“Strained Bonds: New Mom Takes Shocking Stand Against Family After Labor Day Betrayal”
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But after the sister failed to care for the dog “properly,” the new mom had some harsh words for her
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Ideally, dogs should only wear a harness outside
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The catalyst for the fight between sisters seems to be that the author didn’t take care of the puppy properly; she didn’t remove the dog’s harness after they got back home from a walk. As she noted in one comment, “There is nothing medically or safety-wise special about this harness, just that due to her being a smaller dog she can get uncomfortable being in it for long periods of time.”
Experts say that harnesses are only suited for outdoor wear. Many dog owners prefer them over collars because there’s less potential for injuries. Any collar that goes around a dog’s throat can damage the trachea, esophagus, and even the thyroid.
According to the outdoor gear for dogs specialist at Arctic Sammy, owners shouldn’t leave dogs with their harnesses on all the time. When a dog wears a harness 24/7, they might develop several skin issues: chafing, rubbing, sores, hair loss, and matted fur. Not to mention that the harness might get caught or stuck on something.
When a dog wears their harness indoors for prolonged periods of time, they may also start associating it with discomfort. If they wear the harness for long, they will inevitably start feeling discomfort and skin irritation, and this might undo the positive progress owners strive for during training.
Pet rescue advocate and pet chef Rocky Kanaka agrees that people shouldn’t leave harnesses on their dogs 24/7. “When you are at home and your dog is not in walk or work mode, it’s best to let them relax and be harness-free. Overuse of a harness can negate the positive association with the training you have done with the harness, and it can impede their physical safety and comfort at home.”
A woman in labor should hear words of encouragement and not worry about things not related to the birth
