Hartz Dog Tie Out Chain, 20-ft

Description

Hartz Dog Tie Out Chain: Safely secure your outdoor explorer. This strong 20-foot steel chain is great for large family pets who spend time outside. Built with durable metal, the tough tie out resists tugging, chewing and dragging. A center swivel and two swivel snaps let your dog sleep and stroll in comfort while avoiding tangles.

Some dogs get excited and pull on their leashes, which can quickly damage even the most durable leash material. One time, when working with a fearful dog that became frustrated around triggers–he lived in an apartment complex, so triggers were everywhere–the dog grabbed his leash and chewed through it. Understand, this was a huge Rottweiler. He could sever a leash in two pieces with few purposeful chomps. It was frightening. We did have tremendous success changing his behavior though, and his pet owner used a chain-and-cotton dog leash until she learned how to quickly identify and reward different dog behavior.

For the most part, I prefer teaching a dog to do something else instead of pulling or redirecting frustration on a leash, but a dog chain leash will deter behavior as well. Most dogs don’t like the metal taste or feel, so they’ll leave their leash alone. Some dogs will redirect tugging to their pet owner’s pants or another dog’s leash, so it’s not a quick fix for all dogs. In fact, I’ve had pet owners tell me their easily excited leash-tugging dogs fractured their teeth pulling on their leashes, so proceed with caution. If you decide to use a dog chain leash, use it to change behavior. Once the behavior has changed, then switch to a cotton, nylon or leather leash.

Hartz Dog Tie Out Chain Key Benefits

• Made with strong and durable steel chain.
• Weather-resistant design stays stronger longer.
• 20-foot chain gives your curious canine extra room to roam.
• Includes a center swivel and swivel snaps.
• Swivel snap allows your dog to move freely and helps reduce tangling.

Precautions

Intended to be used for short duration, under close supervision. Always supervise pet to ensure they do not destroy or ingest product. May contain small parts. Not suitable for children. Inspect regularly and replace if any part becomes damaged. For the perfect fit, measure your pet carefully when selecting a size from the Size tab. Sizing recommendations per breed are only guesstimates, since no two dogs are exactly alike.

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