The latest advancement in collars is the GPS dog tracking collar, using the same technology used in tracking wildlife and navigating oceans. These collars have a GPS receiver to pinpoint a dog’s location anywhere in the world, and software to record that location.
Lighted dog collars can be so entertaining that it’s easy to forget they were designed for safety. Glow sticks and reflective tape are similar. They were originally designed as safety devices too, but they can be so entertaining that new novelty products were developed from the original designs. I don’t know who came up with the idea that a dog should wear a collar with bulbs that light up like a Christmas tree. Of course it originated as a safety precaution, but in the dark out in the yard at night (especially on a black dog), a lighted dog collar can be very amusing.
The idea behind the prong collar is to provide a pinch to your dog during training. Some think that this is to duplicate the effect of a mother dog grabbing an offending pup by the scruff of the neck. What is most important with this collar is that it is properly fitted.
Most of the collars available have some type of mechanism aimed at helping you to train your dog. Generally, the available collars are a normal nylon or leather, rolled or not, buckle collar, choke chain collar, halter, a muzzle harness or head halter, prong collar, or even electric collars.
Dog ownership requires the purchase of a number of supplies and dog training aids. Most of the really necessary items for dog care are fairly obvious, but there are literally thousands of optional items available that you can purchase for your dog.
There are several factors to consider when choosing the right food for your dog. Dogs have different nutritional needs at different stages in their lives.
Just like with toys given to children at Christmas time, you might want to rotate the toys your puppy has access to at any one time. Too many toys all at once can be overwhelming to your puppy. Rotating through the toys can help keep your puppy from becoming bored with his toys.
Our list begins with dog bedding. This can be a pillow, blanket or a special mat. Some dog trainers believe the best is a doggie mat or pillow stuffed with a combination of fiberfill and cedar chips. The cover should be removable and washable.
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