Thursday, December 1, 2011

Dog Collars Can Be Practical And Trendy

By Ann Myers


Dog collars help keep our furry best friends safe, but just because they are a functional piece doesn't meant that they can't also serve as a fashionable accessory too. Some neck wear for canines are made strictly to keep the identification tags and to attach to a leash, while some are made to help the pup look fashionable. Some are created to help train the animal.

A pet owner should make sure that the neck wear fits the animal's neck properly. If the collar is too large, it may slip off and will not serve its purpose. If it is too tight, the owner may have a hard time getting it onto the pet's neck or it might hurt the animal.

A collar made for function can come in any color and can be constructed of nylon, or another material such as leather. Typically you will find appointments made of metal on the collar where an owner can attach an identification tag. There is usually a loop where a leash can be attached. Those these neck wear options are made for function, they can be both functional and attractive.

There are some pet owners who would rather purchase a collar because of its style rather than its function. These accessories are offered in a variety of patterns and colors. Some of them even feature fabric with a pattern, charms and metal appointments.

Some collars are designed for training purposes and are part of an owner's training system. These neck wear options are made to for easy use and to be durable and of course, with the dog's safety in mind. Some models are made to work with a remote controller that an owner can hold and push a button to send an alert to the animal when he needs to be corrected.

Dog collars are designed for fashion, function or both and come in a wide array of styles, sizes and colors. The owner has many types and styles to choose from and can choose a type that fits the pet and is suited to his own style. The master should attach identification charms to any collar he chooses to assure that the dog would be returned if is is ever lost.




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