The BIG MISTAKE That People Make When Fitting A Dog Collar
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 25 มิ.ย. 2024
- In this video, Steve is going to show you how to fit a dog collar for leash walking training. Are your struggles with teaching your dog to walk on a loose leash connected with a poorly fit colllar? Fitting your dog's collar really makes a huge difference when it comes to training. Especially when your goal is to teach your dog to listen when you don't have a leash on! Most students come into our classes with a collar that can use just a little bit of adjustment, so that they can give their dog great information! Having a well-fitted collar can make a world of difference.
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This might be the most helpful video I’ve watched from you guys so far. I’m a BIG fan of your channel and have been struggling with leash walking my 5 month old boxer/GSD mix. I adjusted his collar to properly fit today and saw a HUGE difference in his response to leash pulses. Thank you and please keep sharing your awesome information!!!
Thank you Steve and Sky. This is a definite keeper and learn new tips from you. Great vid too !
Thank you, Lina! Skye is an adorable (and enormous) demonstration dog, isn’t she? Happy Training! ~Ken
Super helpful, thank you.
Thank you for the tips. New subscriber here. Keep it coming !! ❤️❤️
Great info.
Great advice, very informative video. Thanks!
Thank you! Glad you found it helpful. Happy Training! ~Ken
Thank you 😊
You’re very welcome. Thanks for watching! ~Ken
I have only had dog breeds with very narrow heads (currently a smooth collie) and collar fit is a pain in the behind because their heads can be more narrow than their necks. I use martingale collars just to make sure they can not slip the collar easily but they come with their own drawbacks. Generally I mostly default to a harness and work on good leash manners in a way that does not involve a lot of corrections through the leash. I think that it takes more effort because you have to work continuously on leash manners with little to no feedback through the leash. But on a positive note, it does force me to work on leash manners consistently which may be the reason that my dogs have been (generally) well behaved on leash.
Sky was the show stopper by stretching right at the moment hes trying to put her collar on 😂
Would you please provide a link to that training collar? I love that its adjustable with the buckle, and can't seem to find one. Thank you, you all are the best!
I use simple daygo collars. Also known as tufflex or biothane material. Safe, weatherproof, odor resistant.
Lol I'm a collar collector as well. But hardly use them on my dogs, because I rather just use a collar for the nameplate and good training.
i would think that, with little breeds, keeping a flat collar up high, under the ears, there is less chance of injury, like the fit for a dominant dog collar or the pinch collar-high up on the neck.
Is your recommendation the same for brachycephalic dogs like English Bulldogs? I'm never sure the fit is right because of the neck folds.
Hey do I keep the training collar on all day on my 6 mo puppy? I noticed you had a everyday collar and one just for training
What make are the collars please
The only buckles I use are tacti-pup Stainless Steel military-style cobra buckles, you need two hands to unclip it. But you have to be careful when purchasing as some cheap chinese companies use stamped Steel which can also crack and break like plastic.
Tacti-pup collars are pricey, but awesome! Great video McCann team!
Sounds like a pretty serious collar, Rob! Thanks for watching! ~Ken
@@McCannDogs ha ha they sound serious, they're just a regular flat collar with a nice Buckle that's all. Definitely enjoy watching your videos.
Hi, nice video :)
I'm from Germany and I've never seen that particular type of collar around here. It seems to be adjustable. We only have flat buckle collars with the regular few holes to adjust the size. Same problem every time: hole number 2 - - > too loose, hole number 3 - - -> too tight.
Where on the Internet can I buy one of the collars you're showing here on your dog?
Thanks!
If you can't find a suitable collar, you can make a hole right where you need it. You'll have to research which method to use depending on the material.
Try hunting dog or outdoor dog collars. Those the very essential for leash training.
If international borders were open you could order collars from Outdoor Dog Supply or Gundog Supply, which are based in the United States.
I have an IW puppy! What are your thoughts on a flat martingale collar?
Same here I got a chorkie with a chihuahua but he went out side and be a good dog so he can have it off while sleeping
A collar that slips over a dogs head can also slip back off, especially if you have one that's mastered the quick bob down,twist of the head,back away, and it's away trick.
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I use a citronella spray bark collar on my dogs, which works fantastic I may add, but my only problem is, the nylon strap or even my biothane strap that I use with it constantly slides down from the side of her neck where it's supposed to be, all the way down to the front of her neck against her trachea which isn't at all good because she's a tiny toy breed. What can I do or put on the strap to keep it from slipping and sliding around her neck? I really need the spray part to stay against the side of her neck and not move around. Please help.😳
I have a yorkie mix and a good collar is impossible to find. Everywhere I go, I'm told to use a harness.
What do you think about a face harness?
Does this also apply to small dogs and puppies, or do they need a harness?
i also have the same question, i see ppl saying small dogs shouldn’t have collars and only harnesses, but i also see ppl saying harnesses aren’t good for them?
