Editing Pet harness (section)

== For physical restraint ==

The most common use of the pet harness is for physically restraining an animal. When used as such, the harness is worn in conjunction with a [[leash]]; one end of the leash has a metal clip that is attached to the ring on the harness, while the other end is typically a loop held by the human. 

While a [[collar (animal)|collar]] only encircles the neck, harnesses have loops that surround the thorax. This design allows for the distribution of force, which reduces pressure placed on the animal's trachea, and therefore, possesses a significantly lower risk of strangulation. Harnesses also possess a much lesser chance of said animal slipping out than possible if it wears a collar. As such, collars have largely been replaced by harnesses.

Pet clothing frequently sports a properly-placed buttonhole for the D-ring of the harness worn under the garment.

Some harnesses, such as those worn by [[Police dog|police dogs]], may have a handle so they can be restrained (or lifted) by hand more securely. Such harness (or vest) may bear identification and have [[Bulletproof vest|bulletproof]] padding.

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Cat harness and leash.jpg|Cat
Juliana pig wears harness.jpg|Small pig
Lapin nain 01.jpg|Rabbit
Juvenile White-bellied Caique - pet in a harness.JPG|Parrot
Capybara harness.jpg|[[Capybara]]
</gallery>