The invention and proliferation of electronic dog training collars resulted in a much easier, less time consuming dog training. These collars allow dog owners to train their dogs at home, and often save them money and time by not requiring them to take their dogs to training classes anymore.

Types

Based on the type of correction stimulus, electric dog training collars can be categorized into three different types. The three types are electronic, sonic, and spray.

Electronic Dog Training Collars

These collars operate by offering a harmless, mild static electric shock when the collar senses the vibrations of the vocal chord of the pet. There are a few methods to this as some products require the owner to make the correction with the push of a button.

The main advantage of this type of training collar is that it’s very effective in training the pet and making it understand that barking is not allowed in some situations. The collar is also very easy to use. The disadvantage that is attributed by some to this collar is the effects of static used on the dog.

Sonic Collars

Other type of electronic collars use sound instead. This kind of collar functions by offering a sound that distracts the pet when he gets involved in unwanted behavior. These collars are usually preferred by those who think that the ones that deliver static shocks are unethical and cruel.

Spray Collars

The third type of electronic dog training collar is the spray collar. You’ll find that these collars contain a canister which spouts out the citronella spray upon sensing the unwanted behavior of the dog. This collar is by far the most accepted one by people who think the other two are somewhat cruel, yet it requires some extra work, such as constantly refilling the canisters and taking them off at night and at times when the dog is playing and should be allowed to bark at ease.

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