Finding The Perfect Pink Dog Collar For Your Pet
When purchasing pink dog collars, rhinestone dog collars or spiked dog collars you will find that most stores are inexpensive and if you want it personalized most of the stores will do this for free. Most people when the move the last thing on their mind is to get a new collar for their pet with the correct information on it, so when moving make sure that this is on your to do list. When you own a pet it is your responsibility for their safety.
But, that is not all a pet owner is obligated to do. Aside from the identification of your pet dog, pink dog collars, rhinestone dog collars and spiked dog collars have become very popular because people like to show off their pets so collars are now fashion symbols for pets.
There are many pink dog collars, rhinestone dog collars or spiked dog collars to choose from, their varieties include leather collars, adjustable collars, training collars, shock collars, reflective collars and many other types. They are also ideal for training the dog. A young dog has a short attention span and may become uninterested with long, tiresome training sessions.
Dog training can be an intimidating task. The shock collar is only meant for dogs that have behavioral problems which have not been able to be curbed with normal non-electronic training methods. Dog training is an art, and like any artist you must pick your tools carefully in order to properly train your dog.
One of the most popular collars today is the metal choke spiked dog collar Many people like this collar because it pulls the dog reminding them that they can’t do what they want.
Collars come in all sizes they do this because each dogs neck is different, for example Shepherd and Dalmatians would need bigger collars because their necks are large and the size is between 14 to 20 inches. To correctly measure a collar place two fingers between the neck and he collar, if you can slip your two fingers in it is a good fit. Make sure the collar fits around your pets neck, your pet needs room to breath.
The dog has to feel at ease with the collar around its neck at all times. Sometimes your dog can have a big neck and a small head so make sure the collar is fitted snug and it doesn’t slip off. That can be dangerous.
There are many collars to choose from, like shock, harness and choke collars. Here are some facts and some ideas to consider if you are in the market to purchase a dog shock collar. Make sure the collar fits properly or the dog will not receive the proper shock. If the batteries run down in the collar the dog will not receive the shock and the collar is then useless.
There are many fancy type of collars, there are pink dog collar, rhinestone dog collar, spiked dog collar, leather and some even purchase gold with a match leash, some people go further by buying an outfit that matches. Collars range from practical to simple, from personalized to leather collars to give your pet that unique look.
When looking for a collar look for buckles that are well constructed, collars that are made of leather or nylon are usually good and they won’t fall apart or break.
David Fishman
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February 14th, 2009 at 5:11 am
Collar size for my dog?
I found the perfect leather collar for my dog online, but I'm not 100% sure of the size. He is a 7 mo old Boxer, weighs about 50lbs. I tried on a leather collar in the PetSmart that was 18" and it seemed good. The challenge is the one i want comes in 16-18" or 18-20", any ideas on what i should get?
February 14th, 2009 at 10:13 am
go with the 18-20" better safe than sorry, and it leaves room for your dog to grow. One rule of thumb is you should be able to slip 2 fingers under the collar for the perfect fit.
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February 14th, 2009 at 10:15 am
18-20
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February 14th, 2009 at 10:17 am
I would go for the bigger size only b/c your dog is 7 months old and still growing. This will ensure it will last a little longer. Also since it is leather, you could probably put another hole in it to make it as small as you like.
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Previous experience, owned a few dogs, boxer included
February 14th, 2009 at 10:19 am
the collar should be snug and you should only be able to put 2 fingers between the dog's neck and the collar.
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my wife, a PetsMart dog trainner
February 14th, 2009 at 10:21 am
I'd go with the 16"-18". My dobie weighs about 75 lbs full grown and only wears a 16". My rott weighs 100 lbs and wears a 20".
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February 14th, 2009 at 10:23 am
Well I would go with the 18 to 20" collar. This allows room for him to grow, since hes only 7months hell be going a bit more of this. It also allows room for error, if the collar is too big you can always make another hole in the collar to make it tighter. If you were to get a collar that is too small you cant make it bigger, once you get to the last hole theres nothing left! A good rule of thumb is to measure his neck and then add 2", that should give you a comfortable fitting collar thats not too big or too small.
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February 14th, 2009 at 10:25 am
I would buy the 18- 20 he will grow into it even if its a lil loose now but it would be better than buying a new one in a couple of months b/c its to small
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February 14th, 2009 at 10:27 am
Go with the18-20. A 7 mo. old boxer is going to grow more. You don't want a collar to be tight you want about and inch and a half between his neck and the collar. Don't be surprised if down the road you need to invest in a new collar because he grows out of this one.
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February 14th, 2009 at 10:29 am
The 18-20" collar would be your best bet. Your dog is still growing so buying the larger collar will allow you to use it for a longer period of time.
-Avid dog lover
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February 14th, 2009 at 10:31 am
I'd go with the 18" - 20"
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February 14th, 2009 at 10:33 am
I would have to say 18-20, his neck is only going to get bigger/ wider.
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February 14th, 2009 at 10:35 am
I have two 9 month old boxers and I'd go with the 18"-20". You will be able to adjust it larger if they grow more. The dog is not done growing and if you go with the 18"-20" you will have that additional room to expand wheras is you got the 16"-18" they will probably grow out of it and you will have to buy another. Mine did at least!! Keep collar snug but able to put 2 fingers inbetween it and the dog!
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February 14th, 2009 at 10:37 am
I used to work at Petsmart - all their collars are listed as the LARGEST size they can go to. In other words, that "18 inch" collar you tried on probably WAS a 16-18 inch.
But, the best way to get the best fit is to actually take your boxer into Petsmart and start trying them on. Don't ever completely trust the size listed, things get put back in the wrong place and labels get switched around. The only sure-fire way to find a nicely fitting collar is to try them on him at the store. If he's a little rambunctuous in public just ask the cashier up front to page an employee to help you. Good luck!
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