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A front-clip harness reduces pulling leverage while you teach loose-leash walking with treats. Gear alone is not enough, so add short daily training sessions. Measure chest girth carefully, follow the maker’s size chart, and refit the harness as adolescent Labs keep growing. Answer page →
A harness is a management tool. It makes walks safer while you teach loose-leash walking. Front-clip harnesses reduce the pulling leverage of a strong Lab without causing pain. That fits the reward-based approach recommended by AVSAB.
Harness types
Type
How it works
Good for
Front-clip
Leash attaches at chest; pulling turns the dog sideways
Reducing pulling while training
Dual-clip
Front + back rings, often with a double-ended leash
Strong pullers; flexible use
Back-clip everyday
Leash on the back; comfortable, doesn’t discourage pulling
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