A dog wants you to put his collar back on him as soon as he's done with his bath. Have you every wondered about that? It is because he loves to wear his collar. Maybe it is time to give him a really fancy collars that he can show off and toss out the cheap one.
Types of Dog Collars
Training Dog Collars: These tighten as you pull on the leash and should only be used when training your dog. They are usually kept connected to the leash. You never use this type to tie out your dog. Belt Buckle: This type of dog collar looks a lot like your belt buckle. It has a buckle clasp and you can adjust it with various holes in the collar. Snap Closure: You pinch one end and stick it into the other end for it to attach. You can adjust the collar with a slider on the collar itself. This is the most popular dog collar these days. Fancy Dog Collar: These are handmade dog collars usually and have rhinestones, elaborate beading on them or beautiful designs. Some fancy dog collar are just necklaces with chains and beads made for dogs to wear.
What Store Sell Fancy Dog Collars
You will not find the coolest, most beautiful dog collars in the pet shops or big box stores. They are sold by the artists who make them. Do a search on the Internet for "beaded dog collar" or "fancy dog collar" and you'll pull up plenty of websites that sell the really cool dog collars.
Dog Collar Sizes
When buying a new dog collar, remember that you need to be able to put two fingers between the dog's neck and the collar. Ideally you should have the width of two fingers room between the neck and collar. So, if your dog have a ten inch neck, purchase a collar that will fit up to 12 inches to make sure you will have enough room and your dog will be comfortable. You don't want it to choke the dog when he puts on a little weight or gets caught up on something.
Colors of Dog Collars
There are many colors to choose from. Find a color that is complimentary to your dog's fur for the best look.
Materials Use to Make Dog Collars
The soft vinyl fabric that is woven is the most popular, carefree material these days. Also available on the market are leather dog collars and beaded dog collars. Whatever the artist likes to work with is fine and those materials are all sturdy and hold up well.
Keepsakes
It is a sad fact of life, but one day you'll probably outlive your dog. Your dog's collar and a keepsake that you'll treasure for the rest of your life. You can make a shadowbox with his or her collar and favorite toys and dog clothes.
Types of Dog Collars
Training Dog Collars: These tighten as you pull on the leash and should only be used when training your dog. They are usually kept connected to the leash. You never use this type to tie out your dog. Belt Buckle: This type of dog collar looks a lot like your belt buckle. It has a buckle clasp and you can adjust it with various holes in the collar. Snap Closure: You pinch one end and stick it into the other end for it to attach. You can adjust the collar with a slider on the collar itself. This is the most popular dog collar these days. Fancy Dog Collar: These are handmade dog collars usually and have rhinestones, elaborate beading on them or beautiful designs. Some fancy dog collar are just necklaces with chains and beads made for dogs to wear.
What Store Sell Fancy Dog Collars
You will not find the coolest, most beautiful dog collars in the pet shops or big box stores. They are sold by the artists who make them. Do a search on the Internet for "beaded dog collar" or "fancy dog collar" and you'll pull up plenty of websites that sell the really cool dog collars.
Dog Collar Sizes
When buying a new dog collar, remember that you need to be able to put two fingers between the dog's neck and the collar. Ideally you should have the width of two fingers room between the neck and collar. So, if your dog have a ten inch neck, purchase a collar that will fit up to 12 inches to make sure you will have enough room and your dog will be comfortable. You don't want it to choke the dog when he puts on a little weight or gets caught up on something.
Colors of Dog Collars
There are many colors to choose from. Find a color that is complimentary to your dog's fur for the best look.
Materials Use to Make Dog Collars
The soft vinyl fabric that is woven is the most popular, carefree material these days. Also available on the market are leather dog collars and beaded dog collars. Whatever the artist likes to work with is fine and those materials are all sturdy and hold up well.
Keepsakes
It is a sad fact of life, but one day you'll probably outlive your dog. Your dog's collar and a keepsake that you'll treasure for the rest of your life. You can make a shadowbox with his or her collar and favorite toys and dog clothes.
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