Martingale Dog Collars
What are Martingale Dog Collars?
Martingale dog collars were primarily created for sighthounds but over the years, it has been determined that these collars are perfect for all breeds of dogs. Martingale dog collars, also known as humane choke collars, are great for training, puppies, and difficult to handle dogs. They are easy on the dogs neck thereby not creating any damage while controlling or training.
Martingale dog collars slip over the dogs head and sit loosely on the neck. When the dog pulls, the collar tightens so that you gain more control over your dog and the message is relayed to the dog that this is an undesirable behavior. These collars are wide enough that when they tighten, the pull is distributed over a larger area of the neck than the older style of choke collar; this is what makes these collars more humane and less dangerous to the dog.
The benefits of a martingale dog collar:
easier control of your dog without the use of physical force
perfect for training a puppy
perfect for a difficult to handle dog
perfect for teaching a dog what is undesirable behavior
humane choke collar that will not damage your dogs neck
no clips or buckles to break
Martingale dog collars should be used as the regular dog collar for walks, for rides, for training. These are all purpose dog collars.
These collars are created in varying widths: ‘, 1′, 1 ‘ and 2′. The width you choose will depend on the size of your dog. For tiny to small dogs, the ‘ collar is recommended. For dogs with short necks, the 1′ collar is recommended. For dogs with long necks, a 1 ‘ or 2′ collar is best.
Martingale dog collars come in a range of sizes therefore will fit a growing puppy for many months. They can be created to fit a large range in size (e.g.: 10′ - 20′) and can be loosened to fit as the puppy grows. This eliminates the need to purchase a new collar every month or two for a growing puppy.
I have never known a dog to not like a martingale dog collar. They are easy to put on and if fitted properly, are very comfortable for the dog.
The first time walking your dog with a martingale dog collar:
Make sure that the collar fits snug around your dogs neck; with the allowance of two to three fingers between the neck and the collar. Use the slider on the collar to adjust to fit.
When walking your dog, let the collar do the work. If your dog pulls, the martingale dog collar will automatically tighten. When the collar tightens, your dog should stop pulling. This may take a few times before your dog realizes not to pull or the collar will tighten around his/her neck.
The tightening of the collar does not hurt your dog, just makes it uncomfortable enough that he/she should eventually learns the proper behavior and avoids any discomfort.
Maintenance:
Martingale dog collars are washable. Whenever the collar gets dirty, place it in a pillowcase or laundry bag and put it through the gentle cycle of your washing machine. Hang to dry.
As well as being a great collar, martingale dog collars are also very stylish. They come in many sizes, colors and widths. You can have plain martingale collars, everyday martingale dog collars, themed martingale dog collar, special occasion martingale dog collars, and fancy martingale dog collars. So many choices for such great collar.
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