Few things beat the pleasure of spending time with a well-trained pup. Their presence makes walks, runs, drives, hikes, hunting trips, cold beers and camping adventures more enjoyable for both you and your canine buddy. But if yours pulls or repeatedly runs out the door it can become frustrating; however, most misbehavior issues are easily corrected with consistent obedience training coupled with appropriate equipment like a training collar.
Flat collars (commonly referred to as regular or standard collars) fit securely around your dog’s neck and connect via buckle or snap closure to their lead. Flat collars are an ideal solution for dogs that don’t experience pulling issues or are inclined towards chewing as they distribute pressure evenly around the neck to reduce skin irritation.
Harnesses can also help your pup avoid pulling by redirecting his attention away from pulling and onto walking beside you instead of pulling. They’re particularly useful for small breeds because they put less pressure on their necks and may help protect against tracheal injuries.
An electronic collar (e-collar), also known as an electronic training collar (ETC), is a tool that uses communication and stimulation to train your dog. Many features sound, vibration and shock modes that you can adapt for optimal use; newcomers should start out by switching on sound/vibration mode before gradually increasing intensity until their pet responds positively. Most ETC’s come equipped with low shock levels so you can get their attention without inducing discomfort to them.