Nov 17, 2017

Choke Collars


Category: General
Posted by: Suresh

Choke collars, also called chain-slip dog collars, is a simple collar made of chain and two on either end. Compared to other types of dog collars, choke collars are more affordable. Choke collars are more popular as a form of training collars for strong-willed dogs and do not respond well to training when wearing traditional dog collars. That being said, these types of collars are virtually impossible for a dog to escape from.

Dangers of Choke Collars

If you plan to use choke collars on your dog, then you should be aware of the hazards that it can pose on your dog’s health and safety. These types of dog collars, when used incorrectly, can cause injury or even death to the dog. This happens when the chain loop gets too tight, so much so that it restricts air flow and causes the dog to choke.

Proper Usage

Because of the potential risks involved, you should ask the help of a professional trainer or a dog specialists such as those working in reputable animal supplies stores. The correct usage of choke collars involve a quick tug-and-release function. If the collar is not put on correctly, it won’t release and its training effectiveness is reduced. Also keep in mind that choke collars should only be worn during trainings only.

Buy the Right Type of Dog Collars

The importance of buying and using the right type of dog collars cannot be stressed enough. If you happen to choose the wrong one, you are putting your beloved dog at risk of choking or other forms of neck injuries. Thus, before you go to the shop the sells animal supplies to buy a collar, do your research first and try to learn about your dog’s specific requirements.

If you’re looking for high quality dog collars or even cat collars, please don’t hesitate to give us a visit at our shop. Our stores are located at Milperra and Mt. Druitt. You can also get in touch with us by calling us up through our telephone line at 02 9772 0316 or by leaving a message in our contact page. We also have an assortment of animal supplies like pet food, toys for pets and many, many more.