dog walking tips

5 reasons velvet is the only harness you need this winter

1. Velvet Keeps Your Dog Cosy on Cold Days

Velvet’s dense, plush texture offers natural warmth — ideal for chilly walks. Unlike basic nylon harnesses, our velvet harnesses feel gentle against your dog’s fur and provide a little extra insulation during colder months.

Tip: Pair with a cosy cable knit jumper for an extra layer of warmth during frosty morning strolls.

2. Soft on Fur, Gentle on Skin

Cold weather can make dogs’ skin more sensitive. Our soft velvet harness design helps prevent rubbing and irritation — especially for larger breeds that need secure yet comfortable support. The smooth lining and adjustable fit make it perfect for long walks, even on crisp winter days. Adjustable at both the neck and body, and available in 5 sizes – XXS to L – every dog can find the perfect fitting velvet harness!

3. Luxurious Look for a Stylish Winter Outfits

Velvet isn’t just practical — it’s beautiful. The subtle sheen and rich texture give your dog’s look an elegant, high-end finish. Your dog deserves to look as good as they feel, and our pink velvet harness is made to stand out on grey winter walks (and in every photo!).

4. Pairs Perfectly with Winter Layers

Thicker coats and jumpers are common in colder weather — but not all harnesses fit comfortably over them. Our adjustable velvet harnesses are designed to layer easily without restricting movement or comfort, so your dog can stay snug and stylish all season long. Just adjust the body easily and safely.

red poodle wearing a rose pink velvet harness and mint green dog jumper sits on a bench

5. Built for Comfort and Control

Even in icy or muddy conditions, your dog’s harness should give you confidence and control. The BEW Dogs velvet harness combines strong, durable hardware with a soft feel — meaning it’s both functional and fashionable. Because comfort shouldn’t come at the cost of safety.

an italian greyhound on an adventure walk in the woods. he has stopped to rest of a tree stump and is wearing a stunning deep blue velvet harness from bew dogs.

Conclusion: Whether it’s a frosty park walk or a winter café date, a velvet harness keeps your dog cosy, comfortable, and effortlessly stylish. Explore the Pink Velvet Harness Collection & Midnight Blue Velvet Harness Collection from Bew Dogs, and give your dog the comfort and elegance they deserve this winter.

A photo of a man's body, holding an orange lead attached to a small orange dog. They are walking without pulling in front of a brick wall.

Walking without pulling can feel really difficult to achieve at times – most dog owners will know what its like to experience their dog pulling on a lead at one time or another. When our pooches are excited to meet their doggy friends at the local park, or sense they’re going on a special adventure, they can be very eager to get to their destination or be freed from a leash to let off some steam.

However, lead pulling is not enjoyable for anyone involved and if not fixed, it can get worse over time. Luckily there are lots of simple things you can do to quickly establish walking without pulling – and most dogs will respond to training quite quickly, if it is done consistently.

Walking without pulling top tips

Try the following tips to help encourage your dog to walk nicely whilst on the lead:

Start with proper lead training and use a well-fitted collar or harness. Of course, we’re biased but if you are looking for a good lead, collar or harness then you should check out our collection. We have a handy size guide to help you find the right ones, and all our collars and harnesses are adjustable, so that you can ensure it fits your pooch properly. The right accessories will help achieve walking without pulling.
Try to teach your dog some basic obedience commands such as “heel” “wait” or “come” at home. General obedience training can reap rewards in other behaviour areas.
Start by walking in a quiet area where there are fewer distractions… if you pooch can already see all his friends having fun ahead of him, this might encourage them to pull and will likely end in a disappointing training session. Equally, if you have more than one dog, you might want to try having short training walks individually.
Reward your dog with high quality treats whenever they stay close to you, remain calm and are walking without pulling. The more you reward positive behaviour, the more you will see it happening. Magic!
Always use positive reinforcement instead of punishment or negative reinforcement… it’s the language our beloved pets understand.
Try to change directions frequently and use a short lead to keep your dog close to your side for walking without pulling. Our rope leads are 150cm long, to give dogs freedom when appropriate, but they can also be doubled up to make a shorter leash, using the handy loop and clip system. The doubled up shorter lead is perfect for busy city walks and lead training. Our brand new Blue rope leads come in both 150cm and 120cm, to give owners more choice. Changing directions often means your dog will have to keep changing their direction too and this encourages them to follow you instead of pulling ahead.
Be consistent with your training and patient with your dog… regular, short sessions are key. Just five to ten minutes a day is more than enough for focused training. In no time at all your dog will be walking without pulling.
Whilst many owners love harnesses – we do too – they can sometimes encourage a dog to use its full bodyweight to pull the lead. If your dog’s pulling is getting particularly strong or difficult to manage, it may actually be better to try a collar, while you help to train them to walk nicely with you. So, do consider if your dog is better suited to a harness or collar for training.
If your own training isn’t working, you can also seek professional help from a dog trainer or a behaviourist.

We hope these tips help… how did it go? Do you have any additional tips or advice that we can share? Let us know at: [email protected] or over on our Facebook or Instagram pages.

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