prong collar

Every dog needs a collar , chiefly because they need something on which to hang their leash, license, ID and rabies vaccination tag. There are so many styles of collar out there that it's easy to get one that reflects your dog's (or your) personality—but collars serve purposes beyond identification and decoration and not all kinds of collars are appropriate for all, or even any, dogs. Regular collars Flat collar This is the standard collar for dogs . It has a buckle or plastic snap ("quick-release") closure and a ring for attaching identification tags and leash and is available in many colors and designs. A flat collar should fit comfortably on your dog's neck; it should not be so tight as to choke your dog nor so loose that they can slip out of it. The rule of thumb says you should be able to get two fingers underneath the collar. Martingale collar The martingale collar is also known as a limited-slip collar. This collar is designed for dogs with narrow hea...

 At one of the dog training classes I took my first dog to, there was an elderly woman who had adopted a massive, very hyper German Shepherd. Often the trainer would have to work with this dog because the owner wasn’t strong enough to hold onto or control her. All I could imagine was this woman being injured (completely unintentionally) by her pup while trying to take a walk. Now, it may look a little scary, but when used properly, a prong collar is a safe and effective training tool for certain kinds of dogs. They can help dog owners walk hard-to-handle dogs and can even keep previously unmanageable dogs out of shelters. Yay! If other kinds of collars and training techniques just aren’t working for you, you may want to try using a prong collar with your dog. It is always best to do this with a help of a knowledgeable dog trainer. How Should You Place a Prong Collar on a Dog? It is vital to ensure that the dog prong collar is placed correctly so that it is helpful and safe....

 In January 2017, the City of Toronto enacted an Ban on choke and prong collars . Many individuals including myself sent out letters of opposition regarding this ban. The following is a copy of the second letter I sent to all the Toronto City Councillors, as well as the Mayor: Dear _________, I recently sent you a letter on behalf of the International Association of Canine Professionals regarding the recent amendment to City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 349 of Item LS15.1 regarding dangerous dogs. Specifically, pertaining to the addition of section § 349-8.1 which prohibits the use of choke chains , choke collars, pronged collars or any similar devices at any time. Although I did not receive a reply regarding our concerns, several of my associates, who are Toronto citizens, did receive replies and forwarded them to me.  I would like to offer responses to some of the comments in your replies in an effort to help provide additional information and context to this importan...

 Like many, I learned about balanced dog training and the use of aversive tools like the prong collar and e-collar after exhausting the use of positive reinforcement only training with a challenging dog . Prior to using them, I misunderstood how the tools work, due to widespread misinformation about their usage. After talking with many friends, professional trainers, and watching many videos, I decided to give it a try with my dog. It was a night and day difference. After a one-hour training session, I went from dreading walking her to enjoyable, calm walks. When used correctly, the prong collar is a fantastic tool that helps bridge the communication between a dog and their handler. Remember, dogs don’t speak English and we don’t speak dog. Think of the prong collar as the translator. The prong collar comes with a lot of pushback from animal rights groups due to the way it looks and the misinformation spread about the tool. This article explains how the prong collar works and ho...

 When people get a new dog, they know they need a leash and collar . But first-time dog owners never start with a prong collar. This is because the subject of a prong collar only comes up if a behavioral problem develops. Then, a friend or local dog trainer tells them they need a prong. That's when they do a little research and find this article. On the right dog , prong collars are a great training tool . I describe them as putting power steering on your leash. They allow small people to control large dogs . They produce behavior changes at a correct level that is often 90% less effort than what is required on a flat collar. The first impression people have when they see a prong collar is “It looks like some kind of a torture tool.” Like every single dog training tool , they can be abused. But that's not a good enough reason to not use it in your training protocol. A slip collar or even a flat collar can also be abused as well. But when prong collars are used correctly, th...

 Prong collars are painful and unethical training collars . Owners use this on their dogs in an attempt to stop them from pulling on the lead. They can cause serious harm to dogs and are an ineffective training method. Prong collars can be perceived to be a quick fix to help control dogs . They're often marketed by sellers as safe and quite gentle. Sadly, this isn't the case. Shock collars are similar but use an electric shock instead of prongs. What are prong collars and are they cruel? Prong collars are designed to cause pain or discomfort to the animal to reduce or stop them from pulling on their lead. They're based on the principle of applying something painful or frightening to stop unwanted behaviour. When a dog pulls on the lead, the metal prongs of the collar close and prong the sensitive skin around the neck. The prongs cause pain as well as potential injury and infection from puncture wounds and nerve damage. Research has shown that aversive training techniqu...

  Herm Sprenger Chrome Prong Collar World renowned as the professionals choice , the HERM SPRENGER line of German Steel ROUNDED TIP martingale design collars . This collar produces an even pressured safe pinch for the most effective corrective dog training collar available. These affordable collars are polished chrome plated steel. These prong collars should not be used as a permanent collar. Used to help control a stubborn or unruly dog, but will not harm the dog if used properly. The prongs are blunt on the end and go inwards towards the neck of the dog . The collars will tighten under pressure and will release pressure instantly. The collar should be worn snug on the neck it should be fit just under the jaw right behind the ears. Dogs should never be left alone or tethered wearing training collars. When properly fitted and used correctly prong collars are very effective and safe training tools. Sizing: When measuring your dog, measure around the neck behind the ears. Opti...