PHOEPET vs iYoShop vs Hi Kiss: which gear fits the walk you want?

Your shoulder aches, the squirrel is winning, and you are not sure whether you need a harness, a belt or a longer line. They are three different fixes.

Quick verdict: pulling on the neighborhood walk, PHOEPET. Running or hiking, iYoShop. Recall practice in a field, Hi Kiss.

Head to head, by walk

The dog who leans into the leash: PHOEPET

A no-pull harness with a front ring and a back ring. Clip the front when he pulls, the back for a calm stroll. The reflective strips catch headlights on dusk walks, and the quick-release buckles go on while he spins at the door.

You want to run or hike: iYoShop

A waist-belt leash with a bungee section, so a sudden lunge hits the belt, not your shoulder. Your arms swing free and the two padded handles let you grab him close in a second. It is for a dog who walks beside you, not a strong puller.

He needs room to practice coming back: Hi Kiss

A long line in lengths from 15 to 50 feet. He roams, you keep hold of the line, and every recall gets practice. It is not an everyday leash.

iYoShop vs Hi Kiss

Both are leashes, but they do opposite jobs. iYoShop keeps him close while your hands are free. Hi Kiss gives him distance while you work on recall. Running with him next to you: iYoShop. Standing in a field calling him back: Hi Kiss.

Pulls: PHOEPET. Runs beside you: iYoShop. Learns recall: Hi Kiss.

The three, one by one

PHOEPET Reflective Dog Harness

• Best for: moderate pullers, evening walks and dogs learning leash manners.
• What you get: front and back D-rings, reflective strips and quick-release buckles.
• The catch: the first fit takes time. Check the size chart, then adjust every strap.

Details on the PHOEPET pick page.

iYoShop Hands-Free Dog Leash

iYoShop Hands-Free Dog Leash

Best for: Running with dogs

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• Best for: running and hiking with your hands free.
• What you get: a waist belt, a bungee section, two padded handles and reflective stitching.
• The catch: not for a strong puller. Start with a few easy walks while he learns the belt.

Details on the iYoShop pick page.

Hi Kiss Long Line Training Leash

• Best for: recall practice at the beach, the park or an open field.
• What you get: a 15 to 50 foot biothane line you can rinse off, with a swivel clip.
• The catch: it snags in brush, so pick open ground and coil the extra line in your hand.

Details on the Hi Kiss pick page.

Also great

Hi Kiss Long Line Training

Best for: Recall training

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Which one to get

• Get the Hi Kiss if you are training him to come when called.
• Strong puller? Skip the belt and start with leash training.

Pulling is the real problem? Read leash training, step by step, compare no-pull harnesses, or see every pick on the harnesses and walking hub.