Collars Are Not Safe for Dogs
Collars - including choke chains, prong collars, remote/e-shock collars, and regular collars - cause neck and other injuries to dogs.
Dr. Peter Dobias (Veterinarian):
“For years, I have observed the relationships between neck injuries and the health of dogs. I have learned that when the flow of energy in the neck is interrupted or restricted, a whole array of problems may arise including lameness, skin issues, allergies, lung and heart problems, digestive issues, ear and eye conditions and thyroid gland dysfunction, to name a few. I also suspect that if a patient has severe energy flow congestion in the neck area, they have higher cancer rates.”
“Trachea and esophagus - Two pipes that like freedom - The trachea and esophagus are two more structures in the neck that deserve protection. Their location also makes them susceptible to injuries from collars. The two most common problems are megaesophagus (lack of muscle tone and esophagus enlargement) and collapsing trachea, especially in smaller dogs. Think of a ripped plastic vacuum cleaner hose. If you try to pull something using a vacuum cleaner hose, the pressure will eventually make it collapse. One does not need a medical school degree to see that a collar should only be used for attaching an ID tag and not to control dogs, especially those who pull or are high strung.”
What about dog trainers recommending prong and shock collars?
“If you have any trainers telling you the use of a choke and prong collar is okay or if they teach you to jerk on the leash, talk to them or choose another trainer. I see some trainers are adamant that using collars for corrections is okay. In light of what you just learned this can't be true.”
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