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Dog Training Collar Using It to Train Your Dog Safely and Effectively

by Moses Wright

Dog training choke collars also known as choke chains, slip collar, correction collars or training collars are one of the most common collars use for dog obedience training and leash manners.

Listed below are some of the common rules to take note while using the dog choke collar.

1. Fit of the dog-training collar

The proper fit of the collar makes it safer and easier to use. The dog training collars work best when fitted properly. The dog training collar is the ideal size if it fits snugly, but comfortably over the dog's head. You don't want it too tight, but you don't want it too loose either. If it is too tight, it will be difficult to take off and put on. If it's too loose it may accidentally slip off the dog's head when the head is lowered.

2. How the training collar is put on.

There is a right way and a wrong way. Always look for correct instruction when putting on the collar, there should be clear instructions on how to put on the collars for your dog, if you are unclear, consult the shop keeper immediately.

3. When to use the collar

Your dog should only wear the collar during training sessions. Use the collar only when you plan to enforce commands. Putting the collar on the dog tells your dog, "you need to pay extra attention to me for what we're doing next." Do not use the collar on everyday, meandering walks, when the dog is unsupervised, or without a leash attached. A choke collar chokes. An unattended animal could get caught on something and then choke himself.

4. How the collar is used

It should be used as a sharp reminder or as a guide; it should not be used with constant heavy pressure, such as to choke the dog. A choke collar is used both to remind your dog you need his attention and to correct the dog. The former is simply a matter of procedure and routine. The latter is the "choke". Don't think that choking is going to leave your dog coughing and wheezing. Worn correctly, the collar releases very quickly. The device is meant to simulate the way in which momma-dogs grab troublemaking offspring by the back of the head with a little shake.

To perform a correction, the trainer pulls the collar or a leash attached to it firmly and quickly. Say "No!" while doing so in a firm voice. The trainer then releases the tension just as soon as they apply it. The release is the difference between a humane, effective correction and literally choking the dog.

By following the four rules above closely, it will go a long way to make sure that you are using the dog training collar in a safe and effective manner.

Moses Wright is the webmaster of Dog Collar. You can find more useful information on Dog Training Collar and Electronic Dog Collar on his site. You can reprint this article if you keep the content and live link intact.

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