Dog owners who use a harness on their pets without an identity tag while on walks could be breaking a law that comes with a hefty £5,000 fine.The reason for this is that pooches are required to have name tags that clearly identify the owner's name and address in case the pet goes missing, reports TeamDogs.Sometimes wearing a harness instead of a collar means the pets don't always have tags.But for many breeds, having a collar could do more harm than good.
For smaller breeds like Yorkshire terriers, using a collar and lead can press on their windpipes, which would make the pups uncomfortable and may cause health problems.To avoid this, owners opt for using a harness.
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