Lumi Dog Harnesses
Benefits of a Dog Harness With Lights
A dog harness equipped with LED lights is an excellent option to improve your dog's safety and security during nighttime walks. There are however a number of aspects to consider when choosing the right LED harness for your pet.
Follow the steps on how to maintain and care for your LED harness. This will ensure that the LED harness performs optimally for as long as it can.
Safety
This harness has LED lights that have been designed in a unique manner to light up all the straps. This makes your dog more noticeable to you, walkers and other runners. The battery can last up to 12 hours. It is visible for up to a quarter mile away. The light housing can be removed from the harness for easy washing.
This sturdy and lightweight harness is available in six sizes to fit the majority of dogs. It has adjustable straps and front and back attachment points for a secure fit. The chest piece is cushioned to distribute pulling pressure evenly throughout the body, thus preventing neck strain and choke. It also features reflective stitching to increase visibility in low lighting.
Its easy-to-use buckles are made by YKK which is a reputable maker of buckles that are used in mountain climbing equipment. Its tri-glides made of moulded plastic are more durable than metal clasps, and provide a smoother release. The X-shaped shape of the vest is perfect for breeds with brachycephalic characteristics such as bulldogs or pugs, which can struggle to breathe due their smaller airways.
Noxgear LightHound is a great alternative for dogs that pull hard. It can withstand force up to 300 pounds. This harness is also available in a range of colors and features a bright flashing mode that improves visibility even more.
Visibility
A dog harness with light can help your dog be more noticeable in low-light environments. It doesn't matter if you're walking at dusk, or taking your pup out in the dark, having this extra visibility feature can keep everyone safe.
Another great benefit to LED lighting is its capacity to lessen the amount of leash pulling that is a problem for some dogs. This is particularly true if your dog is very active or has high energy level. The LED's glow serves as a visual cue to signal you that your dog is pulling. It helps you remain in control.
The Noxgear LightHound LED harness is a great choice for dog owners who need to keep their pets visible at late at night. The bright LED light is rechargeable and provides hours of illumination making this harness a great option for walks in the evening. It's also available in various sizes so that you can find the right size for your dog.
The harness also has a strong, durable buckle made by YKK the world's top brand in plastic buckles. It's easy to slip on and off and the tri-glides made of plastic make it easy to do a quick and comfortable tightening and loosening. It comes with a leash and collar for your pet, meaning that you can have everything you need in high-visibility gear.
Training
A dog harness with a light can help you determine whether your dog has completed an evening potty run. It also helps to keep track of the dog in the dark. This is particularly useful for pet owners with large yards. These harnesses are more flexible than collars with LED lights that only shine in one color. They also have multiple modes of flashing.
When selecting a light-up harness for your dog, ensure that it has a sturdy leash ring that is secure and secured to the chest of your dog (not the neck). It's also a good idea to find one with an adjustable strap to allow for a custom fit. This feature will allow you to teach your dog to not pull on the leash, and to avoid injury.
Pat Miller says when training a dog to wear this kind of harness, focus on positive associations. Begin by placing it on the ground in front of your pet. Once they're confident with it you can ask them to insert their front paws into the harness and slowly raise it an inch or so at each time and reward them with treats. Look out for signs of avoidance such as cowering, vocalization or nervous body language such as flattened ears and tail tucking, to find out how comfortable they feel with the harness. Avoidance can be a sign of feeling nervous or overwhelmed. You should stop using the harness.
Tracking
A couple of LED harnesses take it one step further, giving you an accurate picture of your dog's location. They communicate with the basestation (which is often an energy source for batteries as well) by using GPS or Bluetooth to keep track of the location of your pet. Some trackers send alerts to your smartphone when your dog wanders too far. Some also have an integrated thermometer that tells you when your dog is getting too hot.
These features may seem like a gimmick but they are beneficial to owners of dogs with special needs, for example those who have to walk or exercise in dim lighting or in dimly lit environments like parks. They're also beneficial for dogs who are prone to pulling and escaping from their collars.
The LightHound harness is ideal for early morning or night walks, as the integrated lights will light up your pet's neck, and increase visibility in low-light conditions. Its simple design makes it simple to put on, even for new harness wearers and energetic dogs. It's also heavier than most when you insert the housing that is light and it doesn't come with a leash ring in the front, which means it's not ideal for no-pull training. The Gooby Comfort X step-in harness, on the other hand is the ideal option for brachycephalic breeds such as pugs and bulldogs. The X-shaped vest won't put pressure on their smaller airways and the mesh that breathes will keep them cool.