Dog Training Collars for Walking

Getting your dog used to walking on a leash requires a lot of training. When you’re working on dog training for leashes, it’s important to choose the right kind of collar. Learn more about the different types that are available.

Flat Buckle or Snap Collar

These are common dog collars that many dogs wear. Although they’re good for carrying ID tags, they’re not a great choice for dog training. Your dog can easily get out of one if it’s on too loose, and she’ll still be able to lunge and pull when you take her out for walks.

Head Halter or Head Collar

If your dog tends to pull on the leash a lot, a head halter or collar can reduce this behavior. This type of collar goes over the head and moves your dog in the opposite direction if she pulls. The idea behind this is to teach her that pulling won’t get her where she wants to go, which should cause her to stop. Just remember that it could take a bit of time for your dog to adjust to wearing this kind of collar. If you plan on using a head halter or collar, make sure you get one that fits right. This helps ensure that it works correctly and doesn’t harm your dog.

Martingale Collar

Martingale collars are usually a good choice for dogs that have a thicker neck and smaller head, since they can get out of regular collars with ease. These collars have a bigger loop that fits around your dog’s neck and a small loop that holds the leash. If your dog pulls, the bigger loop gets tighter in order to stop your dog from getting loose.

Prong, Shock and Choke Collars

These types of collars are inhumane ones to use for dog training. They teach dogs by causing them pain or discomfort, such as choking them or pinching their skin. Avoid using these collars and choose a humane one instead, so your dog will learn to walk on a leash without learning to fear you.

What Happens When I Board My Dog?

Knowing what to expect when you bring your dog into DoGone Fun for boarding can help you feel more comfortable about it. Your dog will enjoy plenty of playtime, get a good night’s rest every night and be given attention so she won’t feel lonely. The following provides you with a look at how your dog’s day will go when you bring her in for dog boarding.

Morning Routine

Drop off times for dogs are between 7 and 9 a.m. After you drop your dog off, she’ll have a chance to meet some of the other dogs at our facility. We’ll give her breakfast at 8 a.m., then let her play outdoors with her new friends. If you signed your dog up for obedience training during dog boarding, we’ll have these sessions in the morning and in the early afternoon.

Afternoon Routine

Dogs at our facility get a break from playing around mid-day. Your dog will have lunch at 12 p.m. if you requested a meal at this time. If not, your dog will have a chance to relax and take a nap for an hour or so before heading back outside for more playtime. If your dog will be getting a bath or having any grooming done, this usually happens during the afternoon. Afterwards, your dog can play outside again. Keep in mind that our facility has an indoor play area in addition to an outdoor play area, so your dog can have plenty of playtime even when the weather’s bad. You can also check on your dog during playtime by viewing our webcam.

Evening Routine

When your dog stays with us for dog boarding, she’ll have dinner between 5 and 6 p.m. The evening hours at our facility are more relaxed, so that dogs can calm down and sleep well at night. Since they get more than eight hours of playtime, they need this time to rest. If you’re unable to pick up your dog by late afternoon or early evening, we have later pickup times available during the week from 7 to 10 p.m.

What do dog groomers actually do?

Professional dog groomers are responsible for handling many different tasks that help dogs stay in good health and look their best. They also have other responsibilities that don’t directly involve handling dogs, such as cleaning up the grooming area. Find out more about what dog grooming is like for those who do this professionally.

Customer Care

Dog groomers don’t just work with dogs when doing their job. They also spend time interacting with customers, such as setting up appointments and providing them with information about services. Dog groomers also address any questions or concerns customers have and talk to them after grooming sessions to find out if they’re pleased with how it went.

Coat Care

One of the most common dog grooming tasks that groomers do is giving dogs baths, which helps keep their skin healthy and their coat clean and shiny. They also give dogs haircuts or style their hair as requested by customers. Dog groomers also offer different kinds of shampoo, such as shampoos for dogs with white fur.

Nail Care

Professional dog groomers keep nails short, which makes walking more comfortable for dogs and lowers the risk of having nails get caught and torn. Dog groomers need to be able to provide a calm environment for dogs who don’t like having their nails trimmed. Some also color a dog’s nails if requested.

Ear Care

Some dog groomers help keep your dog’s ears healthy during grooming sessions by checking for signs of mites or infections. They also clean ears to clear away dirt and bacteria that could cause health issues.

Dental Care

Dog grooming sessions sometimes include teeth brushing, which is an important part of helping dogs maintain a healthy mouth. They use toothpaste and a toothbrush designed for dogs in order to provide quality dental care.

Grooming Area Care

Professional dog groomers spend part of their day cleaning the grooming area. This includes making sure that all supplies, tools and equipment used for grooming is sterilized or thoroughly cleaned. Having a clean grooming area reduces the risk of spreading infections and illnesses among dogs.