Petsafe Easy Walk Manual

How it Works

The Easy Walk Harness is designed to gently discourage your dog from pulling while walking on a lead. It's so simple – easy to fit, and easy to use. There is very little acclimation time or special technique required.
Unlike traditional harnesses, the Easy Walk Harness never causes coughing, gagging, or choking because the chest strap rests low across the breastbone, not on the delicate tracheal area.
Traditional harnesses actually encourage dogs to pull harder because of the "opposition reflex." That's the reflex that causes sled dogs to pull against pressure and do what they do. The Easy Walk Harness' unique front-chest lead attachment stops pulling by steering your dog to the side and redirecting his attention towards you. And, its patent-pending martingale loop provides extra leverage for easy, relaxed control and prevents the harness from twisting and gapping.

Identifying the Parts

Size Chart

Features

• The Easy Walk Harness has a quick-snap buckle on both the shoulder and belly strap to make it easier to get the harness on and off your dog.
• The soft-but-strong nylon and four adjustment points provide maximum comfort and a reliable fit.
• The complementary color of the belly strap makes it easier to identify each strap, while keeping the overall look pleasantly color-coordinated. You can quickly see which strap goes over the shoulders, and which goes under the belly.
• A 1.8 m nylon lead is included.

Fitting the Product

1. Fit the Shoulder Strap
   1. Open the quick snap buckle on the belly strap.
   2. Place the shoulder strap over the dog's head with the chest strap resting on the dog's chest (1A).
      
   3. Adjust the shoulder strap so that the connector ring sits above and behind the dog's shoulder (1B).
      
2. Fit the Belly Strap
   1. Tighten the shoulder strap to a comfortably snug fit, allowing for just a finger's width underneath. The snug fit is required because the girth creates the "foundation" that keeps the harness in place (2A).
      
   2. When the girth (shoulder and belly straps combined) is fitted correctly, it should resemble a vertical line.
3. Fit the Chest Strap
   1. After you have the girth properly secured, begin to fit the chest strap. Gently press fingers on lower front of dog's chest to locate the breastbone (3A).
      
   2. Adjust each portion of the chest strap equally to keep the D-ring centered (3B).
      
   3. When adjusted correctly, the chest strap will be horizontal, resting over the dog's breastbone. It should sit nearly parallel to the ground and should not "hang down" or gap (3C).
      
   4. Attach the 1.8 nylon lead to the D-ring on the chest strap (3D).
      

Tip
You may need to remove the harness during fitting to make these adjustments. Also, dogs may "tense up" during fitting, so check the fit again after the dog has walked in the harness for a few minutes.

Using the Product

The Easy Walk Harness is designed to gently discourage your dog from pulling while walking on a lead.
If your dog forges ahead of you, gently pull the lead to the side to turn the dog toward you. As he stops pulling, be sure to release the tension on the lead. Use praise and reward your dog with treats and/or petting.
To slow your dog when he is pulling ahead, apply gentle pressure to the lead, pulling gently towards one side of the dog. Release the pressure on the lead when the dog is walking nicely next to you.

Tip
Like all collars, leads, and harnesses, the Easy Walk Harness is a tool designed to help you train your dog to walk politely. We recommend finding a qualified trainer who can help you work with your dog in a positive way.

General Tips

• The Easy Walk Harness was created for making walks with your dog enjoyable and pull-free. If you choose to run or jog with your dog, make sure to double-check the fit prior to each use. This will help minimize the risk of chafing.
• Check the fit regularly, especially on growing dogs.
• Examine the harness for signs of chewing, fraying, or damage. Do not leave the harness on your dog unattended.
• We do not recommend using the Easy Walk Harness with a retractable lead. With a retractable lead, the dog is "rewarded" with additional lead when he pulls ahead. The goal is for the dog to learn to NOT pull ahead. In addition, a retractable lead will always apply a slight constant pressure, teaching your dog it is okay to continue pulling.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Explanation of Attention Words and Symbols used in this guide
	This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
	WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
	CAUTION, used without the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in harm to your pet.

Not for use with aggressive pets. Do not use this product if your dog is aggressive, or if your dog is prone to aggressive behaviour. Aggressive dogs can cause severe injury and even death to their owner and others. If you are unsure whether this product is appropriate for your dog, please consult your veterinarian or a certified trainer.

• If you choose to run or jog with your dog, please be mindful of the possibility of chafing and discontinue use at the first sign of discomfort.
• Do not leave the harness on your dog unattended. Please be sure to supervise your dog while he wears the harness and store it safely away when not in use.

Warranty

Claims Procedure
Any claim made under this Warranty should be made directly to Radio Systems Australia Pty Ltd Customer Care Centre at:
Radio Systems Australia Pty Ltd
PO Box 765, Mudgeeraba QLD 4213
Australia Residents: 1800 786 608
New Zealand Residents: 0800 543 054
Email: info@petsafeaustralia.com.au

Should you have any queries or require any further information, please contact our Customer Care Centre on 1800 786 608 (Australia) or 0800 543 054 (New Zealand).

If you have any questions about our products or training your pet, please visit our website at www.petsafe.net or contact our Customer Care Centre. For a listing of Customer Care Centre telephone numbers, visit our website at www.petsafe.net.

To get the most protection out of your warranty, please register your product within 30 days at www.petsafe.net. By registering and keeping your receipt, you will enjoy the product's full warranty and should you ever need to call the Customer Care Centre, we will be able to help you faster.

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Documents / Resources

References

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