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Why and How Gentle Leader WorksThe Gentle Leader Headcollar allows you to communicate with your dog in a way that he instinctively understands, translating your requests into "dog language", telling him that you are the leader.The nose loop encircles your dog's muzzle in the same way that a "pack leader" gently but firmly grasps a subordinate's muzzle in his mouth. This is a clear signal to your dog that you are his leader.The neck strap puts pressure on the back of the neck, working with your dog's "opposition reflex" (the natural instinct of dogs to push against pressure, rather than move away). Traditional collars put pressure on the front of the throat, causing dogs to keep pulling even while choking. Gentle Leader's patented design places 80% of the pressure at the back of the neck, taking advantage of the opposition reflex. Your dog will instinctively lean back against the pressure, putting an end to leash pulling forever.Where the nose goes, the body follows. That's why halters are used on horses, it takes very little strength to control a large animal by the head versus the neck. If your dog tries to pull ahead, simply hold the leash firmly and his nose and head turn back to look at you, making it virtually impossible for him to drag you down the street.Dogs feel more secure when they have a firm, gentle leader (that's you). Many experts and owners report the amazing calming effect that Gentle Leader has in helping shy, nervous, or fearful dogs to relax and gain greater confidence.

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