Properly selected ammunition will make walking with the dog comfortable and protect the pet from dangerous situations. In pet stores there are a huge number of collars for dogs. They differ not only in price, but also in purpose. Let’s figure out which collar is best for a dachshund.
Leather products
Leather collars look unusually aesthetically pleasing, they are chosen by the owners, who attach importance to the appearance of the pet. Quality leather goods have double or triple firmware, thanks to which they do not wear out for a long time.
When choosing a collar, you should look at its inner surface. There should not be threads and knots, these are signs of marriage. Poor firmware can injure the skin of the animal.
The only significant drawback of such collars for dachshunds is their high cost. If the product is of high quality, it can cost several thousand rubles.
Collars with extension
This collar is designed for hyperactive dogs. Its design allows you to reduce pressure on the throat and does not strangle it with sharp throws of the animal. The herring collar does not rub the neck. The product received such a name because of its shape resembling a fish. It is used most often for hunting breeds.
The herring collar is recommended by all dog handlers specifically for dachshunds as a product that allows you to maintain the health of the dog's spine.
Soft with clasp
Such a textile collar comes with a semi-automatic fastener and without it. Thanks to the buckle, you can adjust the width of the neck.
The product is convenient in that it can be customized to the changing parameters of a growing dog. A special fastener (fastex) eliminates the need to cut new holes as the pet grows older. When the puppy grows up, the collar can be changed to another.
Rubber options
Collars for dachshunds are made not only of leather, but also of elastic rubber. Thanks to modern materials, such products can be easily cleaned of dirt. In addition, rubber collars have hypoallergenic properties, they are resistant to temperature extremes. The micro-adjustment system will help to adjust the product to the size of the pet’s neck.
Chain collars for the exhibition
If a dog participates in exhibitions, its owner often acquires a metal collar. The chain attracts the attention of viewers and emphasizes the attractiveness of the appearance of the dachshund.
To correctly calculate the length of such a collar, you need to add 5 cm to the girth of the neck. The steel product is removed before swimming and other water procedures.
When choosing a collar, you should pay attention to its links, they must be made of high-quality alloy. Chemical impurities in the metal can irritate the skin and coat of the animal. It is desirable that the links are welded, then they can withstand strong jerks. If there are gaps in them, the dog’s hair can get there, which will cause injury.
Dog Training Collar
Similar products are designed to adjust the behavior of the animal. They can be:
- lamellar - with short teeth, allowing to train the pet;
- wire - with long spikes, they are suitable for dogs with long hair, there is no need to put on dachshunds.
A strict dog collar (parfors) often causes controversy among dog breeders. Some consider it an inhumane means, others believe that there is no alternative to such a product if you need to teach the animal obedience.
Parfors are made of a metal chain with spikes; it has large links. From the outside it seems that the animal is in pain when wearing such a collar, but instructors say that this is a completely safe method for training.
Selection rules
When choosing a strict collar for a dachshund, the diameter of the product and the length of its spikes should be taken into account. The diameter should exceed the circumference of the neck by several centimeters (usually 5 cm is recommended), but so that the pet does not take off the collar from itself. The parameter is measured below the ears, at the very throat, and it is at this point that the dog wears a “planer”.
Ideally, when buying a product, try it on a dog. It is also worth checking if the links are fastened properly and if they break during a sharp jerk. Parfors requires a proper fit, otherwise it will cause the animal pain, irritation and unwillingness to obey.
Manufacturers produce collars for shorthair and long-haired breeds. Of course, for dachshunds you must purchase the first option. Parforts with spikes with rubber tips at the ends are also sold. Such products cause pain to the dog when worn, as they rub rubber teeth on its coat. This should be borne in mind, and you can only use such planers in exceptional cases with very naughty pets.
Terms of Use
Parfors for a dog is a method of its training. It may be needed, for example, when the pet does not obey during the walk and pulls the leash on itself. It is impossible to use a strict collar for a long time, and even more so constantly.
In order to accustom a pet to a “planer”, at first it is worth putting it on for a while at home. Training in such ammunition should last no more than an hour. If you wear the product for a long time, it can lead to irritation of the skin of the dog.
During the walk, if the animal tries to jerk forward, it should be pulled briefly by the "planer". This will stop the pet and make the owner obey. So the dachshund will understand that it has done something inappropriate and, over time, will learn to behave correctly.
But don’t wear a “planer” for each walk, so that the animal does not have an association of pain and irritation associated with the street. In the worst case, the dog can become shy.
After training, it is worth removing the “planer” from the pet in order to protect it from accidental injury. There are cases when dogs left in such collars unattended for a long time, seriously injured themselves, which led to death.
