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Location: in a pile of nappies
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Location: West Sussex UK
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06-02-2011, 05:05 PM
Originally Posted by rune 
It says a lot for our society that we even have to ask if it is right to use such appalling things on animals who trust us and look to us for protection.
They stink!
rune
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Location: The Badlands
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06-02-2011, 05:20 PM
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Location: Derbyshire, UK
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06-02-2011, 05:27 PM
Originally Posted by akitagirl
No!
If a person feels the need to use them because they aren't able to train the dog and are physically unable to hold the dog in certain situations then the dog should be rehomed. They have failed the dog.
Edited, saw a cm episode where a lady used one because she had a large breed and a dodgy arm. So the dog should suffer so she doesn't?! Discusting.
Originally Posted by Tupacs2legs
....if people cant handle big dogs without these contraptions they shouldnt have them (the dogs)... that includes police dogs imo
Originally Posted by Krusewalker
the failed bit would be the rehoming
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Location: Berkshire U.K
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06-02-2011, 05:57 PM
I've never had an owner turn up to a class with one...sad to say I've had loads turn up with ill fitting headcollar type contraptions....yanking their Dogs by the nose.
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06-02-2011, 05:59 PM
Originally Posted by *Lorraine*
In my view they should only be used in extreme circumstances, by experienced handlers.
I've never had an owner turn up to a class with one...sad to say I've had loads turn up with ill fitting headcollar type contraptions....yanking their Dogs by the nose.
