The Gentle Leader

Read this article from the December 26, 2002 StarTribune!

Just what is that puppy wearing?  Is it a muzzle?

No, it's not a muzzle.  It's called a Gentle Leader and it is a training aid for dogs of all kinds.

The Gentle Leader is based on the same principles used in horse training.  You can't get a horse to do much with a rope tied around its neck!  But tie one around its snout and you can lead it anywhere.  Unlike a conventional collar, the Gentle Leader does not place force on the dog's throat which can cause serious damage in a dog that pulls and pulls on a leash.  Our foster families use Gentle Leaders to prevent pulling during walks and to help introduce a dog to his new home.

Most dogs adjust quickly to a Gentle Leader, though they may try to remove it.  Our foster families have had many positive experiences using Gentle Leaders with their foster dogs.

To find out more about Gentle Leaders, please visit Premier Pet Products, LLC at www.premier.com