Dog Collars : Types Of Dog Collars

Dog collars : Types of Dog collars

Dog collars are very important tool for pet owner. This help to control dog and also gives safety feeling while walking, running, jumping, or during training. Dog collars are very useful especially when we go in crowded places with our lovely furry.

You will find lot variety of dog collars in stores.To buy right one will depend upon type of breed of dog.

We will see some basic types of Dog collars which will suit to all types of breed.

Buckle collars- Buckle collars are most common and widely used type of dog collar made up of leather, cloth, nylon and other materials. Every dog owner must use for indoor or outdoor dog. This are much comfortable for dogs, you can attach leash to it very easily. They also feature with tags like ID card or rabies tags. You can use this for walking or training purpose also.

Slip collar -These are useful for dogs who misbehave. To correct and to control the misbehavior of dog Slip collars are more effective. Give a firm sideway pulls on the leash whenever dog does mistake.

Chain Slip Collars -Chain Slip Collars or choke chains are made for special purpose e.g. Training only. During training some time dog don’t follow orders, so to correct this choke chains are used. When you pull them they choke neck of dog. Problem with this type is they can cause damage to dog neck if not used properly. So right now these are not used so much.

Everyday Collars-These are meant for personal grooming purpose. You can give new collars every day for better personality. They are featured with metal buckles or quick release clasps in a variety of materials, colors and styles.

Break-Away Collars-These you can use for everyday purpose. These come with special feature to prevent choking. If the loop becomes caught on something; the collar will break away and your dog pulls away. These collars we can use for walking and indoor or outdoor dogs. But make sure you stick ID with this collar for identification.

Harnesses-These are safest option if dog has tendency to run away. Benefits of using these are: they provide greater movement, better breathing, no choking risk, nice option for outdoor activities, and good for sport activities.

Head Collars-Head collars resemble to muzzles for purpose of training. This help to train dog to walk on a leash and heel.