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Combine a front-clip harness with short daily reward-based loose-leash sessions. Stop moving when the leash tightens, and walk forward when it slackens. Meeting your Lab’s exercise needs helps too, because a tired Lab pulls noticeably less on every sidewalk walk. Answer page →
A 75 lb Lab that pulls is a safety problem. The fix is to make a loose leash pay and make pulling stop working, while a harness manages the dog in the meantime.
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Frequently asked questions
Should I use a prong or choke collar on a Lab?
AVSAB recommends against aversive tools because of the risk of fear, pain and aggression. A front-clip harness plus reward-based training is the safer option.
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