Fleas are a painful annoyance to dogs. Fleas can cause dogs to scratch and bite themselves almost constantly. Their coats become soiled and roughened, and their skin becomes irritated. Dogs in particular may develop severe flea allergies. The need to control fleas is therefore very important to dog owners. A flea collar is a device used to protect dogs and cats from fleas and ticks. The fleas fou...More on Id Dog Collars
Dog pinch collars are made up of a series of metal links that pop on and off allowing you to determine the length of the collar. Between the links is a small chain with a swivel ring to which you attach the leash. The dog pinch collar comes in three different link sizes: small, medium and large. Pinch dog collars are sometimes referred to as prong collars. Either name is correct, but pinch colla...More on Id Dog Collars
Dog flea and tick collars were introduced in 1964 as an effective and relatively safe way to protect dogs and cats from fleas and ticks. When flea and tick collars were introduced, flea collars were seen as an excellent solution for flea control. Flea collars significantly reduced flea bites on pets that would otherwise be under constant attack. Flea and tick collars are made from a special plast...More on Id Dog Collars
If you want to keep your dog safe and at the same time stylish, you might want to personalize dog collars. Dog tags can fall off when attached to a dog collar. Dog collars personalized can be engraved with useful information in case your dog gets lost or into an accident. Many lost dogs are reunited with their owners just because their contact information was on their dog collar. Good personalize...More on Id Dog Collars
Which dog collar to use for training is a controversial subject in the dog training world. There is quite a variety of dog collars to choose from. There are flat buckle dog collars, there are choke collars made from leather, nylon, or chain, and there are pinch collars. Dog Training Collars Many handlers start every dog on a flat buckle dog collar but find they need to move to a choke collar. On...More on Id Dog Collars
There is a wide variety of dog collars on the market today. There are dog collars and leashes available for dogs of every size and temperament. Along with the bond that you form with your dogs, dog collars and leashes are your connection to your dog for communication. Most dog collars and leashes are humane and effective for use and training, but some dog and training collars can be dangerous for ...More on Id Dog Collars
A dog slip-on collar is usually made of chain or nylon and easily slips over a dog's head. Dog slip-on collars are generally too big to be an effective training tool, and dog slip-on collars have a poor safety record. Dog slip-on collars pose a danger to the trachea and spine of the dog. Studies have shown a high incident of significant tracheal and spinal injuries to dogs that are trained with d...More on Id Dog Collars
To most dog owners, a dog collar is a means of putting identification on a dog, a training device, a safety measure or a decorative item like jewelry. A dog collar can be any or all of these things, but a dog collar can also be a lethal device. The wrong dog collar may harm or even kill your dog. There are pros and cons to the specialized features of many dog collars. It is the responsibility of ...More on Id Dog Collars
The difference between walking your dog or your dog walking you can often be explained by the type of collar you use and how you use it. There are many different types of dog collars on the market today, but it is up to the dog handler to know how and when each type of dog collar is appropriate. Dog Buckle Collars Buckle dog collars are typically made of nylon or leather, either flat or rolled t...More on Id Dog Collars
Pinch dog collars and dog shock collars are two training devices that have gained in popularity in the last few years. Before dog handlers use either pinch dog collars and dog shock collars as training collars, they should know what their purpose is and how to use them properly. Misuse of either pinch dog collars and dog shock collars can cause more harm than good to the dog mentally and physicall...More on Id Dog Collars
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