Choose The Best Dog Collar

When searching for the best dog collar for your dog, you may be confused by the different types and styles available. What works for one size and breed of dog is not necessarily appropriate for all types. You can consult with your veterinarian or dog breeder as to the right collar for your pooch, but you may have to wait for a return phone call if your vet or trainer is busy with other clients. Let’s take a look at three very popular styles of dog collar designs and a few others that may have some value for your pet.

First up, there is the versatile buckle collar. The buckle collar is the most popular of the dog collars and includes a ring around a belt so that you can attach dog ID tags. You can also use the buckle collar to attach a copy of the dog license or vaccination verification. If you don’t want to use the standard metal tags, then a tag pouch in leather is also available for these types of collars.

Next up is the muzzle collar. These large dog collars are a mesh cover or cup-like contraption that fits over your dog’s nose and mouth and attaches to your pet’s head with straps that go around behind the animal’s ears.

There is also a dog collar called the head collar. The head collar is very similar to the muzzle collar, but has some notable differences. It keeps your pet’s head fixed and does not allow the animal to pull against the pressure you exert on the neck.

Aside from the previous three styles mentioned, there are the metal choke chain and chain link type of collars. When dealing with large and heavy dogs, the chain type is the best dog collar to use; especially during intense training sessions or while taking your dog for a walk in open and public areas. This is the only pet collar that is sold by the length of chain you need.

Occasionally used for an extremely disobedient or unruly dog, the prong and pinch collar is not considered very humane. This collar covers your dog’s entire neck from all sides and it works by tightening as you pull the leash, causing the metal prongs, which are blunt, to pinch into your dog’s neck.

Of course, over and above utility, you shouldn’t make your dog wear a collar that doesn’t fit his personality, size or breed. A choke or spiked dog collar on a toy breed may seem funny and novel, but it is not necessary and can be traumatic for the animal. Something more appropriate to the dog’s small size and breed is in order, such as a ribbon collar or something similar. The best dog collar is one that fits your dog well and keeps him safe.

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