashioned] in this country feels ashamed to tell people of his chosen proffession due to the greed of many of his fellow vets.

[chloesMama]

Definitetly a harness!! We use one on both Chloe and our bigger dog.

[_Chrissy_]

Originally Posted by dogbert

I sent this on to them also. I wonder if the step in harness could be made small enough for a 3 pound dog.

The 9"-14" Roman Harness fit Mickey when he was 3 lbs. He is 3.45 now.
I had the Step In but like the Roman better.
But which ever you chose I think they would fit a 3 lb pup.
I get mine on ebay.

[dogbert]

I'll have to find a photo of a "Roman" harness. My Yorkie is big enough to wear a regular harness so I haven't done alot of exploring. She has a mesh one for summer and a heavier one for winter. But this little 3# baby girl needs a good safe harness too. Thanks.

[PrincessDiana]

Originally Posted by dogbert

I'll have to find a photo of a "Roman" harness. My Yorkie is big enough to wear a regular harness so I haven't done alot of exploring. She has a mesh one for summer and a heavier one for winter. But this little 3# baby girl needs a good safe harness too. Thanks.

Here is a website that explains the differences between the different harnesses.
Dog Harnesses - makes, models and colors explained

I also prefer the roman style harnesses over the step-in.

[_Chrissy_]

Originally Posted by dogbert

I'll have to find a photo of a "Roman" harness. My Yorkie is big enough to wear a regular harness so I haven't done alot of exploring. She has a mesh one for summer and a heavier one for winter. But this little 3# baby girl needs a good safe harness too. Thanks.

The show the different style of harnesses here:
Lupine® - Small Dog Products

[normarae63]

HARNESS!
When we 1st got Tuffy we unknowingly bought him a roman style harness but as soon as I found the choke free I ordered it. He's 1 of the unlucky who suffer from collapsed trachea syndrome so it was very important to avoid anything that may constrict his breathing. Our vet put him on amoxicillin for a week & we finished that off 3 days ago. He still hacks & honks every other day or so but we're hoping he'll get better now that we know why it was happening & how to hopefully avoid it as much as possible.

[dogbert]

Thanks for the link there are so many types to consider. I know we want one that stays away from her tiny neck.