If the dachshund has learned to show obedience, you can part with the “strict”. If everything is done correctly, the pet will obey the owner in the usual soft collar.
Dog handlers emphasize that the use of "strict" is only a temporary measure, and it is necessary to teach an animal obedience without using such a product.
The use of a noose
Some dog handlers recommend starting a pet training by putting on a regular ribbon or string. This version of the dog training collar, also called the noose, accustoms the puppy to the correct behavior from the first days of life.
If an adult dog is being raised, it is also such a mild option that might suit you at first, before using a heavy leather product that a four-legged friend will try to immediately throw off.
Electronic collars
This convenient invention is available in various forms. All GPS collars are divided into:
- Depending on the breed. For miniature decorative dogs (including dachshunds) products with low weight have been developed. For hunting breeds produced collars are equipped with many useful functions.
- Depending on the battery capacity. For hunting breeds, the charge should be greater than for decorative ones.
- By a set of functions. The most expensive devices have a wide range of functions that allow you to accurately track the minimum radius of a pet.
- Depending on the purpose of use. GPS collars are divided into tracking devices and electronic leads for training the animal.
GPS collars are very convenient and safe. With their help, you can find an animal if it is suddenly lost. The product locates using online navigation via satellite communications. The current location is displayed on the device that comes with the collar, or on the phone and computer.
The GPS tracker is combined with the mobile device and transmits data via the SIM card.
What to consider when choosing?
When choosing an electronic collar for a dog, you should consider the breed and purpose of the device. Technical characteristics of each model are different. They differ:
- area coverage;
- battery capacity;
- the presence of a vibration signal;
- the dimensions of the device itself;
- the presence of an anxiety button.
The functionality and cost of the electronic collar differ depending on the model. Before buying, you should clearly understand why this device is purchased.
Putting the product on the dog, you should securely fix it on the animal. It is also worth considering the battery life and the radius of the device.
Opinions of dog breeders Reviews about GPS-collars are the most controversial. Some owners are happy with the device, while others consider it a useless device. Such collars are often acquired by owners of dogs involved in the hunt. Devices help track the location of a pet in a forest where there is no mobile connection. Also, the device is useful to owners of dachshunds, who often go to the cottage and let the pet go for free walk there. As a rule, the owners are very satisfied with the collar, provided that it is of high quality.
I must say that such products have not at all a small price and it varies from 2,000 to 90,000 rubles. Negative reviews relate mainly to low-budget models that do not cope with the declared functionality and do not help owners quickly find their dog. So if you need to purchase a GPS-collar, you should not save, otherwise you can purchase a completely unnecessary item.
Can I wear a harness?
Some dog breeders wonder: which is better - harness or collar for a dachshund? This question is very serious. The harness allows you to replace the collar. But a dog dressed in such equipment can freely pull its owner in the direction it needs, without experiencing any obstacles.
Dog handlers are categorically against the use of harnesses for dachshunds. This version of the collar leads to violations in the setting of the paws, turning them out. This, in turn, deforms the spine and can cause serious illness.
Carrying a harness, the dachshund constantly cranes its neck. And this is harmful, especially for young individuals. The dog will get used to keep his neck close to the ground, this will spoil its appearance, fixed by the standards of the breed. The back of the dachshund will then take the form of a dome, the load will not be distributed correctly.
What to do, is there an alternative? Of course have. Experts advise you to purchase the previously described herring collar with leash for dachshunds. Puppies are suitable for soft options, and adults can wear stiffer leather ones. Such collars will not harm the cervical vertebrae and preserve the health of the four-legged.
How to determine the size?
Dog collar sizes are labeled differently depending on the manufacturer. Also, various trading floors can offer their own classification of goods.
To choose the right collar for the dachshund, you should measure the base of the pet’s neck with a soft tape. Pulling too tight is not worth it. The index finger should fit between the neck and the ribbon. The required collar length must exceed the parameter obtained by a few centimeters.
Usually collars with a length of 35-41 cm are suitable for dachshunds, the marking will be different depending on the manufacturer, as mentioned earlier. Collars for rabbit dachshunds will be one or two sizes smaller. These miniature animals are much smaller than their usual counterparts.
How to choose a collar for a dachshund?
In this process, it is worth listening to some recommendations:
- When deciding on the choice of a collar, it is worth reading the description of the product. They will indicate the material of manufacture, which can be important.
- All measurements should be made in advance, before purchase. Then you can compare the figures with the seller’s classification tables.
- Often, reviews of other customers about a particular collar for a dachshund can help. It will be useful to heed the advice of the seller.
Following the recommendations set forth in the article, the owner will be able to easily select the right collar for the dachshund.