by Carolyn Hellum
Owning a dog takes a lot of work and responsibility. One major step in dog ownership is the need to properly train your canine companion. Using a collar for dog training is paramount to a successfully trained dog. There are a few different types of collars available for dog training. Let’s take a look at just a couple of those training collars so you can get an idea of what you will need for your particular type of dog and the type of training it will need.
Some people use only a basic buckle collar for dog training purposes, as well as everyday use such as for walking the dog for bathroom breaks or exercise. Available in nylon or leather and also in styles for dogs with long coats, or short coats. If your dog is in need of more that minor redirection, a buckle collar will probably not work as well as a training collar.
A martingale collar is similar to a choke collar, think limited choke collar. It slips over the dogs head and has no fasteners. Once on the dog it can lay flat or have a leash attached to it. It will adjust to the size of the dogs throat when light pressure is applied, but will not continue to tighten, therefore not inflicting any pain on the dog, or endangering it in any way. This collar is good for flyball dog training, and as there is no excess rings to get caught on objects that could pose a danger to your dog.
Head collars come in a wide variety, and are often referred to as head halters. These fit on the dog’s head with the leash attachment under the dog’s muzzle. With a head collar you can gently guide the dog where you want him to go. These do feel funny on the dog’s face, and can take a little time to adjust to. People often mistake it for a muzzle, instead of a collar for dog training. There is a right and wrong way to use this type of collar; If you just pull the dog along each time you want him to go your way, he will have to come along – you have control of his head! But, if you truly want to train him, you must teach him that he can get control over the situation.
Electronic, prong and choke collars used for dog training, are best left to professional dog trainers, who know when it is an appropriate situation to properly use them. These can be cruel if misused, so choose wisely and educate yourself on your purchase if you decide to go with one of these styles.
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