DOG COLLARS AT EBAY UK AND EBAY USA |
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Pet Shops stock a wide variety of collars and leads and choice is very much personal preference.
Even though a puppy should not be allowed out until its course of vaccinations are complete it is a good idea to get it used to a collar and lead whilst in the house.
Be sure not to fasten any collar too tightly and check that it does not become tight as the puppy grows. It should be possible to slide several fingers under the collar when fastened. Some form of identity tag should be fixed to the collar which can help should the dog become lost or involved in an accident.
A puppy's first reaction to the lead is often to play or chew with it so it is a good idea to attach the lead and walk around the house with the puppy for short intervals to overcome this playfulness and get it used to walking on the lead.
For large dog breeds leather, or a combination of chain and leather leads are best used as these are stronger than leads made from nylon. For smaller breeds, nylon leads are easy to wash and lightweight.
For training purposes a standard type lead is best used. Retractable leads allow a dog to explore or play whilst still being kept under control but can hinder early training.
A check chain is a training aid and not intended to be worn as a collar alone and should never be used on a young puppy as it could damage its neck.
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