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To Pinch Or Not To Pinch Collar? Pros, Cons & How To Use

 Is your pup a nightmare to walk on a leash? From excessive pulling to lunging at other dogs, some dogs need extra training to make walks go smoothly. A pinch collar can help train strong or aggressive dogs, but some criticize their use. Find out why they’re controversial and how to use one correctly. Pitbull sitting on pier in blue jacket with pinch collar and leash (Caption: Pinch Collars For Dogs) Figuring out the best way to train your pup can be challenging. However, some methods are more controversial than others. A pinch collar for dogs , also known as a prong collar, is one method for leash training that elicits a lot of opinions. No matter what you think about pinch collars, people commonly use them to help their pups overcome leash pulling and other issues.     What Is A Pinch Collar?     Pinch Collar vs Prong Collar     How Does A Pinch Collar Work?     Is It Safe?     Criticism Of The Pinch Collar     Back Up...

The Prong Collar, the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

 I know some people cringe at the sight of a prong collar , it looks barbaric and cruel. The prong collar training gets a lot of attention from pure positive or force free dog trainers . These trainers believe that the prong collar is cruel and should be banned. Are Prong Collars Cruel? But are prong collars cruel? The prong collar controversy is real! But we all need to know the truth about prong collars before passing judgment. You are most likely reading this because your dog pulls on the leash, is leash reactive or you can’t control your dog on leash, right? The fact is, the prong collar, when fitted properly, is designed to be the most humane way to train and to NOT harm your dog. Many people have never seen a prong or pinch collar properly used in dog training . I personally never used a prong collar before being introduced to it a couple of years ago. The prong collar, otherwise known as a pinch collar, has changed so many dog owners lives… just scroll down and read some...