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Bayard

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26. The best thing to walk a big dog on is a chain training collar

Reply to Marthe48 (Original post)

Mon Dec 8, 2025, 11:24 PM

Dec 8

What some people call a choke collar, but that's not what it is at all, if used correctly. Be sure to put it on the dog so that when you pull the leash, and then relax it, the collar relaxes. Its on wrong if it remains tight. If the dog is pulling, give the leash a quick snap, and then soften. Keep doing that until he minds his manners, along with voice commands. Praise works very well too.

I've also known people who have success with, "dog halters," on large dogs. It gives you more control of their head.

First things first though--nothing will work unless the whole family walks the dog the same way.

Good luck, and I hope your bruises heal quickly.

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My grand dog pulled me down [View all] Marthe48 Dec 8 OP

I know you'll be cautious - but I hope you don't need a trip to the ER Diamond_Dog Dec 8 #1

This message was self-deleted by its author John1956PA Dec 8 #3

Tell me more! Marthe48 Dec 8 #4

I'm sorry you fell leftieNanner Dec 8 #2

He's done so well on it Marthe48 Dec 8 #6

I am so sorry, dear. Self monitor and keep in close contact with your daughter. John1956PA Dec 8 #5

If you are on a blood thinner, get checked out Delmette2.0 Dec 8 #25

Thank you Marthe48 Dec 8 #7

Being you hit your head CountAllVotes Dec 8 #8

I agree. Especially if you are on a blood thinner for any reason. 3catwoman3 Dec 8 #9

hitting your head is no joke! CountAllVotes Dec 8 #11

Yes to both of those GreatGazoo Dec 9 #29

If you hit your head you need to be checked. Polly Hennessey Dec 8 #10

I don't practice what I preach. Last year I was walking with some Nike running shoes that have many miles on them. CentralMass Dec 8 #13

That was quite a fall Marthe48 Dec 8 #15

Dogs are the best. I'm glad you are ok. CentralMass Dec 8 #22

Same. I have never bought Nike shoes again. Zackzzzz Dec 8 #20

Elderly people who fall and hit their head should look for the following symptoms, as they may indicate a serious brain CentralMass Dec 8 #12

It's been over 2 hours Marthe48 Dec 8 #14

Healing vibes on the way to you, Marthe SheltieLover Dec 8 #16

Please get checked out. murielm99 Dec 8 #17

I'm sorry for this happening... we all know the dogs didn't mean to do it, slightlv Dec 8 #18

You had it worse than I do Marthe48 Dec 8 #21

Healed, but *very* careful around my Lexy pup! slightlv Dec 8 #23

When I can get up after a fall... FoggyLake Dec 8 #19

LOL! You're on the right track... I swear, we're overrun with zombies these days! slightlv Dec 8 #24

The best thing to walk a big dog on is a chain training collar Bayard Dec 8 #26

My daughter said she'll put a different collar on the dog Marthe48 Dec 9 #33

Please give us an update on your condition. MIButterfly Dec 9 #27

So far, so good, thanks! Marthe48 Dec 9 #32

Glad to hear you're okay! MIButterfly Dec 9 #34

Whoa, how scary! ShazzieB Dec 9 #28

If you could consult an occupational therapist Marthe48 Dec 9 #31

Update: sore but doing ok Marthe48 Dec 9 #30

So glad to hear you are OK. 3catwoman3 Dec 9 #36

Take care. Be vigilant. applegrove Dec 9 #35

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