This patented restraint halter conditions the dog not to pull against the leash. Veterinarians, trainers and owners who have tested the Sporn TrainingT Halter have found it to be an extremely safe, effective and humane solution for managing and training even the hardest pullers. The Sporn Training Halter ensures a dog's comfort by avoiding pressure on the larynx and trachea while offering his walker better control and manageability than chokers and spike collars. Made of the highest quality brai

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Our first walk with the Sporn Halter was amazing. This formerly uncontrollable dog never tugged at the leash--NOT ONCE! The halter completely subdued her behavior. The straps around her front legs are not at all tight so the dog seems completely comfortable. It is easy to fit, easy to get on and off the dog and the dog does not seem to be bothered by the apparatus. The Sporn collar can remain on the dog (with the arm straps detached) but I have found it easier to just leave her regular collar on and leave the sporn halter on the leash. No reason the kids cannot walk her now!

I do not know why this apparatus works but it absolutely does!

7 of 7 found the following review helpful:

Works like a charmMay 17, 2007
By D. Gambol "Centennial's human"
The Sporn Halter works well because its design puts a slight pressure on the sensitive pressure points under the dog's leg, more or less the equivilent of a pressure point in your armpit. The dog immediately responds to the discomfort and behaves properly...and stays a happy dog. No pressure on its throat. For the person who below complained that it was complicated to put on, perhaps the first time or two...once solved, it's a simple process. My dog, who was a maniac before the Sporn, sits patiently while I put the collar on and then is off like a rocket but also immediately settles down when I put on his leash. He knows that the Sporn means a fantastic run in the park, it's nice because you can easily put the dog on and off leash the little ring stays nice on the top of their back, easy to find when needed. I'm guessing that perhaps the owner did not have it on properly when she wrote that it did not work. It works like a charm. My groomer told me about it, they use a similar apparatus during the grooming process and the dogs are always under control in her shop, from English sheep dogs to little toy poodles.

Try it, you'll love it. And the neat thing is that big dogs can now be walked by lesser weight people without the worry that they will be pulled half-way across town.

5 of 5 found the following review helpful:

A comfortable alternative to other no-pull harnessesMar 09, 2009
By Laurel J.
We have two dogs: a 90-pounder and a 45-pounder. Both usually walk nicely except when certain "triggers" (duck, other dog, squirrel, ball, etc.) cross their path, initiating a pulling frenzy.

We bought each dog a harness that encircles the midsection, loops over the head, and then has a clip above the head. Although initially this mechanism did the trick in stemming the pulling problem, eventually the clip (which has to be opened each time to slide and widen the the loop around the dog's head to remove it) broke into pieces. When we found the pieces and reassembled the clip, we found that the thing was weaker than ever. Now, if the dog pulled, sometimes the clip would fly apart.

So, we began a search for another no-pull harness and came across the Sporn Training Halter. We bought one to try out on one dog, our 45-pounder. She seemed to like that it fastened like her own collar (her collar had to come off for the Sporn one to go on) and nothing was wrapped around her belly. The halter arrived with soft sherpa coverings (removable and replaceable) to protect the dog's armpits. The halter went on much more easily and quickly than the previous harness.

Our "45" seems to enjoy walking with the Sporn on, and it is effective in minimizing pulling. We're off to buy a Sporn now for our "90"!

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I LOVE THIS COLLARMay 19, 2006
By M. Lawrence "happy dog mom"
My 5 month old, 74 pound German Shepherd has been to puppy class and failed due to excessive pulling on the lead. It was just too frustrating to take him anywhere because all he did was pull on the lead no matter how strictly I tried to curb that behavior. He's a big boy so this was a huge problem. Walking him became impossible. I tried everything and nothing worked. I did not buy this halter at first because it looked too simple and light weight to be effective. I WAS SO WRONG!

It took a little getting used to to put on the first time but after we mastered that task he was off and walking like a perfectly well trained dog. He is so happy out waking now. If he starts to tug, a simple pull back with verbal commands and he immediately correct himself.

We went from absolutely no walking to be able to have daily excursions through parks, across busy streets, and share the sidewalks with pedestrians and even other fellow 4 legged friends.

It is an effective and kind halter that is far superior to continuous yanking on a poor pup's neck.

Last week I was able to walk my pup to a busy sidewalk caf� where I ate the most delicious pastry and sipped numerous cups of coffee all while my perfect puppy sat near the table accepting all the praises about how handsome and well behaved he is. I am in heaven!

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Fantastic!Feb 22, 2008
By Forest Dweller
Despite obedience training, my dog was still difficult to control on walks if there were any distractions so I bought this halter in desperation since no other methods were working.
The Sporn halter works like a dream! Walks are now enjoyable and stress free since I don't have to constantly correct him. It's easy to put on and is comfortable for the dog. He now walks calmly at my side with no tugs or verbal reminders and best of all....no injuries for me!

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