Dog training collars can be really helpful for many dog owners.
There are various different styles to choose from and they are
all there to help you to control your dog.
The Main Features of a Dog Training Collar
As mentioned, each different dog-training collar is different
from the next. There are some that are designed to fit around
the dog's noses, which control the direction of the dog. They
are generally attached to the lead and every time the dog is
pulling or you need to reprimand the dog for something, a
quick, sharp yet gentle tug on the lead will turn your dogs
head towards you, shocking them into doing what you want them
to do. An example of this includes:
• The Canny Collar - A really good collar that has a 'pressure
and release' system. It comes in seven different sizes so it
will fit all breeds of dog snugly.
Others are less humane and a lot of critics say they are cruel.
These include electric shock collars. Electric shock collars do
exactly as they are called - they give the dog an electric
shock whenever they do something wrong. Obviously this is
really cruel and as safe as most companies say they are, they
should never be used over other types of dog training collars.
Unfortunately, there are a lot of collars like these on the
market including:
• Petsafe Yard and Park Trainer - The collar comes with a
handheld device for the owner. When your dog is wearing the
collar, all you have to do is push the button on the handheld
device and it will send a shock to your dog up to 400 yards
away.
Again, electronic collars really should not be used at all and
they can be extremely cruel!
There are also collars that are fitted with devices that aim to
stop them barking. These include the:
• Static anti-bark collar - This collar has a built in on/off
system that you can control. It also has a built in system
which detects the vibrations within the dogs bark and it can
determine whether the dog is barking or whether it has suffered
a knock or a scratch.
The Cost and the Techniques Involved
If you choose a collar that is similar to the Canny Collar, you
can expect to pay up to $30. However, for the electronic collars
you can end up paying around $280! It all depends upon the size
of your dog, what you want the collar for and how far you want
the device to be able to reach.
The best way to use a collar is only when the dog is doing
something you do not want them to do. They shouldn't be used
too frequently, as, although the shock may be unpleasant for
them, they tend to get used to it and so will ignore what you
want them to do. Also, always be quick to reward the dog when
they have done something correctly. As long as you are gentle
yet firm, the dog should learn quite quickly what is expected
of them.
There are some books out there that can help you find the right
techniques to help you use the dog training collars more
effectively. So it is worth checking out your local library or
even picking one up online.
Overall, dog-training collars can be really effective if used
properly. You just have to do your research first!
About The Author: Simon Oldmann is an avid dog lover, now
living in the countryside he setup a dog kennel for his dogs,
Simon currently writes tips and advice about dog training at http://dogtraining.zupatips.com
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