Btw I must say that I’m happy Steve did a collar for training rather than the prongs which I personally not in favour of so thank you again
We don’t like prong collars due to the difficulty of transitioning off of them. The idea of “self correction” isn’t our goal. We want the handler to put in the effort (in some cases more effort, but it’s worth it😉), and use an option that doesn’t require a painful stimulus. A flat buckle collar is a good starting point. With a snap around collar (thin flat buckle) or a Gentle Leader being an option for dogs who need more head control. ~Ken
Sir, my pups looks stress with collar .. is that okay to still put it in? She stop playing right after the collar
I use a regular clip collar but my clip is metal not plastic
What about tracheal collapse?
Have you had/ heard of any dog getting injuries to the neck from using a standard collar? An ill-fitting piece of equipment, or equipment that is used incorrectly, can be harmful even if it is just a flat buckled collar or even a harness. For example, I often see dogs hitting the end of their leash and at the very same moment the person on the other end of the leash pulls back violently so that the dog goes flying through the air.
To me, keeping my dog free of injuries and able to perform movements with a natural range of motion is even more important than getting quick results with our leash training. Perhaps you have someone on your team or among your contacts that knows a little bit more about the anatomy and physiology of the dog that could go more in depth on these issues? That would be really cool, and not something you see often on youtube.
Hi there, Emma! You’re right, this is a good question. Like any piece of equipment, the collar is a tool and it needs to be used correctly. I haven’t heard much specifically about a flat buckle collar specifically causing injury. We have a canine chiropractor on staff and a canine physiotherapist on staff as well and neither of them have mentioned that they have specific concerns. There are dogs that have pre-existing trachea concerns, and some of the teacup breeds have such small necks that a neck collar isn’t the best training option. But they are the exception rather than the rule. Lately, the concern about the change in gait when using something like a harness has us all paying attention. A lot of the agility handlers use a harness when at a competition and recent studies have shown how it can impact a dog’s joints, so we have all taken notice! Using any piece of equipment correctly needs to be our focus, regardless of what that piece of equipment is! Thanks for watching ~Ken
@@McCannDogs I completely agree! I have a harness with a front clip option, and the front clip works great for discouraging pulling, but it's very noticeable that my long-backed dog walks with her back all twisted if I clip the lead in front.
If you ever make a video with your canine chiropractor/ physical therapist there are some questions I have been thinking about a lot:
Is a wider collar safer and how wide should it be? Are there any ways to minimize the stress on the neck (like holding the leash a certain way, etc?)
When looking for a harness that is to be used in tracking, canicross or other activities where the dog is supposed/ allowed to pull, what are the most important factors?
Definitely some great questions, Emma! This is exactly why we have seen anatomical changes over time with the different breeds in the “working group” through breeding. One thing we spend time on in our classes is to teach each student how they need to give their dogs info with their leash. Any redirection needs to be made at the dog’s collar height and in a situation where the dog is pointed directly away, quickly guide the dog into a more perpendicular position with the leash before adding a series of pulses. I’ll see if we can get something together in regard to neck/back health! ~Ken
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Very helpful video, thank you! My question is do you still recommend a flat buckle collar for a Shih tzu puppy & adult dog whose anatomy suggests training using a collar and leash may be harmful? Our puppy comes home soon and we are torn between a collar with leash which is ideal for everything having to do with training vs a harness which does not allow us to use the “bump bump” quick reminder to stay focused and near me, etc.
EVERY Shih tzu owner and our own vet says use a harness with Shih tzu because of fragile trachea and anatomy but I’m afraid we won’t be able to train her properly using the harness. If you DO agree to use the harness with this breed, can you show us some adaptations to our training using the harness? Thanks so much!
Anyone yanking that hard isn't training properly, they're just being impatient and mean. I would begin training with a short leash so that the dog isn't getting a full head of steam running away. It's not necessary (or safe) to yank the dog backwards violently. Just don't move forward until the dog calms down and releases pressure, then move forward with it. It'll take practice and patience. People just expect their dog to be perfect fro the first walk they go on.
Maybe silly but I dont fully understand what am I avoiding in here? The throat of my dog? Like why part of the neck the collar is safe ? Thanks
What dog breed is Sky? Just in love with this dog.
irish wolfhound
how do measure a dogs neck so get the right fit?
Thanks for this very helpful video!
Sky is beautiful! What type of dog is she?
Glad you found it helpful, Heather! Skye is an Irish Wolfhound ~Ken
I have a chorkie with a chihuahua mixed he been good today so he can sleep without it
i have a question which is a bit off topic but im getting a 4 month old puppy in 2 weeks. When i’m not home to take him out is it a good idea to leave a plastic grass taped to the floor with pee pads in her little play pen to pee in cause i know she won’t be able to hold it if i leave her in her crate
The collars of my dogs are always pretty tight as they should be. Each of them wears a thick leather collar and 2 chain collars every time
I have a Jack Russell and she is 4mounts old she's with us for 2mounts now and she still wee's in the house we go out side 8 times a day but still the same problem what suld we do?Please help us.
Hi there! I have a playlist for you to check out so you can make sure you’re following all the right steps. Here’s a link: Puppy Potty Training Tips th-cam.com/play/PL7BBgLulherkDs-Zi5TTSxcJq8QCHMLRj.html
Thanks for watching! ~Ken
What do y'all think about martingale collars?
