Jul 13 2010
The Electric Dog Collar And Other Types Of Collar
A dog that behaves well is loved by everyone. If you have a dog, it’s important that the dog doesn’t bark at neighbors and house guests and that it doesn’t make noise at late hours of the night without a reason. Otherwise, your pet is going to be a problem for you and for everyone who lives with you or around you. Dog trainers have come up with different methods for teaching your dog manners and obedience, but regardless of the type of training, you’ll get better results if you make your dog wear an electric dog collar. This type of collar looks exactly like a regular collar that people make their dogs wear. What makes it different from a regular collar is that it has a small microphone that can hear when the dog barks, and then activates a small electric shock delivered on the dog’s neck. Is It Hurtful? The most common concern of dog owners when it comes to the electric dog collar is whether it hurts or causes any pain to the dog. Dogs’ skin is thicker than humans’, and thus they only feel what we feel when we get static electricity from walking on a carpet. However, if this scares you and you want something different for your dog training, there are other collars you might want to consider. The electric dog collar is not your only option. For example, you can get a citronella dog training collar, which uses sprays of citronella odor instead of an electric shock. This is less dangerous than the electric dog collar because it is just a little spray of citronella, like the oil that is used to keep away mosquitoes in the summertime. If you still want something different, you can get an ultrasonic collar, which corrects the dog through the use of a sound that’s so high pitched that humans can’t hear it. This way you do not have to listen to the noise but it will stop the dog in their tracks. There are lots of great options if you are trying to train your dog. It can take some trial and error between the electric dog collar and your other options but you will find something that works. You will still need to spend some quality time with your dog to train it properly, but you’ll be happier with your dog. People will feel comfortable when your dog is around and you’ll be able to take it with you more often.
