How to Collar Train Dogs

Every dog must have a license and a rabies tag. An ID tag listing the dog's name and owner's contact information is also a necessity in case it gets lost. Since dogs do not have pockets, they need a way to carry all of this identification around. This is why you should buy a collar for your dog. Collars also allow you to take your dog for walks by providing a place for his leash. There are different types of collars, including regular collars such as flat and head collars, aversive collars such as choke collars, and collars meant for a specific purpose. These include anti-bark and shock collars.

Things You'll Need

  • Dog collar
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Instructions

    • 1

      Purchase a collar for your dog. Regular flat collars are sufficient for everyday wear around the house and yard. Most come with a metal ring for leashes and tags. If your dog pulls on a leash, you might consider buying a head collar for walks, which will limit your dog's ability to charge ahead.

    • 2

      Show your dog the collar and place it on the floor before attempting to secure it around your dog's neck. Allow your dog to sniff or play with the collar as much as it likes. This is the dog's opportunity to learn that its collar is not harmful.

    • 3

      Secure the collar around your dog's neck using the buckle. Make sure the collar fits properly. You should be able to slide two fingers, side-by-side, between your dog's neck and the collar. This will ensure that the collar can't slip off while still giving your dog the freedom to breathe.

    • 4

      Take the collar off of your dog after four or five minutes. Put it on for small amounts of time at first, and gradually increase the length of time your dog wears it. Eventually it will become accustomed to the collar and will happily wear it all day.