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Aquarium Supplier
Tanks and tank stands are not hard to come by. They are usually
available at your local aquarium supplier. Always try to measure
up the size of the tank that you are getting as you need to have
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Boxers Dogs as Pets - Are they right for you?
Pet Boxers, although low-maintenance, require your consistent attention, exercise, human interaction, consistent obedience training and lots of love. You cannot leave them to their own design for too long or they get lonely, bored and into trouble. ...
Canine Distemper Virus (CDV) In Dogs
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Dog Training: The One Important Aspect You Must Differentiate In Order To Gain Respect From Your Dog
The basis of training any animal is winning its trust,
confidence and respect. True training cannot begin until the
animal has accepted you as its leader, respects you and
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Your Dog's Health; Why Dog Breath is No Laughing Matter
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Dog Training: The 5 Important Considerations You Should Know When Using A Training Collar
The basic dog training collar goes by many names, including
choke collar, choke chain, training collar, correction collar
and slip collar. These training collars are among the most
popular and most commonly used tools with both amateur and
professional dog trainers.
While a training collar is an effective tool, like any tool it
must be used properly in order to be effective for you and safe
for the dog. Among the most important considerations when using
a training collar are:
* How the collar fits the dog. It is essential that the
training collar be properly fitted to the dog. A properly fitted
training collar is easier to use and safer for the dog. *
Putting the training collar on properly. There is a right way
and a wrong way to fit a training collar, and putting it on
wrong will make it both ineffective and potentially dangerous. *
Using the collar properly. A training collar should be used as
a sharp reminder to the dog, not as punishment. It is important
that constant pressure be avoided when using a training collar.
* The weight of the chain and the size of the links on the
training collar. It is important that the weight of the chain be
appropriate to the size and weight of the dog. * The placement
of the collar on the dog. It is important to properly place the
collar on the dog. The importance of a properly fitted training
collar Determining if the training collar is the right size is
relatively easy. The ideal size training collar should fit
snugly, yet comfortably over the dog's head. It is important
that the training collar not fit too tightly, but it should not
be too loose either. A training collar that is too tight will be
too hard to put on and off. On the other hand, a training collar
that is too loose can accidentally fall off of the dog's head
when it lowers its head.
It is also important to know that a training collar that is too
long for the dog requires a great deal of finesse to use
properly. A collar that is too long can still be used, but it
will require more skill on the part of the handler.
Properly sizing and measure the dog for a
training collar
It is best to measure the dog's neck with a tape measure, then
add 2 to 3 inches to that measurement. So if your dog has a neck
12" in diameter, you would want to buy a training collar that is
14" in length. Chain slip collars are generally sized in two
inch increments.
Fitting the collar properly
When fitting a training collar, the part of the chain which is
connected to the leash should be on the top of the dog's neck.
With this type of arrangement, the collar releases the instant
the leash is loosened. Training collars work by making the
collar tight and loose in a fast manner. Tightening the collar
is the first part of the correction, and making it loose is the
second part of the correction.
If the part of the training collar that is attached to the leash
is not on the top of the dog's neck, the collar can still be
made tight, but it will not release back to a loose state
easily. This constant pressure on the dog's neck initiates a
counter response on the part of the animal, and the dog will
quickly learn to pull and strain against the leash.
Finally, it is important to purchase a training collar that is
well made and strong. Buying a high quality training collar,
slip collar or choke collar is vital to the safety of yourself
and your dog.
If the worst happens, and your dog's training collar does break,
it is important not to panic. Most dogs will be unaware that
they have broken the collar, at least for a few minutes. In most
cases, if you act as if the leash is still connected, you can
probably get control of your dog back quickly.
When securing a loose dog, the best strategy is to make a quick
slip lead by running the snap on the leash through its handle
and then slipping it over the dog's head. It may not be the best
arrangement, but it will certainly do in a pinch.
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