We started Gentle Creatures in 2019 after adopting our first rescue dog from Muddy Paws Rescue in New York. Back then, she loved to pull on walks, and we bought a few different types of harnesses to encourage better walking. But most training harnesses have a loose fit, and she escaped several times. Thankfully, she had no interest in running away, but oh my dog it gave us a good scare! Naturally, we searched for solutions, and were surprised at how difficult it was to find a solid safety clip—and so, the Collar Companion was born.