BetterDogCollars.com was created to give you a one stop shop for dog collar research. This information should help you personalize your dog collar purchase for you.
I am a certified Professional Pet Sitter with years of dog walking experience. Over the years, I used all the different collars on various dog breeds. I have seen some great dog collars being used and lots of ill-fitting collars in use.
When I became a Dog Mom, I have purchased many types of collars to handle my dog on a walk. She pulled and lunged during the walk so I tried all collars and harnesses to correct this issue. Then 4 years ago, I was fortunate to enroll in “Training Cesar’s Way” in Southern California at the Dog Psychology Center. I took the “Master the Walk” class with our 2 dogs. The training was invaluable and made me more in tune with my dog’s needs.
I am bringing this applied experience together in this website to help you pick a Better Dog Collar. This information should eliminate making the wrong collar choice.
Personalizing Your Dog’s Collar Based on Function
Collars are made with different intended purposes. On this website, each collar will be identified based on its function. You will be able to 
search for collars based on the collar’s purpose. The functional categories are listed here:
- Identifying
- Training
- Restraining
- Locating
- Styling
Your Dog’s Collar Based on Visual Needs (Style)
While collars are “equipment” for your dog with identification, training, restraining and locating functions, the collar must also be visually pleasing to you.
The dog doesn’t care about the color or style of the collar he wears. But as the owner, you may care since you look at the dog hundreds of time a day. The collar needs to be visually pleasing to you and support your view of your dog’s personality.
Color and materials can be used to portray your dog differently to other humans. We all have probably seen a small Chihuahua with a black spike collar to give the illusion that the dog is fierce. I use color on my dog also. Stella, my blue nosed Am Staff Terrier scares neighbors due to her breed. Stella sports a pretty, pink collar and pink harness when we walk. This helps soften the initial reactions from strangers.
I will discuss collar color and material options in the review of the collar.
A Dog Collar Based on Dog’s Size, Breed and Age Needs
In this website, you will also receive input on how the collar would match your dog based on its size, breed and age. Upon reviewing the collars, inputs will be made based on the physical stature and age need of your dog.
Size: Some collars don’t fit well on some size of dogs.
Breed: Some collars shouldn’t be used on some breeds due to possible physical damage or lack of neck length.
Age: As your dog ages, you may find the need to change your collars to reduce your dog’s arthritis pain or mobility issues.
How to Personalize Your Dog’s Collar – Use Reviews
As you get an understanding of your chosen dog collar, you will be able to review details of this collar as compared to other dog collars. Each review will have the following details and pictures:
- Collar Description
- Main function
- Notes on Breeds, Sizes or Age
- What I Love About the Collar
- Any Cautions
- Price Range
- Recommended Companies which Sell This Collar
Personalized Dog Collars – How to Use this Guide
Filter through the information on this site for your dog’s needs. Read up on all different kinds of collars and which collars are best for what you are trying to achieve. I gave you links on this site to quickly get you to the company that can sell you the chosen collar. But don’t stop there!
Once you buy the collar and use it the first time – watch the dog’s reactions. Dogs have spent years watching humans and interpreting what the humans are thinking, feeling and needing. Now, it is your time to watch your dog and his reaction to the collar.
- Is it too tight?
- Too constraining?
Too loose?- Does it constrict your dog’s movement?
- Does it land on your dog’s arthritis hot spots?
- Does it help guide your dog on the walk?
- Does your dog pull while using this collar also?
- Can you see your dog’s identification easily and from a distance?
Understanding your dog and their specific needs will help you choose a better dog collar.
Please feel free to reach out with questions or comments at the end of this post.
Here’s to a wonderful life with your dog!
Jenny
BetterDogCollars.com