Most dog owners wish to have a dog that heals nicely beside their leg. Most however are unaware of the differences in collars and how to use each one correctly. There are typically five types of collars to choose from such as harnesses, gentle leaders, prong, chokers, and e-collars.

@@AMAZONTEXT;B001QRXDGE;Choke collars@@ are the most commonly seen training collar for your dog. They however should not be used to continually choke your dog. You should bring the dogs attention to you by making a quick pop motion. These collars are made from a wide range of materials including rope, chain, or a flat collar. If used correctly, most dogs will respond well to them.

Some dogs need a bit stronger cue on their neck and this is where a @@AMAZONTEXT;B0009YUFMK;prong collar@@ comes in handy. The prongs are meant to simulate a bite from another pack member. This should not be done hard enough that you damage the neck or the skin. It should be placed snug around the dogs neck, make sure you use a very small amount of correction when using it.

The strongest collar is the e collar (hunting training collar). These collars can provide a simple vibration to a small electrical shock. This is ideal for very strong willed dogs that will not listen to either a choke collar or a prong collar. Some hunters use this collar when their dogs are not listening of leash while training them for bird hunting. If done correctly you can also use these types of collars to work on obedience. Consult with a dog trainer before you take this option.

Two non traditional options are the @@AMAZONTEXT;B0009ZBKG4;Easy walk dog harness@@ and the @@AMAZONTEXT;B0035R4CR2;Gentle Leader@@. Both of these systems work by causing their body or their head to turn when you come to a stop which forces them to heal to your side. The dog is required to stay by your side if they want to continue walking without that pull. These techniques take time to learn how to use them correctly and take a bit of patience. They do not work like a traditional collar.

You should be aware of your options before choosing a collar for your dog. You shouldn’t hesitate to try different types of collars. What works for one dog may not work for another. Dog obedience class is also a great way to learn how to use a collar correctly.