Harnesses for Kids

[nicole2003]

No, but we should stop using them for dogs cuz that just looks silly.

Totally off topic, but have you seen those doggie Bjorns (spelling?). We went to the dog show and saw more than a few people with these little dogs strapped to their back (and sometimes front). It was a little bizarre.

My husband and I starting thinking about what it would be like to strap our 65pound lab in one of those doggie bjorn's. That would be a pretty funny sight I think we will just stick with good old leashes (we coudn't fit either of our dogs in those strollers, either!).

Sorry to get off topic, thought I would try to lighten up the mood

 

[Millermom0606]

Totally off topic, but have you seen those doggie Bjorns (spelling?). We went to the dog show and saw more than a few people with these little dogs strapped to their back (and sometimes front). It was a little bizarre.

My husband and I starting thinking about what it would be like to strap our 65pound lab in one of those doggie bjorn's. That would be a pretty funny sight I think we will just stick with good old leashes (we coudn't fit either of our dogs in those strollers, either!).

Sorry to get off topic, thought I would try to lighten up the mood

hahaha thats like a friend of mine buying a 'doggie bag' for Rot puppy, like she was really going to be able to fit in it for very long.....

 

[bwilcox]

My DH is now 15, but when he was little I used the wrist harness, It worked for us.

I know it's just a typo, but I'm imagining you leading your Dear Husband around on a leash!

 

[kissthemouse]

I know it's just a typo, but I'm imagining you leading your Dear Husband around on a leash!

Man...I would never want to leash my husband...I try to hide from him every chance I get...but somehow...he always seems to find me...

 

[MattM]

Baby gates and pet gates are more similar to each other than are pet leashes and child harnesses (especially the cutesy monkey ones).

After hearing this, there simply is no need to continue...

 

[Mrs.Toad]

After hearing this, there simply is no need to continue...

Now look who's picking and choosing!

So now I'll ask you again, have you ever used a baby gate, and what is the difference between a baby gate and a pet gate?

If you really can't see that a pet/baby gate is much more analogous to child harnesses and pet leashes than is the neutering of pubescent children, then... you have rendered me speechless.

(and yes, I know I'm leaving myself wide open for pot-shots with those last 5 words. Bring 'em on -- I can always use a laugh!)

 

[BayouMickey]

Now look who's picking and choosing!

So now I'll ask you again, have you ever used a baby gate, and what is the difference between a baby gate and a pet gate?

If you really can't see that a pet/baby gate is much more analogous to child harnesses and pet leashes than is the neutering of pubescent children, then... you have rendered me speechless.

(and yes, I know I'm leaving myself wide open for pot-shots with those last 5 words. Bring 'em on -- I can always use a laugh!)

If only I could render my wife speechless...

 

[MattM]

Now look who's picking and choosing!

So now I'll ask you again, have you ever used a baby gate, and what is the difference between a baby gate and a pet gate?

If you really can't see that a pet/baby gate is much more analogous to child harnesses and pet leashes than is the neutering of pubescent children, then... you have rendered me speechless.

(and yes, I know I'm leaving myself wide open for pot-shots with those last 5 words. Bring 'em on -- I can always use a laugh!)

I would direct you to go back and read all my posts. Your questions have already been answered. Since you seem to be having issues with fully comprehending what you've read, again, there is no need to continue.

Take care.

 

[Mrs.Toad]

If only I could render my wife speechless...

I would direct you to go back and read all my posts. Your questions have already been answered. Since you seem to be having issues with fully comprehending what you've read, again, there is no need to continue.

Take care.

Aw shucks, I'm so sorry. Since my feeble little mind couldn't comprehend your previous answers, would you please be so kind as to point out to me where you answered the pet gate question?

And remember, "I'm not talking about pet gates, I'm talking about fully enclosed kennels", does not answer the question.

 

[lustergirl]

WOW!! This thread is still going on? I am impressed.

