Dog Training Collar
Do you have dog barking control problems? Does your dog jump on visitors? Does he pull very hard on the leash? If you have answered yes to any of the above, you may want to look at a dog training collar for collar training your dog.
A dog training collar should be purchased only to train, not as a tool to manipulate your dog during his walk. You should not be using a training collar if all you want to do is reign in your dog while walking (by pull controlling your dog).
There are many dog training collars available to choose from depending on your training need. Certain breeds need collars of a special nature. You should read this article to so that you can choose the correct kind of dog training collar for your dog.
Here is a list of the kind of collars available:
No Bark Collars:
There are two types of such collars - citronella spray and sound based.
- The citronella collar sprays the liquid whenever your dog barks which in turn stops him from barking.
- The sound based collar releases an ultra sonic sound each time that your dog barks, thus repressing the urge to bark.
Shock Collars:
This type of dog training collar releases an electrical impulse that acts as a shock. The collar is accompanied by a remote to be controlled by the dog owner. This is used to stop your dog from jumping on others or then chewing on furniture etc. As you press the remote, your dog will desist from the activity that you are trying to curb. This kind of collar training sounds mean however is not painful and allows correction in a controlled manner.
Barrier Collars:
This type of dog training collar is used for training your dog to remain within an area. A wire is embedded below ground level around the confinement area (for example your backyard). The collar will warn your dog on approaching the barrier with a beep and will shock him in case he goes further. The shock is mild and hopefully your dog will not go beyond his restricted area again.
Buckle Collars:
This is a regular adjustable collar available in flat and rolled options. Rolled collars are considered better as they avoid hair breakage. Buckle collars are available in nylon and leather.
Quick Release Collars:
These are flat nylon buckle collars with plastic fasteners that can be opened up quickly. Quick Release Collars can be used where fast removal of the collar is required.
Break-away Collars:
A quick release collar that allows your dog to pull free if required. The collar will not release in case attached to a leash. This kind of collar stops a dog from choking or strangling on a caught collar.
Slip Collars:
These are also known as choke collars. They could be made of nylon, cotton or leather and have rings fitted at both ends. The collar is looped through one of the rings and is adjustable through pulling and pushing of the collar itself.
Choke Chains:
These collars are metal chains and should be used with utmost care as they are likely to result in injury in case not used correctly. Advised for usage by professional trainers only.
Prong Collars:
These collars are safer to use than choke chains as they do not cause body injury. Should not be used on puppies and handled with care.
Head Halters:
These are meant for pulling dogs. Fitting under your dogs eyes these are uncomfortable to most dogs. These are good for side walk training.
Harnesses:
This is used by sledge and carting dogs for pulling. A harness allows a dog to pull heavy objects.
I hope you would have found this article informative and that you would be able to make an educated choice when selecting a dog training collar. These collars correct behaviors and should be selected looking into the severity of the problem to be cured. The citronella collar should cost you under $100 and about $300 for barrier collars. A regular shock collar should cost $150. While selecting a dog training collar, make sure it fits well and allows about an inch of space between the collar and the dogs neck.