How to choose the right dog collar?
When choosing a collar for your dog, consider the following:
- What will the collar be used for?
- How does your dog behave on a walk?
- What shape is your dogs head?
A good collar fits well, feels comfortable to wear and distributes the pressure caused by tugging and pulling over a wider area of the dog's neck.
To find the right size, start by measuring the circumference of your dog's neck. Don't stretch the tape measure to the maximum but leave about a finger's worth of space under the measurement tape.
Collar materials and features
A dog's collar is usually subject to heavy use. Hurtta collars are made of high quality, durable materials. Some collars, such as the Casual Collar ECO, are made mainly from recycled materials. We favour weather-resistant neoprene in our material.
When choosing a collar, it is also important to consider ergonomics and safety. For example, a half-choke dog collar is suitable for adults and everyday-obedient dogs for training and walking. Make sure that the half-choke collar is just the right size for your dog and does not choke the dog when tightened. The collar is not for the intention of choking, but to tighten just enough to prevent the dog's head from slipping out. It is therefore suitable for dogs that can walk on a leash without wrenching and are under the control of the owner. The collar buckles are secure and feature high performance, high visibility 3M reflectors for added safety.