How to Size a Prong Collar for Your Breed
Fit a prong collar to your dog’s high neck measurement (behind the ears) and pick the lightest gauge of link that holds its shape (frequently 2.25 mm for small/medium, 3.0–3.2…
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Step-by-Step: Prong (Pinch) Collar: Putting it on and Fit
Open one up, size it using adding/removing punches and make sure to settle the closed collar high behind the ears tight, even fit. You should get a nice solid click…
Measure Once and Fits Right: Prong Size Guide
Measure the highest part of neck behind ears and ordering dogs collar size will be at least 3” longer than the biggest neck size in ordered size. Measures your pet’s…
Adjustable vs Standard Prongs: Which to Buy?
A pronged collar allows you to control the size, without having to take links in or out. This is quicker to size, and good for coat/weight changes It’s also has…
Safer Prong Work: Fit, Timing, Progressions
Prong fit high behind ears, training with: tiny cue immediate slack reward. Keep sessions 5 to 10 minutes, beginning in low-distraction environments, and walk daily on a front-clip harness the…
Harness vs Pinch (Prong) Collar: What’s Right for Your Dog?
For loose leash walking, especially with pullers: A front-clip (or dual-clip) harness is the safer, calmer default. A prong (pinch) collar is an instrument for short coached sessions only set…
The Ultimate Prong Collar Guide: Care, Fit & Use
A prong/pinch collar has rounded links that spread pressure equally around the neck and make small leash cues more obvious. It should be located well up at the back of…
Best Dog Fitness Trackers 2025: Brocia Recommends
Hunting the best dog fitness trackers of 2025? From no-fee clip-ons to GPS smart collars, here’s what actually works for real pups. Dog fitness trackers (also known as activity monitors)…