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Zofia Nowak
Lead Gear Researcher with a background in materials, Zofia tests collars against sweat-proof technology to make sure the hardware is comfortable under stress and won't come loose during everyday use.
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5 Best Black Dog Collars for Safe Night Walks
The top black dog collars feature strong hardware, optimal fit, but also for low-light and reflective or LED visibility. The best of the bunch are Ruffwear (aluminum V-ring, separate ID point),…
Best Yellow Collar and Leash Sets: Reflective, LED-Ready, Matchy
A yellow collar & leash set with broad reflective surfaces (to bounce-back headlight) and perhaps a clip-on, light-emitting diode or LED collar would be the way to go for moving lights.…
Personalized Reflective Dog Collars: Name vs Nameplate
For the safest daily wear, get a reflective collar embroidered with your dog’s name and phone (in case he or she goes missing) directly into the webbing (won’t fall off; doesn’t…
How to Find An Adjustable Dog Collar That’s Right For Your Best Friend
If you were to ask me which dog gear is the most underrated, I’d answer without hesitation: adjustable dog collar. When I got my first dog, I looked at collars…
How to Walk Your Dog At Night Safely: The Ultimate Guide
Pick well-lighted paths with sidewalks, employ a non-retractable leash, outfit your dog in reflective and LED gear, wear clothing that reflects light yourself, take along a flashlight or headlamp while…
Martingale Collar: How They Work, What is it & Sizing Guide
Martingale Collar A martingale collar is a type of neck-gear that provides more control over the animal without the choking effect of a slip collar. To make sure it fits properly,…
Dog Collar Materials Compared: Discover the Best Material for Your Dog
Leather collars are durable and comfortable, but you’ll need to condition them every few months; nylon collars are inexpensive and require little maintenance other than washing, though they can become worn…
Why Quick-Release Dog Leashes Make Walks Safer and Easier
A quick-release leash allows you to clip on/off with a single movement whether it’s through side-release buckles, locking carabiners, or magnetic quick-connects providing faster recovery during busy lobbies, traffic moments,…