Question On Collars

[REMI]

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At last I understand the difference between a matingale collar and a limited slip collar. Now, I need to know the purpose of each collar.

I thought the martingale was for dogs whose heads were larger than their necks and could not wear a limited slip? Is a limited slip collar meant for discipiline/correction?

As the immortal Pauline Hanson would say (Aussie joke), 'Please explain.'

 

[REMI]

Is cool. I have an answer.

 

[zilloot]

Is cool. I have an answer.

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go on then... tell :thumbsup:

 

[mantamuffin]

A martingale is a collar that has two loops - one smaller one at the front where the d-ring is sewn in (the lead attches here) and a larger one that goes over the dog's head. When the dog lunges forward or tries to back out (if nervous) the collar pulls tighter (evenly around the neck - unlike choke collars) and prevents this from happening. It should not tighten unless required to and rests normally around the dogs neck unless the dog is trying to back out or run forward.

A martingale does need to be fitted correctly and should never be used when a dog is unattended that is my recommendation- the collar could in theory become caught and tighten leaving your dog choking with no one there to help, it is an important consideration I personally advise martingales for new dogs (to your home) to walk and house/tag collar for indoor use.

Any maringale can be made with a side release buckle if your dog dislikes having a collar put on over their head.

Martingales can be worn by any breed of dog not just sighthounds

How to fit any martingale collar correctly - move the martingale up to the narrowest part of the neck (just behind the ears) and pull upwards on the control/front loop (the part the D-ring is attached to). The two metal slides should come together but NOT touch. You should have at least an inch (or 2 -3- finger width)distance between the two slides. This will ensure the collar will continue to tighten should the dog back up, preventing the collar from slipping off. If it is not fitted correctly your dog could still back out, it is important to remember this and adjust according ly - this is why neck measurements are important for these collars

my knowledge of slip isn't as good - I know as a volunteer dog walker they too have to be fitted correctly so as to not cause choking but I always get this muddled maybe some else can help me here whom uses them

 

[REMI]

Yeah, yeah, was just going to say that!! (lol) thank you. You explained it far better than I could have managed. I got a bit confused after someone had mentioned using a limited slip as a 'correction' collar.

I have an IG whose neck is smaller than her head and would love for her to wear a limited slip - I just think they look good. But, if it is big enough to go over her head, then it sits too loosely around her neck. Am I doing something wrong or is this just a fact of life?

I made one for her but the leather will stretch a bit. I shall try to post a pic below. Feel free to admire the absolute beautifulness of my amazing puppy girl!!!

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Ooooh bugga - pic too big. Was is the kb limit for this board?

 

[REMI]

Drats. I have posted piccies before and now I cannot. Would someone like to give me an instant referesher course? please.....

 

[mantamuffin]

put the link between [/img]

the other point is the traditional fishtails also are great but for minimal slipage fit just behind ears with room for 2 fingers between the fur and collar.

My previous grey slipped her fishtail serval times you can never allow enough for mature and how tiny they can make their heads

 

[REMI]

Still cannot work it out. I thought before I just had to 'add attachment'. Can someone explain in 'untrained monkey' simple terms. please.