Hi there, Cora! Martingale collars aren’t great for training because of their restriction and movement. The non-specific tension created when your dog hits the end of their leash changes each time. We want our dogs to feel the tension (our cue is the clip lifting) and respond to that. With a Martingale, that pressure changes each time. It is definitely possible to train loose leash behaviors on those dynamic collars, but it’s a slower process. Some breeds may require a collar like that because of their head/neck shape, so they are less likely to slip a collar. But In most cases, adjusting a flat buckle collar will be a better training choice! Thanks for watching ~Ken
@@McCannDogs Thank you, Ken!
@@McCannDogs interesting that you've had that experience 🤔 I used a martingale when training my service dog and it was quick and the best tool we've used, but I don't know I guess we all just have different experiences 🤷♀️
I can’t get a collar to fit high up on my dog without it being too tight.
If it’s high, I can’t fit fingers under it. The moment I can fit fingers under it, he’s able to shake it down to the base of his neck. Idk what to do
So how wld you put a collar on a 7 yr old mill dog.
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I try to help people out, my neighbors mostly, all the time. And I've adjusted their collars for them before but they are one of many types of people that think, it's to tight, it's unsafe for their dogs. My neighbor even tried to tell me one time that my dogs collar was to tight but she was able to get 2 fingers in the collar, which is what I go by, the 2 finger rule. And I try to tell her that that is the proper fit for any dog and she just thinks I'm crazy. Lol. That's ok though. At the end of the day, I'm way more responsible than my neighbors. I love everyone's dogs and want the best for them but I can't force my neighbors to be responsible. Unfortunately. Lol.
You are right , plastic no good
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And if she pulls back, that leather collar's gonna slip right off.
Please help ! We just got a 6 week old dachshund he just made 7 weeks and we just introduced a collar, when the collar is on he yelps as if he is in pain and he can’t take more than 2-3 steps before he starts yelling again and he try’s to scratch it off with his hind legs, how do we continue to encourage the collar without discouraging him in the process ?
take it slow, associate the collar with things he likes, e.g. treats, a toy, pats and love. When you put it on, distract him from it with those things, or if he's very persistent at trying to get it off, take it really slowly, .i.e. let him sniff the collar, reward if he react calmly, lay the collar on his neck, reward again if calm, put on loosely, etc. you may need to repeat these steps as many times as it takes for him to react calmly at the next step.
My dogs collars all are very tight on his neck thats the best way
If harnesses are discouraged, what about for small breed puppies and dog. I'm worried about hurting our dog during walks etc.
Haha i bet you arnt here 1 minute after this video is released
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1: 30 Plastic breakaway collars are more for cats, because dogs can't climb things as easily, this is a safety feature.
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The reason you would want them for cats is to prevent choking, caused by getting caught on a fence, a tree, doorknob, roof hinge, anything else you can think of.....
If you ever plan to leash train your cat, a harness is preferable for the same reason.
Have you trained any Newfies!!??
Do NOT I REPEAT DO NOT GET PLASTIC COLLAR BUCKLES- my dog ran away from me- his collar came undone quick and he ran so fast luckily i caught him- he ran for blocks - my anxiety- but hes ok and we are home now- getting a metal buckle collar ASAP. My dog is a 8 month old Shiba Inu male
Thank you
Or just buy the ezydog double up collar. It uses a plastic buckle but when connected to a leash it uses 2 d rings to take all the pressure off the plastic buckle.
The more ya know…..
Less force it takes doesn't mean the dog won't pull hard.
When I went to petco before entering I saw this man with his son and they had two medium sized dogs and one of them was pulling the man and the man just yanked the leash really hard almost choking the poor dog.
Leash popping is very painful and unnecessary. If a dog is pulling really hard you should get treats and make them sit and if they don't listen you should pull them back gentler instead of yanking them. I hope that dog is okay.
@@crying5801 yeah me too
I couldn’t focus on you, I was just focusing on Sky
What about in an emergency where you need to pull your dog back? I hate the idea of pulling by the neck
I cant turn the notification bell on because your channel is set-up as media for kids
I have a 5 week old husky puppy and im really struggling with potty training and i cant take him outside because i live an the city in a 4th floor apartment
Not to be rude, but your puppy should still be with his mother at that age. It is normal that he/she isn't potty trained at that age. You also answered your own question. If you can't take him out so you can't potty train him. A husky is not an appartment dog at all. It is a working breed, that needs lots of exercise. I hope that helps.
Tiffany Bullrich right ? Find that puppy’s mom or a professional and get a pug or something
They are supposed to stay with their mother for atleast 8 weeks? How did you manage to get one for 5 weeks, you should of bought a dog from a reputable breeder. Yeah, a husky is a bit too big and energetic for an apartment. Should of done more research.
I would rather use a prong
I’m always afraid I’m going to choke my puppy.
I had that feeling as well. They should respond better and it won't choke them if they respond well and follow your pull, instead of opposing.
i dont like this period! I would want someone to put collar on my neck, no sir, i hate this, wish thier was another way!