Posted by admin | Posted in Supplies | Posted on 15-03-2010
Tags: collar, collars, dog, nylon, seatpost
Dog Training with a Halti or General Leader Collar
Head collars have become an increasingly popular dog training tool in the past few years. Two of the most well known brands of head collar on the market are the Gentle Leader and the Halti, but there are many other brands that incorporate the basic head collar concept.
Although a very helpful tool, a head collar should not be used as a replacement for effective dog training. A head collar is most effective when it is used in combination with strong and sensible dog training methods, such as reward training and other forms of positive reinforcement.
What type of head collar is best?
Many dog owners favor the Gentle Leader design, finding it easier to fit that the Halti. The Gentle Leader is also designed to fasten around the dog’s neck, which means that even if the dog is somehow able to wriggle out of the muzzle, it is still wearing a collar. This safety feature is very important, especially during training outside or in novel situations. The Halti, on the other hand, offers better control of the dog, and for this reason it is often favored when working with larger breeds. It is also useful when training an older dog who has developed any aggressive traits.
Training a dog with a head collar has a number of advantages over training with a traditional or training collar. Head collars are often easier to use for beginning dog trainers than are conventional training collars. Head collars are also quite effective at preventing dogs from pulling, or controlling and retraining dogs that tend to pull.
Head collars can also be quite effective at controlling dogs in difficult situations, such as controlling a dog that wants to be with other dogs. Most owners know of some situations in which their dogs are difficult to control, and head collars can be very useful in volatile situations.
Head collars are excellent for gaining control of dogs that are very strong, or for working with a dog in an area that contains a great many distractions. Head collars are great for when your dog is on an outing, or in an area where there will be other dogs and other distractions.
Are there any disadvantages in using head collars?
Well, yes, head collars do have some distinct disadvantages as well. Head collars tend to encourage a dog’s behavior to be dependent on the equipment being used at the time. Dogs quickly learn the difference between their regular collar and the head collar, and adjust their behavior accordingly, so you may find yourself having to use the head collar as a matter of course.
If a dog is not accustomed to wearing a head collar, there may be such a dislike of wearing it that your dog may paw at it, try to rub it off or pull excessively. If your dog exhibits this behavior, the best strategy is to keep your dog moving until it learns to accept the collar.
When you’re walking your dog with a head collar, you may find that many people think that a head collar is a muzzle, and react to the dog with some trepidation. While this is not necessarily a disadvantage of the head collar, many dog owners do find it troublesome.
So training with a head collar is much like training with a training collar or any other equipment. While the head collar can be an important and useful tool, it is important to fit it properly, use it appropriately, and to combine its use with solid training methods. The eventual goal of dog training with a head collar should be to have the dog behave as well with a regular collar as it does with the specialized head collar. And because some dogs behave differently when in the head collar and a regular collar, this goal may take considerable work to achieve!
About the Author
Ambu Perfit Ace Adjustable Extrication Collars
|
|
StarMark Training Collar, Large, Blue $8.25 The Triple Crown Collar’s patented design enhances communication between you and your dog. This collar provides gentle control and offers a great looking design. It works well for dogs that constantly pull on the leash and makes obedience training a snap. The link design fits together, producing a watchband pattern that any dog would be proud to wear. This also makes it easy to remove links as nee… |
|
|
StarMark Small Training Collar $6.25 The Triple Crown Collar’s patented design enhances communication between you and your dog. This collar provides gentle control and offers a great looking design. It works well for dogs that constantly pull on the leash and makes obedience training a snap. The link design fits together, producing a watchband pattern that any dog would be proud to wear. This also makes it easy to remove links as nee… |
|
|
Petsafe PRF-3004W In-Ground Radio Fence System with Wire and Flags PRF-3004W $131.36 System will cover up to 10 acres with additional wire and flags (refer to model No. PRFA 500). Ultralight receiver comes with a 500′ spool of wire, an adjustable collar, manual, and video CD. Boundary control switch settings: A = greater than 2400′; B = up to 1300′; C = 2400′. 1 level of correction. Should be installed in a dry and protected enviroment. Boundary wire must must be copper and must b… |
|
|
Laerdal Stifneck Select Adjustable Extrication Cervical Collar Adult $8.15 The Stifneck® SelectTM Collar simplifies your job, saves space and provides outstanding immobilization. The quickest and easiest-to-use adjustable collar on the market. All you have to do is measure the patient, select the size, adjust and lock! This collar fits all adult patients and delivers the same superior immobilization you expect from Stifneck® collars… |
|
|
Laerdal Stifneck Select Collar … |
|
|
Spartacus Enterprises Nipple Clamps, Adjustable/Moderate Pressure, Long, 1 Pair $19.24 … |
|
|
Majestic Pets 14 to 20-inch Adjustable Dog Collar $13.99 Majestic Pets dog collar is ideal for medium-sized dogsPet supply is made of heavy-duty nylon webbingDog collar features tough durable plastic side-release buckles |
|
|
Majestic Pets 18 to 26-inch Adjustable Dog Collar $14.08 Majestic Pets dog collar is ideal for large dogsPet supply is made of heavy-duty nylon webbingDog collar features tough durable plastic side release buckles |
|
|
Majestic Pets 10 to 16-inch Adjustable Dog Collar $14.45 Majestic Pets dog collar is ideal for smaller dogsPet supply is made of heavy-duty nylon webbingDog collar features tough durable plastic side release buckles |
|
|
SCOTT NYLON ADJUSTABLE COLLAR SMALL RED $19.73 nylon adjustable collar small red |
|
|
SCOTT NYLON ADJUSTABLE COLLAR SMALL BLACK $19.73 nylon adjustable collar small black |
|
|
SCOTT NYLON ADJUSTABLE COLLAR SMALL BLUE $19.73 nylon adjustable collar small blue |
|
|
SCOTT NYLON ADJUSTABLE COLLAR SMALL GREEN $19.73 nylon adjustable collar small green |
|
|
SCOTT NYLON ADJUSTABLE COLLAR SMALL PURPLE $19.73 nylon adjustable collar small purple |