02 October 2015

Benefits Of Custom Martingale Dog Collars

By Della Monroe


Martingale bands where designed for use in dogs with smaller heads than the necks. Nonetheless, they have ever since been used even in other breeds. They are very effective for controlling the dogs. The system has two collars which are linked together. A pull on one exerts the pressure on the other causing the custom martingale dog collars to tighten.

For those searching for a better solution for dogs which always slip out of normal leashes, custom martingale band is the better option. However, remember that you should be in a position to operate them well. Familiarize yourself with its components before you set out to get one. Also, go through their benefits to compare them with standard chokers.

These leashes have more merits compared to standard ones. The first one is that they ensure the skin of pooch is not irritated by fitting only loosely. For this reason, the dog is likely to do well during training because it is comfortable. Also, rarely do they get too snug to choke the animal. This is because tightening during pulls happens above the wind pipe. This cannot be said about the traditional ones and they can easily kill the animal.

The martingale band fits more loosely as opposed to regular ones. It is true that tightening can happen to the point of making the pooch uncomfortable but slackening takes place very fast. In addition, it is not too loose to make it possible for the dog to get off it with ease.

There are d-rings which connect the smaller loops with the large one. You will know if the band is too tight if a pull on this system causes an impact to the one near the neck. Test the tightness by fitting your hand next to canine neck. Nonetheless, make it tighter if you are setting out for dog training. Only two of your fingers should fit in this case.

During walks with the dog, if it pulls the lead it is like you are the one being walked. This can be very interesting if you get absorbed in the moment. The collar breaks the normal habits of the canine. Ensure you fit the band high enough on neck when you are taking it out for walks or training.

The anterior portion of the neck has more sensitivity than that on the lower side. This is why it is easy to control the animal with the band there. Tugging at it will make the dog to slow down or come to a halt. Over time, the dog becomes better at responding to various levels of tugs on the band and you can walk at similar pace.

Remember that the collars have disadvantages too. The main one is chocking the animal to the extent of causing death or serious neck injuries. Therefore, use the collar only when you are with the dog or there is someone available to loosen the band grip on the neck in the event that the dog pulls too much making it to choke.




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