 

[freepixie]

WOW!! This thread is still going on? I am impressed.

I know, I thought for sure it would have been shut down by now!

 

[PIRATEGIRL007]

WOW!! This thread is still going on? I am impressed.

Me, too. I figured it was a gonner 10+ pages ago.

 

[Jakesmom1]

I know it's just a typo, but I'm imagining you leading your Dear Husband around on a leash!

I thought I had caught that typo before it posted ooppss

I wonder if he would let me do it though? Would be one way to keep him off those coasters

 

[connie1042]

The Monitor of this thread must be on vacation. I only read a few pages and then the last page. If you read the last page first, you would never even know what this thread was about. Yes we have used a Harness on our grandson when out in busy crowds. It has been a lifesaver. He says it is his back pack.

 

[squirrlygirl]

Before this thread gets closed, here's my daughter in her backpack yesterday; no problems with heat rash or being uncomfortable. We were in an enclosed area so the tail is tucked into the pocket.

 

[Raenstoirm]

I have a parental consulting business. I recommend all parents have a harness even if they never use them (just in case). However I NEVER recommend the stuffed animal ones. They are hot, get dirty and have to be removed when altering the child's position (like when getting back into the stroller or getting on ride.) The flat back ones are much more comfortable for the child and easier for the parent. They never have to take them off. Such as this on ebay

http://cgi.ebay.com/New-baby/toddle...,-rainbow_W0QQitemZ110329509714QQcmdZViewItem

 

[squirrlygirl]

DD would be miserable if I made her wear the harness all the time. She wouldn't like it as much if it weren't a stuffed animal, and wouldn't think it was special, which would lead to battles about wearing it. You might be able to see the dirt on the stuffed animal, but it's not extra dirt (and it's machine washable!) And like I said, she isn't hot in it, nor does it make her uncomfortable.
I'm certainly not saying that a plain harness isn't fine for some toddlers; I just think that to blanket recommend a certain style without considering the child's preferences or how often it will be used might be misleading.

 

[michygoomy]

I pulled out my suitcases tonight for my trip (3 days!) and found the harness I bought for my daughter a few years ago. She loves to play "doggie", so I put it on her and she ran around the house like a dog for a half hour (she's 4). It was hilarious and I thought of the disboards.

Use whatever works! Safety first. I didn't have much luck with at WDW, but used at our zoo once and I had a lot of positive comments from other parents and no negative and no dirty looks.

 

[bellarosemarie]

As I've stated I won't use one, I think they are embarassing to the child.
and while I didn't say it before...I think it makes you look like a lazy parent.
Fair statement or not, that's the appearance your giving out to me.

Yes we are one of those couples that have always pointed fingers at, laugh at, made rude comments at, ect, ect about the people who had chosen to use leashes on their children. Now that we have a 2 and half year old my thoughts and feelings have changed.
If I chose to use a leash on my child it is because I worry about the dangers around him, and as we all know this world is a very scary place. A two year old does not understand this and can not be reasoned with when he sees something that catches his attention.
Our son ( knock on wood) has not yet run away from us or has gone missing for just those few frantic minutes where you think the world has stopped. But we know it will come, so if we chose to use a leash so be it.
Would you use the term lazy to label the parents of the thousand or so children you go missing every year?

 

[luvmickey5374]

This is my opinion and mine alone...I have 2 daughters. At one point I had 4 children under the age of 5 as DH and I are foster parents. I never had to use a leash, nor would I have,: whether I was alone or with my husband because we taught them from babies how to behave when we are out in busy places. I am not trying to flame anyone but I feel that there is too much babying and not enough teaching in this world. I think you should either hold their hand, put them on your shoulders or in a stroller. If they are not capable of handling any of those things, maybe its not time yet for them to experience Disney. My DD's were 3 and 18 months the first time they went and there was never an issue, if I would've thought there could be an issue, I would've waited to take them. No offense, just a different take...whatever you do enjoy your trip.