Is this collar stainless steel or chrome plated? If i have a 48lb malinois with a 15" neck, should i go with 3.0mm or 2.25mm?
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It is chrome plated but have used one of mine for several years without any quality issues. They tend to run large so I recommend the smaller collar. They are meant as a training tool so I use mine only for this purpose. My dogs wear regular collars otherwise. Love Malinois. Very smart!
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It is chrome plated unless it is marked SS. I typically use the 2.25 on all dogs because I feel it had better contact and gives better information to the dog. But I have found the 3.0 to be a little better with longer haired dogs because it tangles less. Youtube is a great place to find this info out as well.
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hard to say, if it is real stainless. Will tell you if it says 16 inch is absolute maximum opening you get. That means your dog's head must go thought this opening easily. We ended up buying from Petco or other pet store. Was cheaper and we tried prior to buy.
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I can't speak definitively to either question. I have had the collar for two years now and there are no signs of rust. I doubt it is stainless - more likely chrome plated steel. I don't think the MM size is as important as learning how to use the collar. There are YouTube videos that show, for example, how never to actually pull on the collar. Remember the links are removable to adjust the neck size. At 48 pounds - this seems like a reasonable inflection point in dog size to go for the larger size.
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From what I read most are chrome plated. I think they make some larger sizes in stainless but I'm not sure. I bought a 3.0mm, 16" collar for my 72 lb golden retriever. I had to remove several links to get it to fit snug and high on his neck, but he is a very thin golden. I could have gone with a small mm and I'm sure it would have worked well. There is an excellent video on YouTube about prong collars, how to fit, size etc. from a trainer that I have learned a great deal from. The video is "Solid K9 Training How to Prong Collar". He has other videos on how to start training with a prong collar etc. Good luck! From what I read most are chrome plated. I think they make some larger sizes in stainless but I'm not sure. I bought a 3.0mm, 16" collar for my 72 lb golden retriever. I had to remove several links to get it to fit snug and high on his neck, but he is a very thin golden. I could have gone with a small mm and I'm sure it would have worked well. There is an excellent video on YouTube about prong collars, how to fit, size etc. from a trainer that I have learned a great deal from. The video is "Solid K9 Training How to Prong Collar". He has other videos on how to start training... » Read More From what I read most are chrome plated. I think they make some larger sizes in stainless but I'm not sure. I bought a 3.0mm, 16" collar for my 72 lb golden retriever. I had to remove several links to get it to fit snug and high on his neck, but he is a very thin golden. I could have gone with a small mm and I'm sure it would have worked well. There is an excellent video on YouTube about prong collars, how to fit, size etc. from a trainer that I have learned a great deal from. The video is "Solid K9 Training How to Prong Collar". He has other videos on how to start training with a prong collar etc. Good luck! « Show Less
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This is a fully plated spring steel collar with very blunt tips. I personally would go with the 3.0mm. Both my 86 lb Golden and 80 lb. Rottweiler use this set up on a daily basis. I had previously used a smaller gauge, but they quickly out grew them. Very excellent quality, no problems in 1.5 years. The 16" is pretty standard. You can purchase extra clips or remove if the collar is too big.
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I have answered the "size" question many times on amazon. It is unfortunate that the sizes are not listed. If you go to Perri's web site (perrisleather.com) the sizes are listed as follows: XS: 3/8" X 8.5- 10", Sm: 3/4" x 10-13", Md: 1" x 12-16", Lg: 1" x 16-20", X-Large: 1" x 20"-25" Brown collar has solid brass hardware, except for extra small, which has stainless, black collar has stainless steel hardware. I trust that this information helps. Perri's dog collars are of excellent quality
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You can actually contact thane.com who sell the Don Sullivan Perfect dog collars. S.M.L correspond with the neck measurement of the dog. Small is 14" to 18" and so on. For a puppy that is expected to grow into a large do you may perhaps want to size up since the dog will be growing. Best to check with the company though, I am not an authority.
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Nick, The collar is very big, I have an adult golden retriever mix and we have considered cutting down a portion of the collar. There are plenty of holes for any adjustment, large or small. Great collar!
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It is 20" collar. The collar is replaceable. You can use it with any correct width collar.
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This collar fits my dog very well and she has a 12 inch neck. Although it is on the last notch. She does not wear it tight. Live the collar.
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It is an adjustable nylon collar. We us it on a 22 lb beagle. We cut the excess strap off and used a lighter to melt the end so it doesn't fray.
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It used to fit on my 100lb Lab with a 24" neck. It lasted about 3 months before it died. Look elsewhere & prepare to spend significantly more for a "QUALITY" training collar...
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I have not measured it, but with the extra adjustment part on the already larger collar unless you are putting this on a horse you should be fine. We had this on our beloved St. Bernard with NO problems!!
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Not absolutely sure but the collar that came with mine got chewed up so I just bought another one at the pet store that was comparable in thickness and it worked like a charm.
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I did not like the plastic prong collar. I use the metal prong on my golden/chow mix (he has lot of hair but it does wear it away but does not cause sores). I also use the metal prong on my boxer/pit mix and it does not seem to bother her neck at all. Along with the metal prong I use a regular chock chain color. Hope this helps.
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This item is 12 (inches) long with 5 holes to choose from for the fit. The collar is not cheap looking and it looks great on my poodle who is 7 lbs. This is for a small breed dog.
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I bought my collar for one of my dogs who weighs about 15 lb. I don't know what her neck size isbut it fit her just fine with adjustment. I think it would probably fit a 14 in. neck ok.
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No, the 3.0 millimeter would be a great. I have a 40 lb. mix and the size of the prongs where great on him. This should be a perfect fit on your dog just make sure it fits snugly around the neck of your dog to keep the safety aspects of collar intact.
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I have no idea. When I ordered, the collar was listed by inches, i.e. 12", 14", 16", etc.
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I'd go by the size chart on Premier's website for guidance. I bought a large for a 16" neck on a Mal, but I agree that there are much better collars for control if that is what you're working on. I bought this so others that walk my dog and aren't comfortable with prong collars could have something on the dog.
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The dogs I use these collars on are from 12-14". I did have to trim off some of the collar. I have both the dc40 and 50. Usually I put the 40 on smaller dog, but overall they both for all my dogs and have not lost any collars yet. Great product also! Works extremely well!!