Training a Puppy? Vet-Designed Gear You Actually Need 2025 🐶🎽

By Dr. Duncan Houston BVSc

Bringing home a puppy is exciting—but it’s also a critical time for training, bonding, and building habits that will shape your dog’s entire life. The gear you choose now matters more than you think.

I’m Dr. Duncan Houston, veterinarian and founder of Woopf. After working with thousands of puppies—and raising my own—I built a gear system that supports training safely, gently, and effectively. Whether you’re working on leash walking, potty training, or recall, these tools make life easier for both of you.

🎽 The Best Puppy Harness for Training: Explorer Harness 

• ✅ Four points of adjustment = fits growing bodies snugly and safely
  
• ✅ Padded Y-front design supports natural movement 
• ✅ Front and back leash clips = flexible training options 
• ✅ Built-in handle helps you guide and redirect without fear or force

Why this matters: Step-in or loose harnesses often rub, restrict, or rotate. A poorly fitting harness can cause fear or even injury in a young pup. The Explorer is built for early confidence and comfort.

🔗 Control Without Correction: Woopf Bungee Lead 

• ✅ Shock-absorbing section protects growing joints from sudden stops
  
• ✅ Helps you teach leash manners without yanking or harsh correction
  
• ✅ Built-in traffic handle gives calm control around distractions

Puppies lunge, spin, and dart—it’s normal. This lead prevents injury to both of you while supporting early leash training.

🎁 Always Have Treats Handy: Dual Pocket Dispenser

• 🎁 Front pocket = training treats ready for instant reward
  
• 💩 Back zipper pocket = poop bag dispenser
  
• ✅ Clips to leash or belt so your hands stay free for guidance

Positive reinforcement only works if you can deliver rewards immediately. This keeps you organized and ready without the mess.

🧼 For the Messes (They’re Coming):

• Compostable Poop Bags – Plant-based and leak-proof
  
• Recycled Poop Bags – Durable and eco-conscious

Puppies mean poop—often. Strong bags keep it clean (for you) and safe (for the planet).

🎓 What Training Skills You’ll Be Working On

• 🎯 Loose-leash walking
  
• 🎯 Redirecting pulling or reactivating
  
• 🎯 Focus on you during distractions
  
• 🎯 Sit, wait, and calm greetings on walks

📏 How to Fit Gear for a Growing Puppy

• 📏 Check harness fit every 7–10 days for the first few months
  
• 📐 Use the two-finger rule at the neck and chest
  
• ⚖️ If in between sizes, size up—but adjust snugly

The Explorer Harness adjusts in 4 locations, so it can grow with your pup during the most critical months of development.

📊 Vet Comparison Table – What Makes Woopf Gear Puppy-Safe

💬 What Puppy Owners Say

“Our trainer recommended Woopf, and now I recommend it to everyone. The Explorer Harness fit our cavoodle perfectly from 10 weeks on.” – Sarah B.

“The bungee lead helped us teach leash manners without hurting his little legs. Total game changer.” – Liam & Miso

🎁 Complete Puppy Training Kit 

• Explorer Harness 
• Bungee Lead 
• Dual Pocket Dispenser
  
• Poop Bags

Final Thoughts

Training starts with the right habits—and the right habits start with the right gear. Give your puppy a calm, confident foundation with vet-designed Woopf products that are built for growth, safety, and success.