All dog collars are the same … right? The answer is absolutely no! ”
Let me introduce you to each type of necklace and the purpose of each and the dangers of some.
1) Flat collar for everyday dogs
You can express your style with a flat dog collar available in every color and pattern imaginable. There are 2 differences in the closures. One type is the quick release, which has become very popular and they make good necklaces. However, you should be aware that quick release dog collars are not as durable and can come loose allowing your dog to run away. The second type, of course, leaves the standard buckle. The buckle may not be as easy to remove, but it is much more durable and will not open if the dog pulls on the leash.
If you have a bigger or stronger dog, I recommend that you use the buckle type. And a collar should be left on the dog at all times with the contact information and the rabies tag. If they run away, give it to the person who took responsibility for returning your dog to you quickly and easily. Do not wear the collar too tight and make sure you can put 2 fingers between the dog and the collar. And check the collar frequently when they are puppies to make sure they haven’t slipped off the collar and slowly strangled themselves.
2) Martingale dog collars
Martingale collars, also known as limited slip collars or greyhound collars, are used to prevent dogs from slipping out of their collars during a leash walk. The Cuban Dog Collar is tightened with a gentle pull on the strap with a latch to prevent it from closing completely around the dog’s neck, which can cause injury to the respiratory tract or neck. They are typically made of nylon or similar material in a variety of colors and patterns to suit each dog’s personality.
3) Dog harnesses
Why a harness? Well, there are several reasons for harnesses. The harness is designed to hold the dog across the chest, abdomen, and back, where he will find one or two loops to hold the leash. Dogs with respiratory problems, that is, Pomeranians tend to have problems with a collapsed windpipe, they should wear the harness over a collar. And with the nifty new dog products, we can now travel with our dogs in the car / RV / Boats and have them carefully restrained. For larger dogs the harness is sturdy and sometimes padded with sheepskin for comfort and the car seat belt is simply attached to the harness. For smaller dogs, we have the automatic booster seats that are wonderful for traveling with dogs. Booster seats are held securely in place with the car seat belt. When you place your harnessed dog in the booster seat, there is a short cable attached to the back of the booster seat to attach it to its harness. So in the event of a sudden stop or even an accident, the dogs do not fly into the car, end up on the ground, or get injured from being held by a collar around the neck. This gives you great peace of mind and helps you control your dogs while driving.
* Remember never put a dog in the front seat with Airbags. The force is too much for a baby and most of our dogs are even smaller than babies and can cause serious injury, even death.
Harnesses should also be used when dogs are restrained in a stroller or pet cage. If your puppy jumps, the risk of injury is high while he is in a collar. But in a harness they are supported in various areas of the body and if the dog were to jump, he would just hang up without hurting himself until he was put back in his carrier / stroller.
4) Rolled dog collars
Rolled dog collars are usually made of leather. The collar is thin and works well on dogs with a lot of fur, as the collar does not separate the hair or flatten it. The rolled necklaces also have the most secure buckle closure and attach your contact information and rage tag. If the dog leaves the yard and the dog hunter picks it up, he will use the contact information and / or the information on the tag to inform you that he has his precious dog.
5) Head dog collars
Head collars or halters resemble muzzles, except that their purpose is very different. Head collars are like a dog harness for the dog’s head. Help train a dog to walk on a leash correctly, without pulling. If the dog pulls, the halter turns his head, which he does not like, which deters the dog from pulling. Dogs associate very quickly and this is a valuable tool for teaching dogs to walk on a leash with