Sometimes, one article is not enough to relay all the information pertaining to a subject. That is the case with the recent column about Martingale collars and half check collars. The debate about the different types of choke collars was the subject but there was not space to discuss the proper fit and position of these types of collars, which is a very important aspect of using Martingale and Half Check collars.
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.
Half check collars, or half choke collars, are typically manufactured of leather or nylon webbing and chain, while Martingale collars are made entirely of nylon webbing. Both collars have a dual-loop design which functions by tightening around the dogs neck when it is attempting to remove its head from the collar, yet it will loosen when the struggling dog stops fighting. The distinctive, restricted closing of the half check collar and the Martingale collar averts it from becoming too snug. Nonetheless, proper fit and positioning is crucial when using these types of collars.
The Martingale collar, which is generally constructed entirely of nylon webbing, has two loops. A smaller, control loop, contains a dee ring for attaching the leash. The second loop enables the collar to tighten or loosen to fit the dog perfectly. Buckles are sometimes added so the collar can be buckled around the dog's neck.
Fit and positioning of the Martingale collar is as follows, place it over the dog's neck and position the collar up in back of the dog's ears. While holding this position, make the appropriate adjustments. When tension is applied to the dee ring, the smaller control loop should close. The two pieces of hardware attached to the control loop should not touch. If they do make contact, adjust the collar so that it contracts to a minimum of 2 inches.
In many ways, the Half Check Collar is similar to the Martingale except the control loop is made of chain rather than webbing . They have two loops which work in the same fashion. The dee ring is attached to the chain control loop and is also used to attach a leash. The chain is connected to either the webbing or the leather part of the collar with metal hardware
The half check collar is fitted in the same fashion as the Martingale collar. If the dog attempts to back out of the collar, the chain retracts the webbing or leather and contains the dog. The chain will never contact the dog. The noise that the tightening chain makes also makes a training tool as the dog tugs against the collar.
When trying out both of these collars, it becomes apparent how equivalent these two collars really are. Fundamentally, these collars act the same way. More importantly, these two collars are more gentle to your dog while tethered to a leash.
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.
Half check collars, or half choke collars, are typically manufactured of leather or nylon webbing and chain, while Martingale collars are made entirely of nylon webbing. Both collars have a dual-loop design which functions by tightening around the dogs neck when it is attempting to remove its head from the collar, yet it will loosen when the struggling dog stops fighting. The distinctive, restricted closing of the half check collar and the Martingale collar averts it from becoming too snug. Nonetheless, proper fit and positioning is crucial when using these types of collars.
The Martingale collar, which is generally constructed entirely of nylon webbing, has two loops. A smaller, control loop, contains a dee ring for attaching the leash. The second loop enables the collar to tighten or loosen to fit the dog perfectly. Buckles are sometimes added so the collar can be buckled around the dog's neck.
Fit and positioning of the Martingale collar is as follows, place it over the dog's neck and position the collar up in back of the dog's ears. While holding this position, make the appropriate adjustments. When tension is applied to the dee ring, the smaller control loop should close. The two pieces of hardware attached to the control loop should not touch. If they do make contact, adjust the collar so that it contracts to a minimum of 2 inches.
In many ways, the Half Check Collar is similar to the Martingale except the control loop is made of chain rather than webbing . They have two loops which work in the same fashion. The dee ring is attached to the chain control loop and is also used to attach a leash. The chain is connected to either the webbing or the leather part of the collar with metal hardware
The half check collar is fitted in the same fashion as the Martingale collar. If the dog attempts to back out of the collar, the chain retracts the webbing or leather and contains the dog. The chain will never contact the dog. The noise that the tightening chain makes also makes a training tool as the dog tugs against the collar.
When trying out both of these collars, it becomes apparent how equivalent these two collars really are. Fundamentally, these collars act the same way. More importantly, these two collars are more gentle to your dog while tethered to a leash.
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The owner of the dog ought to be educated about the types of collars available and how to use them appropriately as to not inflict harm to the dog. Jim Witt suggests visiting Country Brook Design to view the wide assortment of custom made Martingale Collars that are available in many sizes and colors.
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