Things You Need to Know Before Using Prong Collar

The Origin of Prong Collar

Many pet proprietors think prong collars are not enough pretty and definitely hurt their dogs when pulling the leash. But actually, it is a great training tool to communicate with your dog at training time or outdoor activities. It provides equal pressure around the entire neck of your dog and does not harm or damage the trachea if used properly.

Set the Collar Properly

Always be sincere about proper fit and ensure a comfortable snug fit right below the ears. Try to adjust the collar at the upper part of the neck so that you can do better communication during the training period. If the collar doesn’t snug around the neck, there is the possibility to slip down and it may cause skin injury of your dog’s neck. So, make sure a proper fitting of the prong collar before applying practically.

Proper Use

Like other dog training tools, pinch collar is often misused by dog owners. Actually, it is not to be used for the only pull, rather you should use this to make a communication which you demand from your dog. It is not mandatory to wear the training tool all the time (24/7). The only time you can provide the pinch collar when you walk with your dog, run at the park or continue a training session.

So, you have to manage a purely positive trainer who is more humanitarian to guide your dog. It is unfortunate that some pet proprietor does not follow any instruction about pinch collar before use it.

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