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A harness with a handle makes it easier and safer to keep close control of your dog when you need to. Handles can make the difference between owners calming a tense situation down between one dog and another, and struggling to bring dog’s to heel and escalating a situation. Read our Benefits of Dog Harnesses with Handles article for more information on the pros of control handles and how best to use them effectively.

JULIUS-K9®Harnesses With Control Handles

Here at JULIUS-K9® UK we know the importance of a strong and reliable harness handle that keeps your pet, and others, safe. All of our IDC® harnesses and other dog harnesses we sell have handles specially designed to prevent strain injuries while providing maximum close control.

IDC® Powerharness Range

The IDC® Powerharness is our flagship dog harnesses and is used all over Europe by pet owners, law enforcement, and private security firms alike due to its superior durability and safety. Its handle is located at the top of the harness

There are many benefits to using a harness when taking your dog out for a walk. These include improved comfort for the dog, improved security, greater options to attach practical accessories, and most importantly - fewer risks of injury. Choosing the right dog lead to pair with the harness is important aspect of this as it impacts your overall handling and ease of control.

Here we highlight the three best dog harness and lead sets you can buy here at JULIUS-K9® UK. Please note that the harnesses and leads are sold separately.

Powair Summer Harness & Lead

The IDC® Powair Lightweight Harness has been designed for summer use and is made from breathable mesh fabric to keep your dog cool in the heat. It is also quick drying and designed for use in the water, allowing your dog to go for a dip to cool off.

[Buy the IDC® Powair Summer Dog Harness]

The IDC® Powair dog lead is made from the same super light material as the harness so is as quick drying while also being easy to clean. Its handle

From heavy duty leather leads to quick drying and lightweight leashes, there is a lot of choice for dog owners to make before deciding what lead to buy. But with so many options, how do you know which type of lead is best suited to you and your dog’s needs?

We’ve provided an overview of all the types of dog lead sold at JULIUS-K9 ® UK to give you a better understanding of what’s available and how it might be beneficial.

Retractable Leads

Having your dog on a retractable lead allows the dog more freedom while still giving you control. They are a great choice in quiet areas and large open spaces like country paths and fields. They allow curious dogs to explore and get more exercise as they run ahead to investigate their surroundings.

It’s advisable that you use a high visibility retractable lead. Leads can extend up to 10 metres, some even longer, and could be missed by joggers or cyclists if they aren’t hi-vis which can cause a nasty accident.

Should you use a retractable lead?

Retraceable

Tactical dog harnesses are extremely reliable and have been designed to suit a specific purpose for service or military canines. They often include added areas for attaching accessories like lights, saddle bags and backpacks, labels for indicating the dog is in service, and multiple leash attachments. Additionally, the core functions of the harness, such as the lead attachment D-Ring, buckles, and safety straps, have extra features and durability.

All these extra features mean tactical harnesses can be beneficial for pet owners looking for an everyday harness with added functionality to suit their and their dog’s needs.

Why a tactical canine harness might be good for your pet

Dog harnesses like the JULIUS-K9® flagship IDC® Powerharness is perfect for everyday use for most owners. They are built to be durable, safe, and comfortable for dogs of all breeds and sizes. Tactical harnesses are specially designed for service canines and so are more suited to larger canine breeds that are more

Having an extra way to control your dog is never a bad thing and harness handles can help prevent your dog getting into trouble. As well as adding another level of security they’re also practical, allowing you to carry your dog when needed or aid them over obstacles.

An important safety feature for any harness

Even calm dogs with an excellent temperament can get spooked. When a dog becomes frightened they can act out of character, either by fleeing or lashing out at other dogs or people. Having an easily accessible handle at the top of the harness allows you to quickly gain a firm but safe grip of them.

Having this level of close control is important for also protecting your dog from other dogs. A harness handle allows far better control than a leash can in keeping them out of harm’s way.

When in busy public places, a dog’s lead can get under people’s feet and potentially cause harm. A handle allows you to keep them close without any risk of a loose leash tripping anyone up. For puppies

Here at JULIUS-K9® UK we’d like to clear up some misinformation regarding no pull harnesses – there is no such thing as a completely no pull dog harness or collar.

What no pull equipment does do is limit a dog’s ability to yank on the leash and allow you to stop their pulling safely. When used correctly they can be an effective training tool and allow you to walk with your dog in a more controlled and disciplined manner.

JULIUS-K9® no pull harnesses

We do not sell no pull harnesses here on the JULIUS-K9® UK website.

No pull harnesses are designed to restrict a dog’s natural movement in order to train them into walking without yanking on the leash and trying to run ahead of you. JULIUS-K9® harnesses do not restrict your dog’s movement.

We take great pride in our harnesses with dog safety and comfort being our number one priority. See our scientific studies for details on how our harnesses are safe and do not affect your dog’s natural movement:

• Scientific Biomechanical Study of Julius K9

Jogging with your dog can be extremely rewarding. It allows your dog to have a variety of exercise and gives you extra motivation to keep to your running routine.

We outlined how to jog with your dog safely and responsibly in our Running With Your Dog article, but we thought we’d go into more detail about how to choose the right equipment before you head off for a run with your pet pal.

It’s important to remember that not all dogs are cut out for high intensity exercise. This is especially true for short-nosed and short legged breeds like bulldogs or corgis. You also shouldn’t just take out more senior dogs out for a run or force more lethargic dogs to go from next to no exercise to trying to get them to keep up with you on a 5k.

It is strongly recommended that you check with your vet to see if your pet is up for the challenge before taking them out running.

Dog Running Leads

It’s a good idea to keep your dog on a lead when you go running. Even if you’re jogging in a quite area and are

Our small universal side bags for the official IDC® Powerharness range are light and easy to fit, allowing for compact storage for travel or long walks. They also double up as bum bag which you can attach your belt loops.

The Color & Gray Dog Seat Belt Adaptor keeps your dog away from the driver by securing into the seat belt clips on the back seat while also keeping your dog safe and secure.

How to use the seat belt adapter

The adapter was designed for use with IDC® Powerharness with Side Rings. It is recommended two seat belt adapters should be connected, one to each side ring of the Side Ring harness and clipped into the seat belts either side.

It can be attached in two easy steps:

• Attach the clip on the Color & Gray Dog Seat Belt Adaptor to the side ring on your IDC® Powerharnesses with Side Rings.
• Clip the universal buckle adaptor into your car’s seat belt.

WARNING: Do not attach the Seat Belt Adapter only to the Central Ring located at the top of IDC® Powerharnesses. This will not offer suitable security when coming to a fast stop. Side rings on the IDC® Powerharnesses with Side Rings should always be used

Our large saddle bags for the official IDC® Powerharness range are both lightweight and simple to fit, allowing for easy storage for travel or long walks. This step-by-step guide outlines how to attach the Large Saddle Bags for IDC® Powerharness for harnesses sized between Size 0 and 4 (M – 3XL).