Choosing a right dog collar

A dog collar is a piece of clothe tied around the neck of a dog for any of the following purposes

• Fashion
• Identification
• Control or any other purpose.

The collars for a pet are made from various materials and they are also available in a wide range of styles, pattern and shapes. While the choices are overwhelming, one essential factor to be taken into account is that the collar chosen is of the right size and weight for your pooch and that it fits your pet perfectly.

These points further help in deciding the best collar for you furry friend:

• The collar should be selected as per the size of the dog, big and heavier dogs require a wider sized collar compared to smaller dogs.
• Gentle training collars such as soft nylon collars or thin leather collar should be used on puppies rather than choke chains.
• To prevent a dog from chewing off the collar, it should not be tied too tight by ensuring that at least two fingers can be passed through it and also by cutting off the excess collar.
• Adjustable collars are better alternative to buckle collars in case of growing dogs.
• In case your dog likes playing in water a lot, nylon collars are the best.
• In case you want to buy only one collar for your furry friend, then go for leather collars as they are durable and strong.

Choke chains are best suited on dogs for training purposes as they are designed in such a way to apply pressure and briefly tighten them to control them while training them.

Leashes are also available in various types; one should check the strength and thickness of a leash before buying it.

• Puppies can be tied with short leashes to enable the pet owner to maintain control.
• Long leashes are best suited in training dogs and also when taking them to park or to just roam about.

Cotton leashes are strong and can also be easily washed. They are also available in wide range of colors and length in IndianPetStore.com

The above guidelines if followed will surely help any dog owner in choosing the right collar for his loving pet making life comfortable for both of them in the long run.