Abstract: A control or guide device for an animal comprising a collar or harness that releasably extends about the neck of the animal, a device for fixing a prescribed position of rotation of the collar relative to the animal, and a connecting mechanism disposed on the collar and provided with a connection stub that extends upwardly when the collar is on the animal. The connection stub is connected to the collar such that it cannot kink. On an end remote from the collar, the connection stub is provided with a coupling, such as a ring or a snap-in device, for receiving a flexible and slack connecting element such as a leash or chain.