Keep your pooch safe from harm so you can save his life if he were to be put in harm's way due to his collar. Here are few doggy collar safety tips.
Just the other day, I was visiting the pet store and admiring a handsome large dog at the checkout lane in front of me. He looked like a happy, friendly pup and I observed as his mom fumbled through her purse to find her card to pay the cashier. As this dog's owner was paying, Mr. Happy Dog slipped right through his collar without even trying.
Not only do loose collars pose a threat to dogs' safety, there are a couple of other things you may want to beware of. A collar seems simple and non-hazardous, but here are a few things you should keep in mind to keep your dog safe.
Loose Collars
After use, collars tend to get loose on their own. Plus, we don't want to put them too tightly around our dog's neck. But a loose collar is a hazard and an invitation for your dog to get away.
You should be able to fit two fingers between your dog's neck and the collar. Check to make sure it can't slip over their head easily.
Tags
Check your dog's tags and make sure you aren't using any sort of hardware that could get stuck in carpet or furniture. Or, choose a collar that doesn't need any tags.
Also, it's not necessary to put your dog's Rabies tag on their collar. It's just another means of identification if your dog gets lost.
Choke Chains
This isn't a post about why you should or should not use choke chains, so I'm not getting into the details of that. If you do use a choke chain or prong collar on your dog, you should remove it when it's not in use.
If you don't like collars, harnesses are a great alternative. They are easy on a dog's neck and back, comfortable, and make walking simple for both you and your dog. Harnesses should also probably be removed when they aren't being used.
Follow these great tips next time you go collar shopping and you'll keep your pooch safe!
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