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Pinch (prong) collar vs. Choke chain: Noteworthy differences
A prong/pinch collar employs interconnected links to maintain an even distribution of pressure around the neck for quick, gentle reminders; a choke chain can constrict into an infinite tightening loop.…
Prong (Pinch) Collars: Cruel or Can They Be Humane?
A prong collar can be humane if it’s fit high and even, used for short, coached sessions, where the handler has torque in their hand → micro cue → stop…
Pinch Collars 101: Fit, Handling, Progressions
Prong collar is a precision communication tool fit it high behind the ears, snug and even, handle with tiny cue immediate slack. Keep sessions brief, pair with rewards and go…
Is It Safe to Use a Prong Collar on a Puppy?
A prong (pinch) may be useful if fitted high up behind the ears and used for short training sessions in conjunction with a micro cue → immediate slack → reward.…
Titan vs Herm Sprenger: Which Prong Collar is the King?
If you want a top-notch machining, stainless longevity and one of the greatest quick-releases go for Herm Sprenger. If you’re on a shoestring budget and can conduct regular gear checks,…
Prong Collars: Plastic Tips vs Steel Links
Stainless steel prong collars have it hands down for physical strength, rounded edges and the consistency of feel. Plastic/rubber-tipped links can change look/feel, and does look friendlier (may be important…
Prong Collars with Quick-Release: Why and When
A quick-release prong collar replaces a conventional center link with a press-to-open buckle (e.g., ClicLock), enabling you to place the collar quickly yet calmly on/off. Sizing or rules don’t change:…
Do Dogs Have Collar Bones? Understanding the Canine Clavicle
Key takeaways Dogs do have a collar bone, but it is very small and embedded in the brachiocephalicus muscle. The real bone in the dog does not attach to the…