Is a one inch wide leash okay for a Maltese puppy? This will be my first time owning a small dog and I just ordered a one inch leash for him but I'm wondering if the latch on it would be too big and heavy?
By the way I'll be using it with a harness not a collar.
2006-12-20 06:32:18 · 6 answers · asked by Chihiro00 5 in Pets ➔ Dogs
You've got the harness part right, they're much better for small dogs.
1 inch *could* work, but I think I would go smaller. 1/2 inch is what I have for my small dog, and that seems to work pretty well.
2006-12-20 06:35:38 · answer #1 · answered by Emmy 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You should take him to the pet store and try everything on him there. Then you have many selections and a sales person that can help you and answer your questions.
Get him used to the pet store. He will know where you are going when you head in that direction. I have two Maltese and they love the pet stores. They walk up and down the aisles and mix with the other dogs. It is a fun thing to do with your dog.
2006-12-20 06:45:51 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The latches on leashes that size are typically fairly heavy. I'd return that one and get a smaller leash. Especially if you're getting it as puppy. That latch might weigh as much as your dog!
2006-12-20 06:35:59 · answer #3 · answered by CRF 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
That is pretty big for a small dog. You do not need a harness, just use a collar.
2006-12-20 19:21:19 · answer #4 · answered by Shepherdgirl § 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is perfectly fine.
2006-12-20 07:21:18 · answer #5 · answered by Veneta T 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i'd get a smaller one.
2006-12-20 06:40:11 · answer #6 · answered by theoutcrop 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