Prong Collar
or
Pinch Collar |
These collars have been described as power steering
for dogs. It has also be described as a medieval torture device. They are NOT
recommended for aggressive dogs. It has been recommended for big, friendly dogs
who are somewhat pain insensitive - like the working or sporting breeds.
With a
prong/pinch collar, the dog receives a pinch around their neck when they pull
too hard. Some believe that a pinch collar is better for a dog's neck than a
chain collar. The pinch collar puts pressure evenly around the neck where a
chain collar puts most of the pressure on the dog's throat and could
potentially injure their wind pipe.
See a trained professional for help in
fitting and using a prong/pinch collar.
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Shock Collar
or
Electronic Collar |
These collars are most often used for hunting and other
situations where the dog is too far away for a physical or even verbal
correction. The correction is applied by a brief jolt of electricity. The
barking collar is a shock collar that applies the shock only when the dog
barks.
SuperDog
isn't going to weigh in on the subject of shock collars, that's like arguing
what's better - liver or cheese. You'll never win and will probably offend some
friends.
Rather,
SuperDog recommends the human of your training team try a shock collar on
themselves (arm or leg) and feel first hand the effects of the shock.
If you want to proceed, get a trainer experienced with
shock collars. Even the most ardent supporters will agree that a shock
collar is not for the inexperienced.
 Learn more about electronic collars from the
folks at Dobbs.
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