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Bayard

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26. The best thing to walk a big dog on is a chain training collar

Reply to Marthe48 (Original post)

Mon Dec 8, 2025, 11:24 PM

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What some people call a choke collar, but that's not what it is at all, if used correctly. Be sure to put it on the dog so that when you pull the leash, and then relax it, the collar relaxes. Its on wrong if it remains tight. If the dog is pulling, give the leash a quick snap, and then soften. Keep doing that until he minds his manners, along with voice commands. Praise works very well too.

I've also known people who have success with, "dog halters," on large dogs. It gives you more control of their head.

First things first though--nothing will work unless the whole family walks the dog the same way.

Good luck, and I hope your bruises heal quickly.

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My grand dog pulled me down [View all] Marthe48 Monday OP

I know you'll be cautious - but I hope you don't need a trip to the ER Diamond_Dog Monday #1

This message was self-deleted by its author John1956PA Monday #3

Tell me more! Marthe48 Monday #4

I'm sorry you fell leftieNanner Monday #2

He's done so well on it Marthe48 Monday #6

I am so sorry, dear. Self monitor and keep in close contact with your daughter. John1956PA Monday #5

If you are on a blood thinner, get checked out Delmette2.0 Monday #25

Thank you Marthe48 Monday #7

Being you hit your head CountAllVotes Monday #8

I agree. Especially if you are on a blood thinner for any reason. 3catwoman3 Monday #9

hitting your head is no joke! CountAllVotes Monday #11

Yes to both of those GreatGazoo Tuesday #29

If you hit your head you need to be checked. Polly Hennessey Monday #10

I don't practice what I preach. Last year I was walking with some Nike running shoes that have many miles on them. CentralMass Monday #13

That was quite a fall Marthe48 Monday #15

Dogs are the best. I'm glad you are ok. CentralMass Monday #22

Same. I have never bought Nike shoes again. Zackzzzz Monday #20

Elderly people who fall and hit their head should look for the following symptoms, as they may indicate a serious brain CentralMass Monday #12

It's been over 2 hours Marthe48 Monday #14

Healing vibes on the way to you, Marthe SheltieLover Monday #16

Please get checked out. murielm99 Monday #17

I'm sorry for this happening... we all know the dogs didn't mean to do it, slightlv Monday #18

You had it worse than I do Marthe48 Monday #21

Healed, but *very* careful around my Lexy pup! slightlv Monday #23

When I can get up after a fall... FoggyLake Monday #19

LOL! You're on the right track... I swear, we're overrun with zombies these days! slightlv Monday #24

The best thing to walk a big dog on is a chain training collar Bayard Monday #26

My daughter said she'll put a different collar on the dog Marthe48 Tuesday #33

Please give us an update on your condition. MIButterfly Tuesday #27

So far, so good, thanks! Marthe48 Tuesday #32

Glad to hear you're okay! MIButterfly Tuesday #34

Whoa, how scary! ShazzieB Tuesday #28

If you could consult an occupational therapist Marthe48 Tuesday #31

Update: sore but doing ok Marthe48 Tuesday #30

So glad to hear you are OK. 3catwoman3 Tuesday #36

Take care. Be vigilant. applegrove Tuesday #35