Collars

Question
Hello, I have been using the plastic buckle nylon collars on my three dogs but over the past three years the one dog has already worn out at lest 8 collars. I am consdiering getting them each a flat leather collar with the beat style buckle....do you know if these would outlast nylon ones? also is there a safety difference in plastic buckles on collars and belt buckle collars? also would you know if leather would irrate dogs with allergies? thanks, Tara.

Answer
Tara -

Leather should not bother your dog, but I really really like what are called martingale collars. I'm putting a link below to one so you can see it.  It has no buckles or snaps to wear out.  

I know many trainers who really like them as well - if you're not using a harness to take your dog on a leash, these prevent back-outs as well.

http://www.sitstay.com/store/equip/collars3.shtml

I'm not advocating one place or another to buy them, but I wanted you to be able to see them.  I really like them.

-Beth