Did you know that you can seriously injure your small breed dog by carelessly choosing and using an unsuitable dog collar? Toy dog breeds are especially vulnerable to injury such as choking or even a crushed esophagus and strangulation.
You can easily avoid injuring your best friend this way by choosing one of the small dog collars designed specifically to avoid these possible injuries and yet keep your small dog safe and securely under control.
One type of safe dog collar is designed to break-away under pressure with the buckle engineered to release under stress from various angles. If the collar gets caught on something while your pet is playing the buckle will release and your dog will be freed unharmed.
These are designed so you can defeat the “break-away” function if you want to take your pet on a stroll on lead. You really have the best of both worlds with this type. Secure control when you want it and pet worry free play at other times.
Another type of collar that is gaining popularity is the head collar or front leading collar. These collars fit around the dogs muzzle and loop back over the head. With the lead attached to the front under the jaw, the owner can direct the dog without placing stress on the small dogs body.
Many veterinarians recommend this type of collar because of its many benefits including:
- Immediate control of jumping, pulling and lunging.
- It never chokes.
- It is completely painless and humane.
- Training is often more rapid than with a traditional collar.
Head collars come in sizes to fit even small dogs of less than 5 pounds but are also made in sizes for large dog breeds.
Very pretty personalized rhinestone and jeweled collars set off toy breeds and can turn them into stars to be pampered and carried with you everywhere. If this is your option, be sure you don’t go overboard on customization and end up with a collar that is stiff and too heavy for your tiny dog.
Harnesses are another good choice for small dogs. The weight of the harness is carried by the back and forequarters of your dog which permits you to maintain very good control without injury to your dog. Harnesses come in a wide variety of styles. When you can get a fluffy pink harness to accessorize your Teacup, why settle for anything less?
Whatever style of small dog collars or harness you select, be sure they are made of material, usually nylon, that is a light as you can find that will do the job for you. Remember, your small dog is small and fragile, not a husky.
You’ll find a complete range of small dog collars of all styles to keep your companion safe at Dog Collars And Leashes.
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