Many times, writing one article will trigger the beginning of another. That is exactly what happened with the most recent article about Martingale collars and half check collars. The article discussed the debate over the various types of choke collars. It mentioned the proper fit and position of these types of collars but did not address it. Indeed, this is a crucial aspect of using a Martingale or Half Check collar.
To sum up the previous article, Half check collars and Martingale are similar to choke collars yet are considered to be more humane. Originally designed for sight hounds such as Greyhounds, Whippets, Italian Greyhounds, Bolzoi, Saluki, etc., to prevent them from backing out of a regular collar on account that their necks are larger than their heads.
Manufactured of either leather or nylon webbing with chain, the half check collars or half choke collars, differ as the Martingale collars are made entirely of nylon webbing. Both have a dual-loop design that acts by contracting around the dog's neck when an attempt is made to escape, yet it will release when the struggling subsides. The unique, limited closing effect of the half check collar and the Martingale collar prevents the collar from becoming too tight.
Martingale collars are generally made up entirely of nylon webbing with two loops. A smaller control loop contains a 'D' shaped ring for connecting a dog leash. A larger loop allows the collar to tighten or loosen to fit the dog's neck. Buckles are frequently added so the collar can be snapped around the dog's neck with ease.
To fit and position the Martingale collar correctly, slide it over the dog's head and pull the collar vertically at the rear of the dogs ears. Adjust the collar at this point as this is the position where a regular collar slides over the head. When the dee ring is pulled, the control loop should close. The two pieces of hardware attached to the control loop should be no shorter than two inches from one another and they should never contact one another. If they do touch, the collar is too loose.
The Half Check Collar is comparable to the Martingale except part of this collar is made with chain. Similar to the Martingale, it has two loops which work the same way. The control loop on this type of collar is made of chain. The dee ring is attached to this circle of chain and is used as the attaching point for the leash. The chain is connected to the webbing or leather part of the collar with metal rings
As with the Martingale collar, the half check collar is positioned and fit in the same manner. When the dog pulls or tries to slip this collar over its head, the chain slides through the rings, tightening the webbing around the dog's neck. The chain itself never tightens around the neck. The dog only feels the webbing or the leather. The distinctive clinking noise also serves as a training tool as the dog pulls against the Half check collar.
When learning how to properly fit and position these two collars, it becomes apparent how similar the Martingale and the Half check collars to each other. These collars work virtually the same way to control breeds that would normally be able to slip a regular flat collar over its head. Also, it is apparent that these collars are a more humane way to control dogs that the plain chain choke collar or the prong collar. The owner of the dog must be knowledgeable about these collars and how to use them so that no injury comes to the pet. - 29953
To sum up the previous article, Half check collars and Martingale are similar to choke collars yet are considered to be more humane. Originally designed for sight hounds such as Greyhounds, Whippets, Italian Greyhounds, Bolzoi, Saluki, etc., to prevent them from backing out of a regular collar on account that their necks are larger than their heads.
Manufactured of either leather or nylon webbing with chain, the half check collars or half choke collars, differ as the Martingale collars are made entirely of nylon webbing. Both have a dual-loop design that acts by contracting around the dog's neck when an attempt is made to escape, yet it will release when the struggling subsides. The unique, limited closing effect of the half check collar and the Martingale collar prevents the collar from becoming too tight.
Martingale collars are generally made up entirely of nylon webbing with two loops. A smaller control loop contains a 'D' shaped ring for connecting a dog leash. A larger loop allows the collar to tighten or loosen to fit the dog's neck. Buckles are frequently added so the collar can be snapped around the dog's neck with ease.
To fit and position the Martingale collar correctly, slide it over the dog's head and pull the collar vertically at the rear of the dogs ears. Adjust the collar at this point as this is the position where a regular collar slides over the head. When the dee ring is pulled, the control loop should close. The two pieces of hardware attached to the control loop should be no shorter than two inches from one another and they should never contact one another. If they do touch, the collar is too loose.
The Half Check Collar is comparable to the Martingale except part of this collar is made with chain. Similar to the Martingale, it has two loops which work the same way. The control loop on this type of collar is made of chain. The dee ring is attached to this circle of chain and is used as the attaching point for the leash. The chain is connected to the webbing or leather part of the collar with metal rings
As with the Martingale collar, the half check collar is positioned and fit in the same manner. When the dog pulls or tries to slip this collar over its head, the chain slides through the rings, tightening the webbing around the dog's neck. The chain itself never tightens around the neck. The dog only feels the webbing or the leather. The distinctive clinking noise also serves as a training tool as the dog pulls against the Half check collar.
When learning how to properly fit and position these two collars, it becomes apparent how similar the Martingale and the Half check collars to each other. These collars work virtually the same way to control breeds that would normally be able to slip a regular flat collar over its head. Also, it is apparent that these collars are a more humane way to control dogs that the plain chain choke collar or the prong collar. The owner of the dog must be knowledgeable about these collars and how to use them so that no injury comes to the pet. - 29953
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A dog owner should to be educated about the various collars available and how to use them properly as to not cause injury to the dog. Jim Witt urges you to visit Country Brook Design to view the wide assortment of custom made Martingale Collars that are available in many sizes and colors.
