A whippet dog collar is generally made out of fabric or nylon that creates a circle like the majority of collars but also has a semicircular shape on the back that is created by another section of the same fabric. The larger loop of the collar fits around the canine's neck and the much smaller loop lies at the back of the neck and has a D-ring which connects to the lead. When relaxed, the collar fits loosely and keeps your pooch comfortable. However, when the canine tries to drag, the secondary loop secures the fabric all around the canine's neck for a delicate no-pull effect. Whippet collars are designed particularly for dogs with heads that are smaller than their necks. These collars softly tighten against the dog's neck if they pull, back up or spin. It is usually worn by greyhounds, whippets, and nervous canines.
Whippet dog collars work much the same method as a choke collar but without any metal against the dog's skin. It also tends to include a soft material or plastic to create the pull rather than a metallic chain. Hounds are much less prone to strangle when using a whippet collar versus a choke collar. These collars are not as effective with bull necked dogs as they have much less of an impact on the dog. In contrast to choke collars, sighthound collars can be used on more fragile necked canines like greyhounds but not recommended for extremely small dogs. There are significantly less doubters of the whippet collar in contrast to the pinch and choke collars. The softer fabric and lower force of the whippet collar against a hounds neck is the reason for such a lower amount of criticism. Increased threat of the dog strangling when left unsupervised while using a whippet collar. This increased suffocating risk results from the fact that if the D-ring on the collar catches on something, the collar will tighten and potentially choke the dog. However, when the collar fits properly and is used only occasionally, it can be a very appropriate training solution. |
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