I have to walk with pushchair, 3yr old, CollieX and Bassett hound in tow and i admit its not an easy task when on my own when i can consentrate on the dogs behaviour and have hands empty to have treats i'll go without a halti but i have to say with all in tow both dogs are trained to walk with a halti just because i have more control even with my hands full. I also found attaching a spare lead to the collar and giving to my 3 year old a great way to make him think he's helping me walk one of them and knowing that he is close by to me and safe at the same time.